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Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
i,e sums Journey Through Space.

Tie suns Journey Through Space.
 Ky means of the spectroscope we eau sialn probably more accurate deter
 iiaaiion of the suns velocity through pace As is we'll known. the velocity
 a Jar in the line of sight can be 'sCnd by measuring the displacement
 tEc lines visible in the stars spec sum. Now, the stars near the position
 | the solar apex" should be ap- coaching the earth on account of the iolar motion. and those at the opposite point of the sky, called the "ant apex, ;hould be receding.
 This method has been employed by several astronomers, especially by Yo. gel at the Potsdam observatory. This able astronomer has found from an ex- animation of 40 stars that the suns velocity through space Is about Tk miles second, but an examination of n larger number of stars would be nee essary before we could consider this result as thoroughly established.
 From an examination of the spectra of II nebuhe Professor Keeler of the Lick observatory has found vclocitlcS in tlie line of sight, and from these the French astronomer Tisserand has de- duced a velocity of about 9 1-3 miles for the solar motion, a result which does not differ widely from that found by vogel. We may therefore perhaps conclude that the velocity of the suns motion through space is between 6 and 12 miles per second.-Gentleman' s NInrnzine.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
Hard on the Burglar.

"There is family in my town" said a Baltimore man, where the children are all boys. They are very rich. and each of the three sons Is in receipt of a liberal allowance, but the manner In which they expend 1t and certain of their characteristics were as succinct- ly and tersely described as possible the other day by Bob, the eldest one, In telling the story of burglary that oc- cured last summer at their country place. Bob is the oldest, Jack the sec ond and Albert the youngest son. Bob, in telling the story, said:
 He didn't get very much, as some one of the servants thought he heard something about 3 and in going to in- vestlgate probably scared him off, but when we discovered the next morning that burglar had visited Us We natu- rally took an account of stock. The only rooms in the house he had entered were those of my two brothers and myself, and in each of them he had gone through the clothes we had been wearing the day before. Out of my clothes he got 10 cents, from Jack he got nothing, and in going through Berts jeans he got In debt. '''-New York Tribune.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
FALLS VILLAGE.

Chas Connolly and wife of Winsted visited at D F. Deans over Sunday.
 Edw Sturges of Bridgeport visited friends here the past week.
 Robert Wolfe of Rsmapo, N J was here last Friday to see his mother, Mrs Wm. Wolfe. ST.
 Horace Holt and E F Bartrsm of Canaan were in town Friday.
 s A Herman If Wiusted was here Friday on business
 The court of Common Pleas met here Tuesday aud WAS to b i've tried s case but the parties could not get here so case was put over.
 Mifs Belle Hsnchett went to Orange N, J., Wednesday for short stay. Sidney Wickwire came home from New Britain Saturday. Harry Dolan and wife of New Haven visited Mrs Dolan's sister. Mrs W. Lord, Monday and Tuesday. Mrs lde of Piitsield is the guest of ! Mrs Charles Fitch.
 Frank H. Reed is very sick witt pneumr mia and measles. Tuesday b. i Lynch of Bridgeport wss called in con sultation with Dr Cobb | Mrs I F. Hornbsck, who has beer quite ill for over two months, is still confined to her bed. Last Sunday shs had siuking spell or choking sensa tions and for awhile was in critics condition but she rallied and has since appeared no worse for that acute attack Her niece, NJ Ss Belcher of Kingston N. | is now taking care of her. | Both of John II. Belden's childreT have the measles. and two of w. D Pinney's clildren are sick with measles Now is good time to inspect th, wsterpower of the Housatonic river.
 Sarah. wife of Elisha B. Gillette, diet at her home on Canaan mountain a l2 30 Tuesday after an illness with pneu monia She was 66 years old and | survived by her husband and four chil aren, Myron of Ausouia. Nelson o BridRehsmpton. l. l., Mrs J. NJ Whit of Winchester. aud Mrs Walter I. Kel logg of this place. The funeral will b held tomorrow, Friday, at l o'clock a her late residence
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
W EST CORNWALL.

