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The Portland daily press., 1899-12-08
CALLS REPUBLICANS CRIMINALS.

Frankfort, KY, December Judge
Hargis delivered the closing argument
for the Democrats In the election contests
today. He said the election officer OF
jefferson county hal certified under the
stress Of a writ OF mandamus for returns
which were false.
"If your honor will permit" said
Judge Hargis, "I will close by reading,
as am 80 tired that I have not sufficient
energy left to give their dues to this
crowd of criminals. Shaking his hands
towards the Republican attorneys). II
would take me week to read their title
clear to mansions below"
The Portland daily press., 1899-12-08
TRIAL OF THE CRAVEN.

Washington, D,nsmber THE torpedo
boat Craven. built by the Bath Iron
Works, Is to be suggested a speed trial
over the regular course of the New Eng
land coast on the 18th inst. She is a
sister ship to tie Dahlgren and the con-
tractors agree to develope a speed Of 30 Ia
knots an hour. A special board of navel
officers has team appointed to conduct the
trial.
The Portland daily press., 1899-12-08
MAINE PENSIONS.

Washington, December THE follow
ing Maine psnsinn changes resulting from
the issue of November 81 are announced: :
ADDITIONAL
Andrew J. Marstop, Portland. % to ela.
NCREAsE
william II. Martin, Soldiers Home,
Togus, $40 to s1a.
ORIGINAL, WIDOWS. ETC.
Mary B. Davis, Cumberland Mills, %;
especial accrued Nov. 2S). Jennie u.
Young, Centre Lincolnvilie. SIC.
The Portland daily press., 1899-12-08
oRIGINAL, WIDOWS. ETC.
WOMAN sUFgRAGIsTs.

indianapolis, Ind, December TAT
the national conference Of Woman's
SufYragisss here this afternoon, Miss
Susan b. Anthony presided. Gov. Mount
delivered an address Of welcome and W.
p. Fishbaek, Of the India nopolis bar,
The Portland daily press., 1899-12-08

spoks. Miss Anatomy Responded TO the
address and dwelt on the long nghs OF
women for tire fight to vote.
The Portland daily press., 1899-12-08
The Portland National Bank.

VlHE annual meeting of the stockholders of
L The Portland National Bank for the cleo
Ii on of directors for the ensuing year and The
transaction of any other business that may
legally be presented, Will be held at their bank
ing house on TUESDAY. the 9th day OF Janu-
AIRY, 1900 at IL O'Clock a m.
CHARLES q. ALLEN. Cashier.
Portland. Maine, December :, 1899.
q dec7dtd
The Portland daily press., 1899-12-08
RATTAN
WORK
STANDS.

You know how handy they are.
These are as handsome as they
are handy. Lots OF them to choose
from.
Not expensive, either. Make ex-
celIent Christmas Gifts.
Have them In Rattan and VIII
low.
Then we've Scrap Baskets,
Hamper Baskets, Wood Baskets,
and Dog Baskets that you should
see before you select all your Holt
day Presents.
And Folding Tables in various
sizes and patterns.
Prices are Reasonable.
The Portland daily press., 1899-12-08
HOLIDAY HINTS.

The ideal Gift for Christmas is one
that combines beauty and utility. In
few things can these qualities be better
represented than 10 House Coat or
Smoking jacket. We call special
attention to our large assortment this
season, for variety, style and quality the
line is far superior to any that We have
ever shown. We carry sizes in stock
from "a to 40. Elegant things in Bath
Wraps, Neckwear, Gloves, Dress Suit
Muffiers, Silk Umbrellas, Canes, Cuff
Buttons, Scarf Pins, Dress Suit Cases,
and many other serviceable articles can
be found In our stock suitable for
presents for men.
Call in and look over our goods when
you are doing your Christmas shopping.
The Portland daily press., 1899-12-08

II - AAO<NAAso " AA~S 80 49, -
At the conclusion Of Mr.. Chadbourne's
reading, Mr.. Libby remarked that the
board didn't appear to have considered
that these franchises ana rights still
exist, even though all the lines In ques-
ton are operated by one company.
Chairman Peaks-''Ws considered the
petition simply as that Of the Cape Eliza
beth Street Railway company, which has
sold its tracks and all its rights, and
has NO authority now. We believe. TO ex-
tend"
Mr.. Libby-'We desire to have the
proper court review this whole question. "
Chairman Peaks-"We take notice Of
an appeal and will 90 announce In d ling
our report
Commissioners Chadbourne-"We shall
be glad to have the court rule on tn ID
q uestion."
Chairman Peaks-"Ther are two more
petitions pending. covering this same
route, and another. filed In Portland. ID
heading this way. So you see the CON-
missioners feel that they are skating on
thin Toe, and they don't intend TO get
into any holes II they can avoid It,"
Mr. Libby-"Till the disposition Of
this case. of COURSE. there can bs NO hear
ings on other petitions.
Chairman Peaks-''I don't - how
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
" EST CuRNW ALL.

