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Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
Resting the Muscles.

When a man is tired, he stretches his arms and legs and yawns. Birds and animals, so far as possible, follow his example.
 Birds spread their feathers and also yawn, or gape. Fowls often do this. Fish yawn; they open their mouths slowly until they are round, the bones of the head seem to loosen, and the gills open.
 Dogs are inveterate yawners and stretchers, but seldom sneeze unless they have a cold. Cats are always stretching their bodies, legs and claws, as every one knows who has a cat for a pet.
 Horses stretch violently when and after indulging in a roll, but not, as a rule, on all fours.
 A stag when stretching sticks out his head, stretches his fore feet out and hollows his back and neck as though trying to creep under a bar.
 Most ruminant animals stretch when they rise up after lying down. Deer do it regularly; so do cows. This fact Is so we'll known that if a COW, when arising from lying down, does not stretch herself it is sign she is i'll.
 The reason for this is plain-the stretch moves every muscle of the body, and if there be any injury any where it hurts.-Pittsburg Dispatch.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
sHEEFdEl.D.

The union meetings for the week of prayer held last week were well attend ed and considerable interest manifested.
 Mrs Caroline Lee died at her late home, the residence of her son, Seth Lee, on Friday evening, January l2. She was nearly S6 years of age and has lived very useful and exemplary life, loved by all who knew her, Her hus- band, Dennis Lee. died some years ago. Five of her family survive her: Seth of this town, Earle and Jennie of Corons, Long Island, Curtiss of Cleveland, O., and Fannie, the wife of Russell Barnes, in Great Burlington, Mass She was the grandmother of Dr Frank Lee oi Canaan, Conn. Her funeral was held from the home on Tuesday afternoon, Rev l. O. H.Adams, pastor of the Meth odist Church, of which she was a mem Der, conducting the services.
 As Amos Clark was unhitching his span of horses at the shed of the Meth odist church last Sunday to start for home, he slipped and the lines dropped from his hands. The horses started, became frightened and ran toward home, upsetting the wagon. They ran to the Congregational church where they dash ed into Fred Shook, who was in 6 cut ter, the nesp of the wagon striking him. His horse ran away aud demol' ished the cutter. the people on the street narrowly escaping being run over. Mr Clsrk's wagon was somewhat damaged. Mir Shook was not seriously injured.
 Evangelist Beebe and his wife have been assisting in the meetings during the past week and will remain this week to help Rev MT Adams at the Methodist church in the extra meetings.
 This week Friday evening, January l9. the lecture at the Friendly Union will be given by Horace Greeley East bourne, of New York, subject, Crimi nal Politics in American Cities.
 The icehouses are now being filled with fine ice from the Curtiss pond. Hose Company's second annual bal on Friday evening, February 9 Music by Baldwin's orchestra, Prof Beckley prumpter,
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
CNRM W ALL.

The annual meeting and social of the First Congregational society was held on Thursday, Jan. Il. The afternoon was devo ed to devotional exercises, reading letters from absent members, etc. Supper was served in the chapel at six o'clock and there was & full at- tendance. One hundred and twenty five sat down at the tables which fairly under the weight of good things to eat. We arrived a little late Jas usaai) and from our point of view it seemed that if some persons, powers of assimilation and digestion are not proportionate to their powers of eating there would be more grooming before morning.
 Miss Charlotte Clark has returned te her home in this village.
 Miss Beckley of Canaan is at Miss Mary Bradford's.
 Geo H. Beers and wife have moved to the residence of Mrs Beers father, O. E. Wilcox. We understand Mir Beers is going to New York to study the un- dertaking business.
 Wesley Chipman of Middlefeld, Mass, WAS in town last week settling up the affairs of his father, the late Geo. Chipman.
 Miss Nellie Miner is visiting her sis- ter in Madison.
 The steam saw mill belonging to Mir Tiffany has been idle for 6 few weeks owing to the engine becoming useless. A new engine has been ordered and is expected this week.
 People owning ice houses have filled them the past week with fine ice 10 inches thick.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
NORFULh.