Mrs Seth M. Taylor is at her mothers, Mrs Fl J. Peck's. for two weeks visit
 George W. Cochrane made flying trip to Bridgeport one day last week to hear William Jennings Bryan speak
 A number of young people gathered at George R. Smiths on Thursday even ing last to celebrate the birthday of George R. The principal amusement was whist playing.
 Another social hop was held at Charles R. Smiths on Thursday evening last, about 40 of the people of our vicinity being present. A very enjoyable even ing was passed.
 The railroad company has finished erecting 8 new water tank at this station. It has capacity of 65. 900 gallons.
 Miss Cora and Clare Cole were home on Sunday from Millerton, N. Y.
 Mrs T. w England is up from Bridge port visiting at her fathers, R N Coch. rane's.
 Alice Coby spent several days at her home in Torrington last week returning on Sunday.
 The case of Breen vs. Town of Corn. wall came up last week at the short cal. endar of the Superior court on the ques. en by the plaintiff to the town. l.. J. Nickerson, representing the town, made arguments and filed brief. The plain tiff was represented by J. H. RorabaoB and s. A. Herman. They however made no arguments and filed no brief in be- half of their client.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
CHAPINvILLE.

Robert Scoville spent Sunday in Chapinville. returning to New York city Monday, Feb. 5.
 The c N. F.. R. R Co. have been loading cars with ice on the main track at Twin Lakes. an engine bringing the cais ou the switch at Chapinville when trains wanted to pass. At one time two empty cars were derailed on the switch near the engine. The rest of the train on the main track had to be taken to Salisbury by tue passenger train before it could get past it.
 The s N E. Telephone Co. have placed telephone in the waiting room at the depot for the use of the public.
 Mir and Mrs Harvey N. Wright have 7-pound son, born Feb 6.
 Ernest Wco len has moved from the Jewell farm to the McNeil place which his father, Theod re Wooden, hss hired of Watson Psrmalee.
 Robert Scoville has rented his farm to Harmon Miller of Millerion.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
\ Book She wouidn,t Read.

There is one book of Mir. Steven sons that l myself have never read" said Mrs. Stevenson. 'I refused to read it and held to my refusal. l make it a rule never to read d novel the scese of which Is laid in bygone age. The author always deems 1t his duty to make his characters talk in what he considers the language of that pc riod. and l am always sure that he doesn't know positively how they did talk. so l won't read such books. would never read the Black Arrow, and Mir Stevenson thought 1t such a good joke that he insisted upon dedi. eating 1t to me."-Illustrated Indiana Weekly.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
ASHLEY FALLS,

George Studley was unable to return to his post at the Red Mills on Monday on account of sickness
 Mrs Hattie Haywood and little daugh- ter visited at the parental home last Saturday. Her mother, Mrs Wm Sack ett, who Las been suffering with rheu- matism all winter is slowly improving
 A few from this place attended the firemens ball in Sheffield last Friday night.
 MT and Mrs J. A. Griffith entertained 14 of their friends at 6.30 o'clock din her last Thursday evening.
 Ladies Aid met last week with Mrs F. V. Blodgett. This week the ladies are invited to meet with Mrs Ralph Hurl- burt Thursday p. m.
 The water which has been overflow ing the meadows the past two days s fast receeding. Auren Shores and Wal ter Van Deusen shot five muskrats on the meadow just east of Van Deusen' s barn.
 F. W. Sackett and family returned to thsir home ia Collinavills Snnday p. m.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
aH ISEFa ELD.

Miss Mary E. Harris left town for Rochester. N. r., last week Friday for aa exte, ded visit with her friends in western N. I.
 Mrs Warren Cande passed her S9th and daughter, Mir and Mrs John Noxon of Ct. Burlington. spent the day with her at the old homestead on the under mountain street
 Miss Bessie Wilson of Lax vile, Ct [, has been guest the past week of her friend Miss Clara Wickwire.
 The dramatic company expect to give the play entitled Marriage Lottery" ss the closing evening of the winter course of the Friendly Union next Fri day evening, Feb. Is, and hope for a full attendance.
 Next Sunday morning the union ser vice of the Congregational and Metho- dist churches, will be held in the Con- gregatiopal church, sermon by Rev L.. c. H. Adams and the union service of the Christian Endeavor and Epworth League will be held in the Methodist church chapel Sunday evening. Mrs F. r. Corliss and Mrs NJ. E. Cowles of the Wonsns Relief Corps, | Commander A F. Stone and Charles O. | Dewey of the J. G Barnard Post, left town Monday a. m. for Boston, Mass. to attend the Grand Army meeting in ! that city. They expect to return | Thursday.
 All present at the Friendly Union last Friday evening were much pleased with the several selections given by I Baldwin's orchestra of Ct. Burlington. the songs by Mrs W, E. Smith and Mrs John S. Cook, the fine recitation bs ! Miss E. Ely, the graphophone of Mir 5. Fox, the kittens, etc. A very pleasant entertainment and enjoyed by all. The dancing class under the instruc tion of MT Beckley fnisbed the term | last Monday evening and will give ( reception to invited friends at the Towr Hall next Monday evening.
 The second annual ball of Hose Com pan, No l, Was great success, fifty couples being present. The fire lads had decorated the hall in a most artistic manner with flags, bunting, hose, color ed lanterns. etc. The grand march wa | led by Assistant Foreman Samuel Fo1 and Miss Beatrice E lis followed by other members of the company and visitors. Dancing began about 9 S( p. m. and Baldwln's orchestra played the last number at 2.40 a m. Pro Beckley of Canaan prompted. John Cook was most efficient master O the floor. and was ably assisted by othe firemen. An excellent supper wa served by the Woman's Relief Corps.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
EAST CANAAN.