Mrs l.. NJ. E. Hubbard is here for the summer at her home on Cream Hill.
 Rev Samuel Scoville is also here at the ''Ranct @" for the summer.
 l.. A. Nickerson of Philadelphia was
 Hattie Monroe has returned to town and is at O. A. Miller's.
 Miss. Jessie G. Wheaton was on the sick list during the early part of the week.
 Miss Ellen R. Smith is visiting in Ellsworth at her sisters, Mrs Geo. w.. Reeds.
 Mrs L. J. Nickerson was in New York one day last week. A large delegation from our society attended the O E. convention at Corn wall Bridge on Friday last They re- ported an excellent meeting. Children's Day will be observed here on Sunday next at both of our churches. This IS somewhat earlier in the season tLsn it is usually held but owing to the fact that the following week Rev W. 0. Ferris, the pastor, takes his annual va cation this, course was deemed adviss- ble. The following Sunday Mir H. Fl. Spooner. state president of c. E., will speak here.
 Myron Hallock has been on the sick list but is now able to be around. Frederick Buell. of Plymouth spent 8 day in town visiting friends and rels tives.
 E, J. Lynch. president of the Metal, Polishers', Buffers, Plsters' and Brass Workers Union of North America was in town on Monday trying to adjust the labor matters in the shear shop. Emil O. Marggraff. Collector of Inter nal Revenue for the 4th District, was iu town last week looking up counterfeit, cigar stamps. We understand that he found 250 which were stamped with commercials.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
THURSDAY, MAY IS, 1899.

A sensible libel law has been reported in the House and we would like to see it on the statutes It provides for $250 deposit from the plaintiff as a guarantee of good faith, and allows $2O0 damages to the defendant should he win the suit :. Connecticut and Massachusetts libel laws are somewhat similar at presenter cepting that in Connecticut the plaintiff has to prove malice or actual damage These laws leave the newspapers at the mercy of schemers.
 It is known in newspaper sanctums that an individual in Massachusetts, not many years ago in collision with another party. succeeded in getting sent to the Associated Press an article derog- atory to himself It was printed in 8 number of Massachusetts and Connecti- cut papers and the sohemer started out to get justice (?). Six Massacusetts papers settled with him for cash rather than endure the labor of libel suits, and it is estimated that the schooner made about $70OO out of his neat little game. Tho Connecticut papers proposed to fight the cases and it is singular fact that they were never prosecuted.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
LAH RVILLE.

Mir and Mrs Gardener Barnett of Win sted are here visiting relatives and are the guests of his brother, Henry Barnett.
 A large number of people went to the Hotchkiss School Monday evening to attend the second public speaking of original declamations, in competition for the Alumni oratorical prize. Those persons that attended report eloquent orations by the students and enjoyed a very pleasant and profitable evening.
 Chas. Walsh, editor and proprietor of the Amenia Times, was here Monday calling on friends.
 Miss Lydia Kicker went last Thurs day to East Burke, Vt. to visit her par ents and will be abeent six weeks.
 The mems meeting fast Sunday was we'll attended and proved a profitable one. B. Senior was the leader. Next Sunday Dr G. l.. Hurd will be the lead CT. Every young and old man is invit- ed to attend and enjoy the singing and speaking.
 O. Benjamin and Rev J. Alderman drove to Sheffield and Ct. Harrington last Monday and called on friends.
 The teachers meeting fast Friday was well attended at Academy Hall. Miss Leverich delivered fine lecture, sub- Iecs: Kindergarten Schools; which pleased the hearers and it is hoped that the address will bring forth the desired result; namely first class kindergarten school in Lakeville.
 Don't miss the concert tomorrow evenir g by the Yale college glee club at Roberts Opera House. Every body is on the qui viys to hear these excellent singers and players again.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
EAST CANAAN.