Harold Bullard, who has been spending few days at his home ID Bridgeport has returned.
 The contract for building an addition to the West Norfolk school house has been given out.
 MT and Mrs B. Darrow for the last few days have been visiting friends in Bristol.
 David Drinkwater has moved his fam fly to Winsted.
 Miss Mary Phelps, who has been ill for the last few weeks is slowly recover ing.
 Mrs McAuletfs of Mill River, Mass '. is spending the winter with her daugh- ter. Mrs Nolan.
 Tie annual Church meeting was held Friday evening. Nearly all the officers voted upon.
 Mrs s. M. Humphrey of Canaan is the guest of Mrs E. F. Marvin.
 Last Saturday afternoon Miss Matte Stevens was driving s pair of spirited horses, giving a slelghride to some of her friends. The horses were frighten- ed at some boys sliding down hill, and upset the sleigh. The horses ran a short distance and were stopped near MT Stanard's. The occupants received a few scratches, Miss Clara Clark sprained her thumb quite badly. Miss Stevens pluckily held to the relns for quite distance. Miss Mary Seymour and Miss Jessie Cobb were not injured
 Miss Nellie Wooster has gone to New York to spend the winter.
 MT and Mrs Eugene Marvin enter tained about fifteen of their friends Monday evening. Games were indulg- ed in and refreshments were served.
 Last Monday the 10.0 east bound passenger train was dersiled near che station. No serious damage was done
 A number of the young people dauc- ed at the gymnasium on Monday even- Ing.
 A sleighload of married people from Sheffield had supper at the Steven House Monday evening.
 Mir and Mrs Harry Stevens who spent a few days in New Haven last week have returned.
 Geo. A. Marvin, who is a memb Der of the editorial board of the Yale Law Journal, recently presented that period ical to the Norfolk Library.
 Mrs William Mosely, who spends her summers at Norfolk, has presented the D. A. R. of New Haven with a picture of the hanging of Nathan Hale. A few months since Mrs Mosely presented the Library with copy of the same picture and also a picture with autograph of her cousin, Captain Ccok of the United States Navy.
 Mrs John D. Swain returned to Wor- cester yesterday.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
Measuring a Tree.

Supposing a woodchopper in the Maine forest is told to get out a mast for a yacht. He knows that he must find tree which is straight for 60 feet below the branches. It would be very troublesome to climb trees and measure them with tape measure, so he, without knowing 1t, uses prac- tical trigonometry. He measures off 50 feet in a straight line from the tree, and then he cuts pole, which, when upright in the ground, is exactly as tall as himself. This he plants in the earth his own length from the end of his 50 feet.
 For example, if he Is six feet tall, he plants his six foot pole 54 feet from the tree. Then he lies down on his back, with his head at the end of the line and his feet touching the pole, and sights over the top of it. He knows that where his eyes touch the tree is almost exactly 60 feet from the ground.-Weekly Bouquet.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
FALLS VILLAGE.

John H. Belden was in Hartford this week attending the meeting of the Masonic Grand Lodge.
 Church Ward. son of John E. Ward fell on the ice Saturday and broke his leg just above the knee.
 Frank VsnDeusen and wife of Canaan have taken charge of Terrace View House and will conduct it in the future.
 David Darling of Lime Rock has en- tered the employ of G. ". Hall.
 Harlow Merriman die Thursday evening. Funeral was held Sunday. His age was IT. He was a long time resident here and is survived by num- Der of adult children.
 Mrs Michael Burns died Friday morning after 8 short illness aged 73 years. The funeral was held Mon day morning at St. Patrick's church after which the remains were taken to Ct. Burlington for interment.
 Sheriff Reed has exchanged s.Rich- ford Maid" with Dr Martins of Bridge port for brown horse. Sidney says his new horse is very fast and without a mark.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
COLD STEEL OR DEATH

"There is but one small chance to save your life and that is through an operation" was the awful prospect set before Mrs I. B. Hunt, of Lime Ridge, Wis, by her doctor after vsinly trying to cure her of frightful case of stom- ach trouble and yellow jsundice. He didn't count on the marvellous power of Electric Bitters to cure stomach and and liver troubles, but she heard of it, took seven bottles, was wholly cured, avoided surgeons knife, now weighs more and feels better than ever. It's positively guaranteed to cure stomach liver and kidney troubles and never dissppoints. Price soc at W. H. Camps drug store, Canaan; G. E. Frink's drug store, Falls Village; G. H. Clark's drug store; Salisbury.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
He Would Know More.