There was very pleasant gathering ,st Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs c. W. Cowdrey, about 30 attend ing. Games were enjoyed by all, after which bountiful lunch was served.
 Miss Eunics Sage is spending a week with friends in Torrington.
 Miles Roberts of Lakeville was home over Sunday.
 Frank Horton has hired ont to work for Mrs George Porter the coming year.
 Mrs Pelten, who has been ill for sev. CD weeks, is DO better
 c F. Roberts is attending the s, Of V. encampment at Meriden this week.
 No new cases of diphtheria. The sick ones are all nearly we'll and people are feeling easier; for an epidemic was feared and dreaded.
 The high water Tuesday undermined n large elm tree on the Blackberry River farm which partially took off bridge The bridge at the Will Lawrence plac: was taken of also, and the roads il places badly washed out.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
FROM THE OTHER PAPERS.

We have read with much interest re- cent stories of wild animal life here in Connecticut, especially in Litchfield county, where even men are wild, There are some weird tales in circuls- tion but VIC miss an old favorite that did service for many years. In the good old times the story came from Lyme at leaet once year, and told of the adventures of wild cat that in. vaded school house while the school was in session, and was driven out by pretty schoolmam and Q stick of wood. The wild cat was never killed. he returned to she old game every year, but we never hear of him recently, Perhaps the poor animal has the rheu- matism or the school teacher has 8 gun.-New Britain Herald.
 The Ansonia Sentinel says: It cost that Meriden road hog who drove on the wrong side of the road and ran over 8 woman bicyclist just $500 for his hog gishness It IS pretty small price, but if the tariff is to be fixed at that 1t is we'll to let the other road hogs know what they are to run up against.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
LAM KvILLE

The fourth entertainment of the course came off on Lincoln Day. It was grand lecture by Rev. M Wool say Stryker, D. D., president of Ham ilton College, of Clinton. N. Y, which was well attended in spite of the down. pour of rain. The Lecturer was intro
 iuced to the audience by Rev J. 0. Goddard in his usual felicitious manner manner which put the large audience and the Rev gentleman in the best of humor. Di Stryker prefaced his lec- ture with few happy remarks saying among other things that he had never been in Lakeville before. but had had a sincere longing to see the already famous institutions of learning in our midst the Hotc kiss School for boys, and the
 Faconic Ladies School. The lecturer kept the audience spellbound ith his grand description of the great Lincoln.
 Rev Clark Wright, Elder of the Po'keepsie District occupied the pulpit of the NJ E. church last Sunday motn- ing. The Rev. gentleman preached a very comprehensive and instructive ser mon from the text found in Matthew, 5 chapter. 8 verse, "Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God. ," MT Wright is grand and eloquent preacher. His illustrations were we'll selected and convincing. Among the many great men of the past thas he mentioned whose motives proved purity of heart were mostly men who had a lowly origin, such men az Moses of bible times and the great hberator aud preserver of the Union of our country In our own time, Abraham Lincoln. Mr Wright was the pastor of the NJ. E. church here 30 years ago.
 The infant sbn. Emil Louis, of Mir and Mrs Goderies died last Friday morning of whooping cough aged 2 months and 2l days. The funeral took ! place last Saturday afternoon. Funeral services were held at the house, Rev T. F. Bannon of St, Mary's church officiated. The afflicted parentf have | the sympathy of their many friends I Interment was made in the Salisbury Catholic cemetery.
 The young mems Catholic temperance | society will enjoy dance and supper at the Sons of veterans Hall h the Holley Block next Wednesday evening. The heavy rains of Monday and Tues l day washed our streets and cut gullies | ln many places from two to three feet | deep The Porter ore bed brook
 which crosses Main street was raging torrent and full to the brim. The hill streets from the Taconic school down to the street leading to Falls Village shed enongh water to form raging brook which crossed Wm. B Perry's land and came out at the residence of James Stuart making rushing noise like a l waterfall.
 Hiram Eddy Camp, s. of V. have is- sued number of invitations to their fancy dress ball to be given tomorrow night.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
A THOUSAND ToUNGEs