Sabin P. Ives has been quite i'll for a few days.
 Mrs W. H. Harvey and daughter Alice of Orange, N. J. were guests of Mrs Fox for few days last week.
 B. l.. Roberts is building a new barn near the store.
 The Ladies Aid Society meet with Mrs Owens on Thursday. The day was so stormy no one attended last Thurs day.
 Dan Foley caught trout last Friday which weighed two and one-half pounds Pretty good luck for small boy.
 Mrs B. 5. Roberts is spending the week with her daughter, Mrs W. E Webster, in ThomRston.
 Mrs H. J .. Lansing is i'll with German measles.
 Colds seem to be tho order of the day. Everyone Is served alike.
 Miss Anna Dean is sick with measles.
 Adam Radley is going to leave MT Kegler's and go to Pittsford, Vt.
 William Adam is recovering from 8 severe illness with congestion of the liver.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
NEW MARLBORO.

Rev J. B. Lewis of Mill River occu- pied the pulpit of the Uongl church in this place Sunday.
 Miss Helen Bergman of Brooklyn is home on vacation.
 Frederick Stockwell, who has been living with his brother for the last year, has gone to New Haven to reside.
 The body of Mrs Curtis of Lee, who died there last winter was brought here Wednesday the 10th for burial.
 Mrs Richardson has returned to her home for the summer.
 Mir Ogle made the boys of New Marlboro school quite present of base ball. clubs and glove.
 The parsonage of the Baptist church of Southfield was destroyed by fire about twelve o'clock Saturday night It was occupied by Rev A. N. Benedict
 Mir Ogle left town Saturday enroute for Europe.
 Quite little carpentering is being done in the town of New Marlboro The parsonage is being shingled; Wood lawn is being repaired on the inside; :; ono of the barns of the Stockford farm is being recovered; MT Ogle has raised one barn on the Langhar place. Also the church sheds are being repaired.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
FROM THE OTHER PAPERS.

The toad which tried to puff itself up to the dimensions of an elephant puffed . little way and then exploded. The lesson of its sad example should be studied by the promoters of trusts Scranton Tribune.
 General Miles is wise in declining to talk for publication, regarding the beef commissions report. He couldn't do the matter justice, even if he possessed the picturesque vocabulary of Eagan.- New Haven Palladium.
 After all perhaps the best way to deal with these industrial octopuses is to lot them alone till they get ready to tackle each other. Already there are signs of war between the rival steel combines When this begins, anti-trusts planks in political platforms will be superfuous, Boston Herald.
 The matter of street sprinkling in the cities and larger towns is becoming a serious question. Scientists claim that the dust is unhealthful and the cause of many diseases and that the streets should be properly sprinkled in sum mer.-Ansonia Sentinel
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
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 iu and finally terminst- ed in Consumption. -Four Doctors gave me up, saying I could live but a short time. I gave myself up to my Savior, determined if 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. gave it trial, took in all eight bottles. It has cured me, and thank God, I am saved and now a well and healthy woman." Trial bottles free al ". H Camps drug store, Ga. naan; Geo. H. Clark's drug store, Sal isbury; G. E. Frink's drug store. Falls Village. Regular size 50c and Sl.00. Guaranteed or price refunded.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
Connecticut G. A. R..


 The annual encampment of the Con- pecticut Encampment, Grand army of the Republic, closed it's sessions in Hartford Thursday, the election of officers being the important business. The result follows: Department com mander, Henry R. Jones of New Hartford; senior vice. commander, An drew Gordon of Enfield; junior vice. commander, Loren D. Penfield of New Britain; chaplain, the Rev Henry Up- son of Washington; medical director, Dr J. H. Grannis Of Saybrook; members of the council of administration, James N. Ooe of Noroton, Ira R. Wildman of Danbury, Edson s. Bishop of Norwich, Thomas Boudren of Bridgeport, T. l.. Norton of Lakeville; delegates to the national encampment, David W. Sharp of Guilford, at large. Lester D. Phelps of Rockville, Patrick Wade of Bridge port, John F. Simmons of Winsted, Christian Quien of Danbury, 0. W. Brown of Forestville; alternates, Charles Griswold of Guilford, F. A. Ar mold of South Norwalk, N. P. Palmer, David G. Bradley, Ralph Wright of New Haven, D. o. Kilbeurn of Litchfeld.
 Department Commander Jones re- appointed John Fl. Thatcher of Hartford ssistant adjutant-general and William E. Morgan of New Haven, assistant quartermaster- general. He will appoint 8 committee to go before the Legisla- ture in regard to the new flag law which some Grand Army men fear will render them liable to prosecution for wearing the United States flag as part of the badge.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
sOUTHFIELD.