An exceedingly well dressed woman sat in an elevated railway car the oth- CT day, and opposite her was an elderly man. The woman got up to leave the car, and in the corner of the seat where she had been sitting the man spied a piece of black net. Jumping for 1t, he called out:
 Madam, you have left your veilI'
 As she took no notice of him he dashed down the aisle after her, and, touching her on the elbow again, said:
 Madam, you have left your veil," at the same time holding it up in full view of all.
 It was frowsy. frayed, torn piece of black cotton net
 "It is not mine, sirp' she snapped out, giving him whitening look, and the obliging old man shrank back as if he had been jabbed with a hatpin, while the passengers grinned.
 "Why was she so mad about itY' he asked in a dazed way as he laid the homely little rag on the window sill.
 'I guess you never paid for a wo- mans tinery," said another man.
 That's so," said the withered one In a hopeless tone. 'I am a bachelor. Perhaps I'd know more if I'd mar ried."
 You would that" said the other feelingly.-New York Tribune.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
GREAT RRINGTON.

A meeting was called at the court room Friday evening for the purpose of resuri ecting the Poughkeepsie and East ern railroad to Springfield, through South Berkshire. But only 8 very few came out and Surveyer Keith declined to state his ideas or exhibit plans of the route
 Miss Sarah Rhoades left last week Southern California. Sine will be gone several months.
 Miss Eva Tillotson is forming a dsno- ing class at Lenox. She has class of 40 in this village which will meet in the rooms of the Thursday morning club Saturday
 Mr and Mrs John N. Easland, MT and Mrs Malcolm Douglass left Saturday for visit in New York city.
 Patrick J. Brennan of this village and Miss Della Van Deusen, a daughter of Russell VsnDeusen of South Egremont, were united in marriage at St Peters church, Monday at 9 a. m., Rev Martin Murphy officiating. The groom is a son of James Brennan of Mill River but has been working in this village for some time. They left on the 10 04 tram for trip to Albany and on their return will reside on Russell Avenue.
 Mrs Mary McGovern died last Thurs day morning at the home of her daugh- ter, Mrs Michael Hickey, on East Main street. She IS survived by 8 daughter and two sons, Michael of New York and Charles of Albany. These children are by her first marriage to MT Ryan. Mrs McGovern held 8 life insurance policy of S255 which has been paid William c. Taylor and brother who are spending the winter in an enjoyable manner in the farm house of Jame> Kelly on the Seekonk road are great sportsmen. They keep several hunting dogs and have thus far shot twelve fox es, several coons, besides various birds and small game.
 H. O. Warner, has joined his brother in New York city and purposes to learn the telephone business.
 At the annual meeting of tue stock holders National Mahaiwe bank these officers were elected: President. John l.. Dodge; vice president, G. W. Peters | other directors. George Church, A. O | Collins, A. l.. Hubbell, l.. P. Reyes, F. | N. Delsnd.
 The total receipts of Clerk Coleman | in District Court for year 1899 were Sl969 87; expenses S165472 leaving balance on hand S315 15.
 Died at Columbia, s. O., January IA, Mrs Anna M. Brinsmade, aged about 7C years. She was 8 native of Great Bar. rington. a daughter of Capt George an d Eliza Turner. Her husband. the Rev Dr H. NJ Brinsmade, of Newark, N. J died several years ago. For the past three years she has travelled in the South. She is survived by brother,
 Frank Turner. and other relatives. The body was brought to Great Harrington, the funeral occurring yesterday from the Congregational church, with burial | in Mahaiwe cemetery.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
LAKRvnK.Ln.

Mrs William Kane and Frank Chapin received 8 telegram from Washington, Arizona, announcing the sad intelligence last Thursday that their brother, Nor man Fl. Chapin. died suddenly of pneu- monia. Deceased was here with one of his little sons and made an extended visit with his sister and brother. He left for homo four weeks ago in the best of health. Shortly after he arrived there his partner in business died and MT Chapin went to attend his funeral at Phoenix, Arizona, where his partner live d and while there was taken sick. One of Mir Chapin's sisters, Mrs George Kem- per also lives there and it was at her house that he died. MT Chapin was 40 years of age and leaves 8 wife and three children to mourn his loss. MT Chapin and his partner were the owners of a silver and copper mine and were very wealthy. Mrs William Kane and Frank Chapin have the sympathy of their many friends in their sudden bereavement.
 Mir Sheldon of Southfield. Mass, was here last week visiting his son. in law, Frank Chspin, and family.
 The third entertainment of the course took place Tuesday evening and the Slayton Jubilee Singers of Chicago were the entertainers. Roberts opera house WAS packed with an audience that came from all the neighboring villages and it paid them, for this troupe of colored singers were the best ever heard here. After the concert the young people en- joyed dance.
 Parker Silvernale of Danbury was here this week to visit his brothers, Madison and Willard Sllvernale.
 A large number of people are filling their icehouses from the lake with H. inch thick crystal ice.
 Last Thursday evening the front and east side of the acetylene gas house were blown out by an explosion caused, it is supposed by escaping gas igniting from fire in @ stove in the building. The machine was not injured.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
A NIGHT OF TERROR,