Could not express the rapture of An nie E.. Springer of ll25 Howard st. Philadelphia. Pa, when she found that Dr Kings New Discovery for Consump. ton had completely cured her of Q hacking cough that for many years had made life burden. All other reme. dies and doctors could give her no help but she says of this Royal Cure. 'ii soon removed tue pain in my chest and can now rleep soundly, something l can scarcely remember doing before. I feel like sounding its praises through. ont the Universe So will everyone who tries Dr Kiuy's New Discovery for any trouble of the Threat, Chest or Lungs. Price 500. and Sl00 Trial bottles free at W. H. Camps drug store. Canaau; Geo. II. Clark's drug store, Salisbury; c. E. Frink's drug store, Falls Village; every bottle guar anteed
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
ROBBED THE GRAVE.

A startling incident. of which MT John Oliver of Philadelphia, was tue subject. IS narrated by him as follows: "I was in a most dreadful condition. My skin was almost yellow, eyes sunk. CD, tougue coated, pain continually in back and sides. no appetite gradually growing weaker day by day. Three physicians had given me up. Forum ately, friend advised trying Electric Bitters;' and to my great joy and sur prise, the first bottle made decided i'm. provement. I continued their use for three weeks, and am now well man. I know they we'd my life, and robbed the grave of another victim" No one should fail to try them Only 50 cts. ., guaranteed, at ". H. Camps drng store. Carasn; c 'o. H Clark's drug store, Salisbury; G. E. Frink's drug store Falls Village.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
JOHN BROWN.
His ..Soui Goes Marching On" While His Birthplace is Moidering 10 The
 

His ..Soui Goes Marching On" While
 His Birthplace is Moidering 10 the
 Ground.
 May 9th 1900, marks the one hun dredth anniversary of the birth of John Brown. Though we generally hear of "John Brown of Ossawatomie" it should be John Brown of Litch6eld County" We have no desire to detract f.om the honor done the Sunhower State but it was in old Litchfield coun- ty that the famous hero imbibed those ideas of the universal brotherhood of man which later made him such power il Kansas. He was born in the town of Torrington, north of the Litchfield line and in 1906 his parents moved to Hudson, Ohio. In his boyhood he re- turned to receive his early education in Litchheld. His intention was to study for the ministry and his instructors were the Rev H. l.. Vaill and Capt, James Morris. the latter Principal of the famous Morris Academy. These men were renowned for the broadness of their ideas and imbued young Brown with the principles that later in life he tried 80 hard to carry out, not perhaps always wisely but certainly honestly and fearlessly.
 It Is not our purpose, at this time. to enter into any detailed account of John Browns life. We merely wish to show why the people of Litcbfield county should take an especial interest Tn the birthplace of one of the most prominent and unique characters in American his- tory. The house where he was born is still standing, in the town of Torring- ton, about five miles north of the Cour- ty Court House in Litchfield. Is 1t simply a coincidence that this house should be. as it has been for many years, the home of colony of members of that race for which John Brown gave up his life? Though this may appeal to the sentiment it is the practical side of our readers that we desire to reach in this article. As is natural the pres ent tenants have been unable to make any improvements on the place or even to keep up necessary repairs and it is fast going to ruin, while the owner is not in position to restore and preserve 1t. Under these circumstances an asso citation of gentlemen has been formed to buy the property, put 1t in first class condition and maintain it as most fit- ti memorial of one whose life will al- ways interest the American people. This is the first announcement that has been made in the public press of the organization or this Association. Arrangements are now being perfected and within a very few weeks circulars will be issued giving the names of the incorporators and their plans. It is necessary that the morey required 10 purchase the John Brown homestead should be raised by May first. All who desire to aid in this movement can send their checks to Dwight c. Kilbourr, Litchfield Mir Kilbourn is the we'll known civil war veteran and Clerk of the Superior Court for Litchfeld coun- ty, and has kindly consented to act as Treasurer of the Association.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
HUN rSvILLE and SOUTH CANAAN

