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Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1901-01-25
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Charlottesville Progress }

The fredericksburg Star, in com
menting upon an article in the Manas-
sas Journal which attacks Senator
Martin and incidentally opposes Mr.,
Swanson for Governor, concludes
with the following graceful tribute
to Mr.. Swanson:
"Mr. Swanson enters the fight on
his merits. He seeks support not as
the friend of Senator Martin, but as
a loyal Democrat, tried and true,
deserving whatever honors his party
may care to bestow upon him. He
has long been member of Congre S.
and a satisfactory one, too-valued
oy his constituents for the work he
has done. No member of Congress
as young as Mr.. Swanson has at
tanned more Importance in that body,
and why he has not as much claim
on the party as any of the other gen.
tlemen who are candidates we cannot
understand. We are not supporting
Mr.. Swanson or any one else at this
time but we like to see fair play, and
the Journal accords it neither to
Martin nor Swanson.
The Progress is in the same class
with the Star when it comes to advo-
eating fair play and discouraging
unjust attacks upon any of the yari-
ous candidates for the Governorship.
1t recognizes the fact that all of the
aspirants are gentlemen of high
character and of recognized ability.
They can well afford to make the
light upon their individual merits,
and to leave 1t to the Democrats of
Virginia to decide the question with
reference only to the best interests of
the State. 1t ought not to be con-
sidered an offense that either Senator
Daniel or Senator Martin, or both, is
the friend of one of the candidates
any more than Governor Tyler's ad-
yocacy of another candidate should
be counted as reproach. These
gentlemen have a perfect right to
their individual preferences, and that
candidate is wise who accepts the
fact without complaint aud hustles
for valuable offsets. There are
enough "big men"i in the Guberna-
torial fight without stirring mp out
siders or inviting mix.ups on the
side lines. Let's have fair play and
an honest decision upon the merits
of the contest.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1901-01-25
Recommends Legal Burning.

At the annual session of the
American Historical Society, held in
Detroit, Mich, recently, Professor
Albert Bushnell Hart, of Harvard
University, said that the removal of
the negro from the South, by colo
nization, ETC., would kill the South
ern States. The South. he said, could
not live without the negro. He
deplored the lynching of negroes,
but asserted that if the people of a
community demanded the burning of
negroes at the stake as a penalty for
committing horrible crimes, the State
should make burning the legal
penalty.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1901-01-25

lhc ifustS hoNIhS eastward .
The exodus of the Trusts from the
West to the East continues. AS a
rule they establish their headquarters
in New York. The Tribune declares
"they rent whole floors in the tallest
skyscrapers IN the metropolis, and
bring with them regiments Of clerks,
book-keepers, stenographers, type
writers and Office boys." In New
York they have the facilities of
speculation offered by Wall street
and of legislation to be readily OBJ
tanned in New Jersey-that land of
Trust promise and refuge upon
which they may look from their sky
scraper offices and which they may
reach by ready rapid transit.-Pha-
adslphia Record.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1901-01-25
About Crimson Clover

Crimson clover, cut at the right
time, when it first comes into bloom,
is as safe bay as any, but If allowed
TO get overripe it is dangerous for
horses, from the bristles forming
hair balls in their stomachs.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1901-01-25
AN OLD SOLDIER WRITES.

EDITOR OF THE DIsPATcH:-Before
the war, when negroes were slaves, a
great deal of the country going to
mill was done on horseback by the
little white and colored chaps; and,
IN order that we might go and return
quickly, there was kept at the mill a
standing turn. So it is now with
Virginia elections; as fast as one is
over another is on the way (standing
tnrn). We hope to live to see the
time when there will be no elections,
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1901-01-25

That national committee which is
getting ready to shelve Mr.. Bryan
would be wise to put Chairman
Jones in one of w. J.'s coat pockets
during the process. The Free Lance.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1901-01-25

Senator Carter Glass, of Lynch
burg, is among those members of tie
Senate who are opposed to going into
general legislation at the extra session
of the General Assembly.
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
KENT.

Mir and Mrs O. P. Britton left town Monday morning on trip to Buffalo.
 Rev. E. s. Porter and daughter of Bridgewater, Mass, called on friends here last week. Rev. Porter was pastor of Kent Congregational Church from 1884 to 1889.
 Miss Bessie Welch and Miss Ada Hayward of Bridgeport are at J. F. Gibbs.
 o s. Smith is spending a few days in Bridgeport.
 The death of Mrs Elizabeth NJ. How land occurred at her home here on the morning of Friday, August 23. AL though her health had been failing for some years, she was able to get about and attend to her business affairs until a short time before her death which came suddenly. Mrs Rowland had been a resident of this village 8 number of years. She was generous of heart. ever ready to help where help was most needed, and was highly esteemed by those who knew her best. Funeral ser vices were attended at her late residence on Saturday, 2tth. at 2 o'clock. She was 72 years of age.
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
The Military Salute.