"Awful anxiety was felt for the widow of the brave General Burnban of Mach. iss. Me-, when the doctors said she could not live till morning." writes Mrs s. H Lincoln, who attended her that fearful night. 'All thought she must soon die from pneumonia, but she beg. ged for Dr Kings New Discovery, say ing 1t had more than once saved her life, and had cured her of consumption. After three small doses she slept easily all night, and its further use completely cured her." This marvellous medicine Is guaranteed 10 cure all Throat, Ches, and Lung Diseases. Only 50c and Sl .00 Trial bottles free at W. H Camps drug store, Canaan; c. E. Frink's drug store. Falls Village; c. H. O ark's druo store. Salisbury.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
KENT.

The ice crop is being gathered inter- mittsntly. Those who are filling ice houses have been obliged to stop more than once to wait for another freeze.
 Mir and Mrs E. Brenna are spend ing some time in Hartford.
 Timothy Kelly died of pneumonis, Sunday night, l4th. Burial in upper cemetery Tuesday, in charge of the town. Service at the grave conducted by Rev H K. Job. He leaves a wife who ie at the town home.
 The death of Mrs Abigail Harris oc- cured at her home in SchsghticoKe Jan. 12. Funeral attended on Sunday, Rev Fl. K. Job conducting the service. Burial in the Indian cemetery near her life long home. She was descendant of the Schaghticoke Indians, and the last of her generation. Her age about 30 years.
 Wfona Chapter of Evening Star will give its annual social on January 31. 1nvitatir ns will soon be sent out.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
ATA COURT OF PROBATE held at WI

kTA COURT OF PROBATE held at Win h chester, within and for the District Of Winchester, on the i2th day of JaI uary, 1900.
 Present. George N. Darlington. Judge.
 Estate Of Incline Kellogg late of Win chester In said District, deceased.
 The executor having applied for an order authorizing and empowering him tn sell certain real estate belonging to said estate situated in Canaan, Conn kI own as the Whiting c. Kellogg farm containing about l9O acres wiih buildings thereon; Also a tract of meadow land adjoining said farm on the south, containing 8 acres also n lot of land in said Canaan in the locality known as Falls Village, containing about one and one-third acres of land with the buildings thereon, located west of. aud adjoining land occupied by the Congregational Society, as per applica- tion on file duly appears:
 Ordered. That said application be heard and determined at the Probate 0flca in Winchester on the 23d day of January, l9u0, at Il o'clock in the forenoon and this Court directs said exscutor to give public notice to all persons interested in said estate to ap- pear, if they see cause, and be heard thereon, by publishing a copy of this order once in some newspaper having circulation in said District, at least i've days before said day of hearing and return make to this court of the notice given.
 Certified from record,
 GEoLGK M. CARRTNGToS, Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
" EST CuRN " ALL.

Frank Hall, who has been visiting with his father here, has returned to his position in New Haven.
 MT and Mrs F. B. Wood have return ed from their trip ts New York.
 l.. A. Williamson was out of town over Sunday.
 Miss Josephine Fenn of Plymouth is visiting in town for short time.
 The drama "The Last Loaf will be given in the reading room on next Fri day evening, January 19. As space is limited 1t would be we'll for those de- string to attend to procure their seats in advance It will be repeated at Corn. wall Bridge the following week.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
SALlSB T..