Miss Irene Pettis is home from Lay College.
 The inhabitants of this little village were aroused Sunday morning at 12. .15 by the cry of fire" It was the Bap- tist parsonage, occupied by Rev and Mrs Benedict The house was entirely destroyed but most of the furniture was saved also his library but tbe latter is in bad condition as books and papers were thrown from the windows and the grass being wet were badly soiled. Had it not been jor the rain the day before no doubt other buildings would have gone too as there was high wind at the time. Mir and Mrs Benedict are in very poor health and it is heavy blow to them both. It is reported that they are to rebuild very soon.
 Mrs Harley Wellmsn is visiting in Bristol, Conn.
 The W. o. T. U meets with Mrs Barber Thursday afternoon.
 Rev J. B Lewis of Mill River preach ed here Sunday afternoon.
 Mrs Arthur Smith of Brid eport and Mir E. Benedict of Waterbury are here in consultation with their parents. the Rev and Mrs Benedict.
 Mrs Benedict and Mrs James Cook are under the doctors care
 Howard Cooks little girl, Dorothy. has been quite sick but is improving
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
FOREIGN NOTES OF INTEREST.

Disastrous floods have occurred in Germany.
 M Francisque sarcey. the famous French dramatic critic, is dead. He was 70 years old.
 The British-Venezuelan arbitration, which was to begin at Paris on the 24th of this month, has been postponed until June Is.
 famous diamond of the Hope family dispose of.
 An Englishman has invented an cleo tric gun which throws an explosive noiselessly five and one-hslf miles with a velocity of two seconds.
 General Hernandez the leader of the revolution of 1898 in Venezuela, who was captured near Yumare on July 12 last, has been released from captivity.
 Special dispatches from Vienna say it is reported there that Count Badeni, the former prime minister of Austria, recently tried to commit suicide on &C., count of losses sustained on the race course.
 The British ship Selkirk. Captain James S. Grove, from Manila for the
  island at the south extremity of Negros island, in the Philippines, and has be- come a total loss. All on board were saved.
 The insurrection in Yemen is gaining ground The Turkish commander, Ab- dullah Pasha, has been forced to re- treat on Sana, the capital of the prov ince of Yemen, after having sustained great losses of men from Arab night attacks. desertion and famine. His force has been utterly demoralized.
 Official confirmation of the settlement of the claims of Americans citizens against the Moorish government has reached the authorities In Washington in a dispatch from Rear Admiral Howl son, who was aboard the Chicago. It Is stated that the Chicago was not sent to Tangier for the purpose of enforcing any demand for the payment of the claims mentioned. but that she simply stopped there on her cruise around
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
CORNWALL BRIDGE.

The spring meeting of the Housaton- ic Christian Endeavor Union was held in this village Friday, May 18th. The day was fine and the attendance large, many coming with teams from Sharon, the trains come they brought many more. The morning and afternoon ses- sions were held at the M. E. church which was well filled. Mrs George Fl. Beers presided at the organ. The choir was composed of singers from different towns and was excellent. The speaking was very interesting. At noon all were invited to the 40. U. w. hall where a nice dinner was prepared for all Near ly three hundred were present and all had very pleasant time. Many thanks to the members of the A. o U. w. for their kindness in letting them have the use of their hall and table ware, dishes; also to all who assisted in making it so pleasant to visitors.
 Farmers are very busy making gar dens, blowing and planting; the last rain doing much good to grass and grain.
 Mrs Wm. M .Curtiss is visiting friends in New Haven.
 Mrs Betsey Hall is seriously ill. Her many friends hope for her recovery.
 Mrs Sarah B. St. John and daughter Edith of Bethel were here Friday last and attended the o. B. meeting.
 Michael Barrett, Walter Main and John Liner rescued an unknown dog who had been imprisoned five days in a ledge of rocks where he had chased a large coon and killed it, but the dog could not get out He had not eaten any of the coon but he was very hungry and dry when released. His barking had been heard but they could not To- cate him until thorough search was made. The dog is with MT Barrett awaiting an owner.
 Mrs Catherine Wooster and Mrs Mary Webb of Winsted are visiting friends here.
 Percy Bierce, late of the U. S. navy is visiting friends here and in Sharon.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
nIsTRIcT OF CORNWALL ss. Probat lJ Court May I9 1899

nIsTRICT OF CORNWALL ss. Probate l( Court. May IS. 1899.
 Estate of Hannah Wheeler late of Corn wall in said District, deceased.
 Upon the application of Ohauncey E. Baldwin praying that an instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of said deceased, may be proved, approved and admitted to Probate as per application on file more fully appears, 1t is
 ORDERED that said application be heard and determined at the Probate office in Corn wall in said District, on the 18th day of May, A. D. 1899 at two o'clock in the afternoon, and that notice be given of the pendency of said application and the time and place of hearing thereon, by publishing the same once in some newspaper having a circulation in said District, and by posting copy thereof on the public sign-post in the town of Cornwall in said District.
 GEORGE O. HARRISON, Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
HOW,S THIai