All salutes, from taking of the hat to presenting arms, originally implied respect or submission. Of military sa- lutes, raising the right hand to the head is generally believed to have orig mated from the days of the tourna- ment, when the knights filed past the throne of the queen of beauty and, by way of compliment, raised their hands to their brows to imply that her beau ty was too dazzling for unshaded eyes to gaze upon.
 The officers salute with the sword has a double meaning. The first posi- ton, with the hilt opposite the lips, Is a repetition of the crusaders action in kissing the cross hilt of his sword in token of faith and fealty, while low ering the point afterward implies ei- ther submission or friendship, meaning In either case that 1t Is no longer nee essary to stand on guard. Raising the hand to the forehead hos also been ex- plained as a sign that the weaponed hand Is empty and in an inoffensive po- sition, but this reason does not seem SO convincing as the others.
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
NORFOLK.

Miss Elsie Humphrey who has been spending the summer in town, as the guest of Miss Lila Johnson, returned to Waterbury Monday. Miss Humphrey was accompanied by Miss Johnson.
 Mrs Pomeroy of Hyde Park, New York, who has been at the home of c. K. Northway has returned.
 Tho public schools will open on nex' Tuesday for the fall term.
 The severe thunder storm which passed over this place last week caused much damage. The roads were badly washed. E. s. Johnson's new barr was struck, but the bolt did but little damage. The Riggs place in South Norfolk was also struck.
 MT and Mrs Frederick Alger whe have been spending their honeymoon abroad, recently arrived in Quebec, Canada. MT and Mrs Bridgman me- Mir and Mrs Alger at Quebec. Mir Alger, nee Miss Mary Eldridge Swif is neice of Mrs Bridgeman. A recep ton will be rendered the bride and groom at the home of the Misses El dridge on Wednesday of next week Invitations have been issued to nearl. 400 persons.
 Mrs Remus Norton and her daughter Miss Rnby. have been guests of Mrs M E. Snow for several days.
 The funeral services of Mrs Jeanette 2. Hotchkiss was held at her late resi- dence on the West Road at 1 30 p. n Saturday afternoon. The Rev MI Byles officiated. The interment was ir the Center cemetery.
 Among the distinguished guests wh, have been summering in Norfolk is the Rev. Samuel J, Andrews of Hartford.
 Mir Edson will move into the house formerly occupied by pr. Sawtelle.
 Miss Bangs, daughter of Dr Bangs, visiting friends here. For several year, Dr Bangs rented Mrs Moseley's sum mer home
 Wednesday, Aug. 21 Norfolk defeated the Winchester ball team on the hom, grounds by the score of 4 tc 5. Tn, game was one of the most interesting 0 the season. The Winchester team wal strengthened by Torrington battery
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
CORNWALL BRIDGE.

Miss Lizzie Sillett of Avon is the guest of Mrs Edward D. Bierce.
 Myron F. Wells has accepted a posi- tion on the railroad section here.
 The number from here attending camp meeting ut Canaan seems to grow less every year, the R. k. Go. selling tickets at 8 reduced rate only on week days. Many would go Sunday If they were used as on week days. As 1t is a busy season of the year 8 number can not get away week days. Tue rains have hindered many from attending.
 Doctor William NJ Curtis was here last week and drove back taking his rubber tired wagon and dog "Doc' who has faithfully waited for him a number uf days. We were all pleased to see the doctor who has host of friends here.
 Miss O'Brian's sister IS visiting her who is the telegraph operator at this office
 Ninety cans of milk, 40 quarts each, are shipped daily to New York from this station.
 Tao Italian greyhounds belonging to Seymour Hollister died of dog dis- temper Thursday. They were consid- cred valuable.
 The changeable weather he's been rather bad for tobacco gathering, and the hot weather for curing, but we hope 1t will all come out right for it's 8 good growth and color. Most of if will be secured this week.
 The drama, "The Old Maids Con- vention." which was held at the A. O.. U. ". Hall, August 2lst. was we'll at- tended. All did their parts in splendid order. Much credit is due to the twenty who were in the play, and thanks are due to the audience who 30 liberslly patronized them. The fiuan- cial receipts were for the benefit of the religions societies here It is hoped to be repeated at other places.
 Miss Rose NJ. and Grace Hubbard were guests of the Hon. and Mrs Victory O. Beers over Sunday. The many friends of Miss Rose Hubbard will be pleased to learn of her good fortune ia being offered and accepting a lucrative engagement as leading lady in the play entitled "The Wrong Mir Wight" Miss Hubbard is to be sup ported in the play by an eminent English actor. The company expect to commence rebersals Sept. 2d and will leave about Sept. 20th for the Pacific Coast where they pass the winter.
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
AgOrNphObfn.

