The Newtown bee. (Newtown, Conn.) 1877-current, 1900-09-28
Gipe Him an Inch,
He'll Take an Ell.

Knapp of Danbury and 81. c. Judd OF
Bethel were the largest exhibitors. J.
G. Ellsworth of Danbury had credita-
ole exhibit of dogs, pigeons, guinea pigs.
stc.
SECRETARY c. q. PECK OF THE HORSE
DEPARTMENT.
Charles G.. Peck, whose portrait ap.
pears on another page, has been direc-
tor of the fair since its organization.
This year he was also made secretary of |
The horse department and thanks to his |
energy the entries in the speed depart
ment were the largest in the history of the |
association. He certainly deserves the
thanks of the directors and all interested
in the fair for his good work. Mr. Peck
is one of the substantial young men OF
the town. He is an active member of
Pootatuck Grange, q member of the
Mems club and other organizations. He
is son Of the late Simeon B. Peck, who
was one of the best known men of the
town in his day. Mr. Peck belongs to the
ranks OF the bachelors.
ALONG THE MIDWAY"
Director W. M. Reynolds, in charge of
the booths and privileges, was one of the
busiest men on the grounds. Those who
rented privileges included: Howsrd
Gregory, confectionery and candy; Jor-
dan, photograph gallery; John Zinger,
balloons; John Arson, soft drinks; Nee
ley, fish pond; Samuel Blakesley, pop
corn; A. Clapp, ''all hote;" e. Bough-
ton, TALL hots;'' Joseph Knowlton, reg
taurant stand; Erdman & Elwell, bakery
goods; A. G. Ferry, pop corn; Samuel
Miller, the dodger; J. G. Morrell, "all
hots ;" W. A. Canfe Id, soft drinks; R.
Graham, 'sall bots; - D. Fl. Cottrell, fire
extinguishers; Dr. Plumley, glasses;
Charles English, TALL hots y F. A. Whit
man, pop corn; Sam Pafsky, notions F.
D. King, stand; Marston, fancy hats;
Harry Hanson, soft drinks; Allen &
Guthrie, camel-back horse. When all
these gentlemen got to work with their
musical voices there was no lack Of noise,
you may rest assured.
THE DECORATED WAGONS.
and handsome ones, too. Wexford s..
Clark of Naugatuck had large wagon
decorated with grain, fruit and ever
greens, and received first premium. W.
S. Hine of Derby had team rugged up
as boat, a pretty design, and won sec.
opd money, while e. N. Soners of Brook.
field received third money, having a cart
decorated in good taste.
TUESDAYS TROTTING.
There was some good trotting in the
three minute class on Tuesday, James
Marsh's "Achamar" winning handily
with MAUD BIT lle' q good second. The
score:
3 90 Clase-Purae 1926.
Achamar, &, illinois Chief,
James Marsh, New Mil
ford, q l I
Maude Billie, b m, W. B.
Brown, Derby, l 3 2 l
Ajax, blk G, lartermaster,
Ridge wood Farm, Danbury,4 3 3
Vivian, b m, W. E. Williams,
Washington Hollow, N. Y, 3 4 4 4
J. II. D.. Trinket Boy, J. q.
Dryer, Danbury, 8 6 8 6
Sable Hunter, br r, Sable
Wilkes, David Lee, New
York, 49, 5
Jessie b. billiard, br M, A.
S. CT fla, Washington Hol-
low, N. Y, 5 5 dr..
Danbury Boy, blk e, D. Nc.
Namara, Danbury, 81 DIR.
Time, 2 81 l 4, 22412, 22612, 22s.
WEDNESDAY A RECORD BREAKER FOR
ATTENDANCE.
The Gather, Wednesday morning, left
nothing 20 be desired, and aside from the
dusty travelling no one could complain.
1t was an ideal September day, the air
warm and balmy, making outer wraps
burden. The crowd started in early and
by noon it was evident the day was to be
a record-breaker for attendance at the
Newtown fair, the total number present
being about $500. Treasurer Henry G.
Curtis in the box c fice, and bis assistant,
Edward Page, were rushed as never be.
fore. There was larger number In by
the railroad than last year, and indeed
in any year in the history Of the Associ.
alton. The judging of the various class
es Of horses occupied most of the morn.
ing. The races opened about 30 p. M,
W. F. Brush, the popular and well-known
starter, in the box, aid Frederick w.
Wheeler of Monroe, Edward Wixom OF
Shelton and W. P. Bacon of Derby in
the judges stand. Mr. Brush was here
year ago and is one of the most popular
starters that has appeared on the local
track. He was also at New Milford, this |
year, where he gave the best of satisfac.
ton. The two races, the 2 80 and SO |
classee, were very interesting. The most |
enthusiasm was centered in the 3S race,
which was won by "Achamsr," owned
by James Marsh of New Milford. The |
100 or more people present from that |
thrifty town were naturally elated.
THE SHOW IN FRONT OF THE GRAND STAND.
The performances in front of the grand
stand were all right and kept the crowd on
he stand amused during the waits between
he races. Rice Brothers. the acrobats, were
good. as was also Gilbert's trained
goats. The goats performed like human be
ngs. Their owner has exhibited them in
England and on the continent. The Fair di-
'ectors certainly showed their good jud ment
n providing Amusement of this kind, which
8 lacking in the other local fairs, with the ex-
,eption of Danbury.
KODAK SHOTS HERE AND THERE.