We offer One Hundred Dollars reward for any case of catarrh that cannot be cured by taking Halls Catarrh Cure. .-
 F.J. CHENEY & O., Props, Toledo, o We, the undersigned, have known F. J. Cheney for the last 15 years, and believe him perfectly honorable in all business transac- tions, and financially able to carry out any obligations made by their firm. WEST TBUAI, Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, Ohio.
 F.J. CHENEY O., Props, Toledo, O. Sold by druggists, price 75c.
 Halls Family Pills are the best.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
Musiciap Severn Dead. .

Edmund Severn, the leader of Sev- ern's orchestra. died at his homo in Hartford. May 8. He was musician of high attainments. MT Severn had 8 summer cottage ct Twin Lakes for many seasons and was an enthusiastic fisher man, being familiar figure on the north lake in his blue colored punt. MT Severn was 69 years old, was born in England and is survived by his second wife, two adult sons, and 15. year-old daughter.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
CORNWALL HOLLOW.

Mir and Mrs Wm. Harrison of West Goshen were at Willis Hurlburt's Sun day.
 Miss Clara B. Engisch of East Corn wall spent from Friday until Monday with Nettie Palmer.
 Some of the members of the Y. P. s. O. E. attended the rally at Cornwall Bridge Friday.
 Samuel Wilcox and wife of Lakeville were at William Fox's Sunday last.
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
SOUTHERN NEW MARLBORO.

A sociable was held at A. Gaylord's Thursday evening.
 The residence of l.. D. filling is clos ed for the present, Mrs Alling being with her daughter, Mrs F. D. Gaylord of East Canasn.
 Mir Cruikshank is erecting a new horse barn.
 A daughter has arrived to gladden. the home of Mir and Mrs l.. Couch.
 The brass band of Southfield Is toot. ing nights in fine shape, but the rats COT tinue to put in good work around the hills. The rats are getting to be a nuisance, but brass bands are yet too rare to keep in every hen house.
 Mrs Beers and daughter of New Ha- yen are occupying their home in South field
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
STAINS GREATEST NEED.

MT R. P. Olivia, of Barcelona, Spain, spends his winters at Aiken, s. O. Weak Nerves had caused severe pains in the back of his head. On using Electric Bitters, Americas greatest Blood and nerve Remedy, all pain soon left him. He says this grand medicine is what his country needs. All America knows that it cures liver and kidney trouble, purifies the blood, tones up the stomach, strengthens the nerves. puts vim, vigor and new life into every muscle. nerve and organ of the body If weak. tired or ailing you need it.. Every bottle guaranteed, only 50 cents. Sold by W. H. Camp, Druggist, Ca naan; Geo. H. Clark, Druggist, Sails bury; G.. E. Frink. Druggist, Falls Village,
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
ILL Ruv RR

Clifford Wsugh from Albany and his brother in-lsw, MT Kingsley, spent a few days last week with Mir Waugh's grandfather, Dea Edwin Adams
 Harry Sisson Sr., wife and friends. Mir and Mrs Pike of Pitts6eld, spent few days last week here at Mir Sisson's fath CTS, II D. Sisson's.
 Master Gordon Forest is the owner Of & new Featherstone bicycle.
 Rev George Huntley and sife of South Framingham, Mass are at Mir Huntley's fathers, E B Huutley's for few days visit.
 Loirin Merrill has entered the employ of his brother, c. W. Merrill as clerk in the store.
 Mir and Mrs Edward Stanton celebra, ted the first anniversary of their mar riage on last Friday night. All who went report nice time.
 Thomas Davis is very sick with an ulcerated sore throat.
 Harry N. Knight of Lenox spent Sun- day with his parents, Mir and Mrs A. J. Knight of this place
Connecticut western news., 1899-05-18
A FRIGHTFUL BLUNDER

Will often cause horrible Burn, Scala, Gut or Bruise. Bucklen's Arni- ca Salve, the best in the world, will kill the pain and promptly heal it Cures Old Sores, Fever Sores, Ulcers, Boils, Felons, Corns. all Skin Erup- tions. Best Pile Cure on earth. Only 25 cts box. Cure Guaranteed. Sold by W. H Camp, Druggist, Canaan Geo. H. Clark, Druggist. Salisbury G. E. Brink, Druggist, Falls Village.