Builders, with their stone and mof tar brick and lime, water and sand, have left little puddles on a stretch of upper Broadway. An irregular string of pedestrians flung itself past the place, ignoring for the most part the slight inconvenience of stepping over the miniature lakes. But one man. when he was confronted with the situa- ton, started back with an exclamation of yexation and passed around the pools.
 That chap has agoraphpbia," said one of two men who had noted the movement.
 Has what" asked the other.
 "Agoraphobia. It means simply an abhorrence of open spaces, and 1t has a great many victims. Specialists in this sort of nervousness say 1t takes various forms, some of it's subjects having an insurmountable dread of crossing from one side of the street to the other, while others have a dis inclination to go more than a few blocks from their home.
 Some dread to step across a puddle of water, like the man we just saw. Others dread descending into a well beyond a certain depth, and still oth- CTS have fear of getting too high in a building or an elevator. As a rule, these persons are acutely intellectual, so 1t Is no mental disgrace to be a vic tim of agoraphobia, simply a misfor- tune that Is commoner than most per sons suppose. York Telegram.
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
A Celebrated Roman Eater.

Touching the matter of eating, the stories told by the old chroniclers and historians of the abnormal capacities of certain Roman and oriental men of note fairly stagger belief. Gibbon tells of Soliman, caliph In the eighth cen tury, who died of indigestion in his camp near Chalcis, In Syria, just as he was about to lead an army of Arabs against Constantinople. He had emp tied two baskets of eggs and figs, which he swallowed alternately, and the repast was finished with marrow and sugar. In a pilgrimage to Mecca the same caliph had eaten with impu- nlty at single meal 70 pomegranates, a kid, 6 fowls and huge quantity of the grapes of Tayef.
 Such a statement would defy belief were not others of a similar character we'll avouched. Louis XIV could hard ly boast of an appetite as ravenous as Soliman's, but he would eat at sitting four platefuls of different soups, a whole pheasant, partridge, plateful of salad, mutton hashed with garlic, two good sized slices of ham, dish of pastry and finish with fruit and sweet meats
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
A TniIAf

It is an interesting sight to watch the outlaw at his evening toilet. To begin witL, instead of sitting up with his large, flat, ribbed tail protruding be- hind him, he tucked 1t forward between his hind legs and sat upon 1t. Then with his hand he carefully combed his long hair, using both hands at the same time. There were many places, how ever, that could not be reached in this way, for his arms are very short and his body very large, so he combed these otherwise inaccessible places with his hind feet, using first one and then the other. The entire operation was per formed with the utmost deliberation and care and occupied more than a quarter of an hour, so that by the time 1t was completed daylight had almost vanished.
 My presence did not appear to dis turb him in the least, though I sat on the ground within three feet of him that might the better note his various attitudes, for 1t Is not often one has an opportunity of watching a beaver at such close range.-Everybody's Maga- zine.
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
Jupiter and Ten.

A very ignorant and wealthy woman who was fond of talking about her ''art gallery" one day met at the house of an acquaintance a lady who had not called on her, although they lived In the same town.
 Come and see me. do," said Mrs. B., the patron of art, as the other lady was taking her leave.
 Thank you very much," was the noncommittal reply.
 we've got a new picture too. That ought to tempt you to come. if can't"
 'I should be very glad indeed to see it."
 "Such a lovely picture! Sometimes it seems to me could look at 1t all day long,"
 What is the subject of your picture, Mrs. B. P inquired the hostess
 "Juplter and Ten" was the reply.
 It was Jupiter and To-"
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
GREAT BA nhiN s4TON.