Harry Foot has been quite ill during the past week but is improving under the care of Dr Skiff.
 During the ICY time last week Mrs Nelson Howe had the misfortune to slip on the ice md fall heavily, break ing her leg Drs Cobb of Falls Village and Bissell of Lakeville were called and set the broken bone. She ig very com fortable but it will probably be long time before she Is around, owing to her advanced age of "A years
 On Monday 9th inst the Hollenbeck river suddenly com mmenced to rise. In 8 very short time it had overf1owed its banks. In a couple of hours the water commenced to fall, going down as rap about here is that the little stream re- ceived the benefit of the cloud burst on the mountain east of us.
 The measles are doing thorough work in this town All affected with the disease are quite sick but few seriously N. J. Dean, Mrs Levi Gapzer and Carl Ganzer have been very sick but are im- proving rapidly.
 Rufus Whitford has bought of Mrs Alice Blodgett tract of WOO west of the cemetery and known as the swamp. MT Whitford will at once com mence cutting the wood for market. The ground will be cleared and turned into meadow land
 A short time since Henry Yale slipped on the ice and fell striking the back of his head. He is able to be about, although suffering from the fall.
 Saturday, Feb. 3, Mrs Samantha Judd celebrated her 9lst birthday She received number of her friends and enjoyed the occasion greatly. She is in excellent health and takes lively interest ip the events of the day. She rsads the news papers and talks with keen relish on the topics of the day s news.
 The many friends of Fl P Morse will be pleased to hear that he is able to be out, although compelled to use crutches.
 Welles Yale and family will move from Huntsville to South Canaan next Monday.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
COURT OF PROBATE held at sharon

Present: Willis m w, Knight, Judge.
 Estate of Daniel Hall late of sharon in said District. decea~ed
 Alhert l.. Hall Of sharon appeared in Court and moved that an instrument purporting to be the Last Will and Testsment of said de- ceased (and codicil thereiol be admitted 10 Probate
 Therefore Ordered. that said application be heard and determined at the Probate Office in Sharon in said district on the 20th day Of February, A. D. 1900 at ten o'clock fin the forenoon; and that said Albert l.. Hall give public notice to all perosns interested in said estate by advertising once in weekly newspaper having a circulation in said Probate District. and by posting a copy of this order upon public sign- post in tho Town of sharon. at least five days before the day ot said hearing, 10 appear il they gee cause, at said time and place, and be heard relative thereto, and make return to the Court. Attsst. wnLiAx ". Ksrozr. Judge,
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
A RihliaphiI~s RepIy.

Mandell Creighton. the bishop of London. has horror of lending his fayoiite books. says n London corre- spon,icnt. The bishop k charming wit ms we'll as great scholar. A fel- low clergyman once visited the bishop and took fancy to an old edition of Shakespeare. He borrowed the volume and did not think to return 1t for sev- eral months.
 Finally the minister returned it with letter. saying: My Dear Bishop-I have great pleasure in returning the volume you loaned me"
 The bishop answered: My Dear Brother-Al the joy Is mine. ."-Denver Republican.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
HIM x ROCK I.

James Carroll went to Norfolk last Saturday to see brother who is serious. ly ill with typhoid fever.
 Mir and Mrs F. $ BurIall are out of town for few days.
 The decorators from New York came on Monday 10 begin work on the inter. for of Trinity church.
 Mir and Mrs Chas. H. WiesiDg spent few days last week il, New York, MT W. going on to Philadelphia
 A street lamp has been placed be- tween W. W. Norton's and Chas. H. Wissing's. Gssolene is used. giving 8 very bright light. Our people being progressive, will doubtless have this beautiful little village well lighted May the good work go on.
Connecticut western news., 1900-02-15
Wise Man.

Great idea, that of Mikes" said the enthusiastic heeler of the better sort. He isn't satisfied with shaking hands with his constituents in the ordinary way. When he meets one of them, he grabs both his hands"
 Amt that rather overdoing itT' said the cautious person.
 "lt might look that way to you, but Mike knows his business. As long as he holds the fellows hands his watch Is afe."-Ipdianapolis Journal.