Norman Hicks spent Sunday with his parents here.
 The Neigborhood Club met on Mon day evening this week. Interesting ps- pers were presented by H. F. Landon and Mrs D. T. Warner.
 Miss Katherine Frink gave a whist party last Friday evening. Mrs G. H. Clark and Mir Mead captured the first prizes, while Miss Helen Miles and Malcolm Rudd won the second prizes.
 Charles Wright of New York spent Sunday with his friend Charlie Miles.
 Mir and Mrs Milton Warner of New York spent Sunday with his mother
 The Rev Fl. George goes this week to G sorgia, for few weeks needed rest. In Georgia is MT Georges old home, which he has not visited for twenty six years. His many friends at home wish him pleasant trip, and hope that he may return, feeling much strongr.
 Miss Carrie White spent part of last week in New York. Mrs Alice Clark was her substitute.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
A MONSTER DEVIL FISH

Destroying its victim, is a type of con- stipstion. The power of this murder ous mslsdy is felt on organs and nerves and muscles and brain. There's no health till it's overcome. But Dr Kings New Life Pills are a safe and certain cure. Best in the world for stomach, liver, kidneys and bowels Only 20 cents at W. H. Camps drug store, Canaan; c. E. Frink's drug store, Falls Village; c. H. Clark's drug store. Salisbury.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
A FRIGHTFUL BLUNDER

Will often cause a horrible Burn. Scala, Out 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 b W. H. Camp, Druggist, Canaan, Geo. H. Clark, Druggist. Salisbury, G. E. Frink, Druggist, Falls Village.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
Annual Sale of Muslin Underwear
 Begins Saturday, January 18th.

The purchasing public of this section remmeber we'll former January efforts and expect still greater things of this It shall suffer disappointment This sale planned with the determination that it would all predecessors will Our preparations for this sale made months before the great and constantly increasing cotton fabrics set in We couldn't begin buy these goods ourselves in the market anything prices at which offer them to In instances we're able to sell less than you'd material alone We wish to direct particular attention the quality of the garments Every piece matter how low priced properly propooned and made and finished in requirements of good taste and give good You will find the convenience and accommodation Muslin Underwear Department the second floor shopping will be found genuine pleasure Can't hculars as to prices. Here is the bare statement:
 Corset Covers 6c to s250 Long Skirts 39c to se.00
 Drawers 15c to 200 Short Skirts 25c to 200
 Gowns 29c 10 500 Chemises 25c to 2.60
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18

It appears from our Great Burlington news that the Poughkeepsie < Eastern extension to Springfield is not project enthusiastically supported. Engineer Keith should turn his attention to troll ley projects to secure attention in Berkshire county. The Central New England will be the only direct steam railroad from central eastern New York to Springfield.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18

A startling announcement IS made that "David Harum" was written by Rudyard Kipling on a wager between his publisher-Mr Doubleday-and Ed itor Box of the Ladies' Home Journal that Kiplng's stories would sell whether written under his name or not; that Kipling wrote the story for considera- ton under the nom de plume of Ed ward Moves Westcott and that Box is . loser. We will have more to say about this sensation soon from reliable sOurce
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
DIsrR1oT OF CORNWALL, ss. Probate

DIsTRICT OF CORNWALL, ss. Probate b Court. January 10. 1900.
 Estate of George ohipman late Of Middle field Mass, deceased, but leaving estase in this Probate District.
 The Court of Probate for the District of Cornwall hath limited and allowed 6 months from date hereof, for the creditors of said Estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts, properly Gttested, within said time, will be debarred recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make immed- fate payment to
 FRANK CHrrnAS Administrators. Post 0nice address, Middleneld, Mass.
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18

President Hadley of Yale would kill trusts by social ostracism of the pro- moters and the meE in the trusts. Has it occurred to President Hadley that the trust people could form quite society of their own and ostracise their ostra- ciaara
Connecticut western news., 1900-01-18
Aabsc ripsion Account.

The date on the colored slip of paper with ths name of the subscriber shows the time to which the subscription is paid: thus, R. B Smith 5jul99 indicates that MT smith has paid for his paper 90 July B. lSS9. It ts hoped that subscribers will see to 1t that their account, as indicated by the date on their papers, Is always correct, and when they pay tor re newa1 of their subscription VIII observe whether their date is changed to indicate the proper credit, and in the event O. an error to Inform us for correction at once. No claims fer errors in these accounts will hereafter be considered unless presented within thirty days after the payment Is claimed tc have been made, as the recelpt of the paper with the date to which the supscriptIon is paid plainly printed thereon is prima facie eyi- dence of its acceptance as correct.