Miss Margurite E. Mshany of Lyons, N Y., has been elected teacher of the 7th grade in the Searles building, and Miss Alice M. Hannah of Orange, N r.. teacher of the third grade in the Bryant School, The former succeeds Miss Jeanette E. Platt who has leave of absence for one year for rest. and the latter succeeds Miss E. Grace Hatcl who has O leave of absence for one veg to complete her duties at the We.tfielo Normal School. MT Ellsworth Henr, Strong of Connecticut. graduate of the New Britain Normal school, has been elected principal of the Housotoni' high and gram mar school and will at once move to Housatopic with his father and mother.
 The Auqust cup offered by the Wy antenuck golf club was won Saturda' by harles Kernar who defeated B. ID Tickner close second. The club has arranged to give about 12 cups during the next two weeks.
 Augustus Van Wyck and District Attorney Osborne and families have gone to Buffalo from Great Burlington.
 Jotn Freeman, of Sheffield, wa arrested Monday on warrant sworI out by Detective Wood, charging hin, with the murder of George, alias ''Uloua" Darling, on Sunday morring May 26th. Freeman was brought t. Great Bsrringt,n where he was ar. ranged before Judge Sanford and held without bonds for hearing to-day, (Thursday). The prisoner retained a. his attorney, Lawyer Charles Giddipgs State Detective O. l. Wood of Pitts field has charge of the case, and the result of his investigations resulted iu the arrest of the defendant, who is only 23 years old. The crime, or acci 26th, when Darling's body was struck by work train short distance norti. of Sheffield. From statements whicl Freeman is alleged to have made it + the theory of the police that he assaulted Darling and then placed the body nea, the track in order to cover up his crime.
 The Housatonic Agricultural Society has engaged Edwin Boardman of Shef field as poultry marshal. Burt Wheel CT has started out with the advertising wagon and will be gone four weeks.
 Mrs NJ A, Kennedy and son. Charles, accompanied by Mrs John Filming, have gone to the Pan American 8 Buffalo.
 The present manager of the woolen mills, Hugh Sheridan, will shut down the works at the expiration of his lease. The closing of the mill will throw about two hundred hands out of employment.
 Thomas Sheridan and family moved to Philadelphia this week where be has a position in large woolen mill.
 Harry P. Call was fined $15 in court, Tuesday, for assaulting Frank Lesco at Housatonic.
 The annual picnic of the Methods. Church Sunday School was held at Lake Buel Tuesday.
 Adam Turner, a painter by trade. narrowly averted death at Housatonic last week. He attempted to cross the railroad tracks in front of 8 passenge, train, when he was struck by the cow catcher. His left leg was quite badly injured and his clothing torn.
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
HoIG me r0rS.

In October, 1864, Allatoona pass, defile in the mountains of Georgia, was guarded by General Corse, with 1.500 men. 1t was a strong. strategic point, and. moreover, 100000 rations were stored there. Fresich. the southern general. with 6.oO0 men. attacked the garrison and drove the defenders into a small fort on the crest of the hill. The battle was fierce. The northern soldiers fell in such numbers that fur ther fighting seemed folly.
 But one of Corse's officers caught sight of a white signal flag fiuttering in the breeze on the top of the Rene saw mountain. across the valley, 15 miles away. The signal was answered, and then came the inspiring message from mountain to mountains: Hold the fort. I am coming.-W. T. Sher- man."
 Cheer after cheer went up, and, though hopelessly reduced in numbers. they did hold the fort for hours until the advance guard of Sherman's army came to their relief. Six years later P. P: Bliss. the evangelist, heard the story in all its vivid detail from a sol dier friend and then wrote the words and music of his famous hymn.--Prss. bytsrian. ....--.-.-.6.s.T
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
" EST CURN " ALI.

Miss Kate Lynn of New York is visit ing at the home of D. l. Ross.
 Miss Helen Porter If Williams burg, Mass, will have charge of our village school for the coming year. Miss Porter comes highly recommended.
 Master Anthony Miller, while fish. ing in the brook near the post office on Thursday last, slipped aud fell into the water. Happily P. ODonnells was on hand, and rushing out. plunged into the brook and rescued little Anthony from what would have been in 8 short time watery grave.
 At the meeting of tue Second Eccle- sisstical Society held at tue chapel on Friday afternoon of last week, the resignation of Rev. Will Chester Ferris was accepted, A council of churches has been called and will be held n some day next week. Mir Ferris goes to Great Falls, the second city in popu- lation in the state of Montana His action is universally regretted by the community to whose interests ho has been so strongly allied during the past three years. Coming here out of bis college life. full of enthusiasm and fill. ed with devotion of the highest order to the work whereuDto he was called he at once grasped every means at band that could be used as spiritual, moral and intellectual uplifter of the people whose lot fell to his charge. He repre-. sented the highest ideals only, in fact had no other. As pastor he rendered faithful service to all. As friend he was one worthy to be called such. In leaving this charge he feels that the hour has arrined when it is eIpedient that he should depart and follow the divine leadership into the field that he feels has been allotted to his ife's wcrk.
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
rh. pn.I,.hm.,n .na Hi. ora.,

An E1&lishman at a Chicago hotel ordered trap. He ordered 1t of an in- telligent looking key clerk behind the desk. Then he went up stairs to his room to prepare himself for the drive. He waited half an hour for the an- nouncement that the vehicle was be- low. He began to wonder if this was an example of the American hustle whose reputation had crossed the At lantic.
 Presently came & knock on the door. Come in," bade the Englishman.
 Entered a mechanical looking man In his shirt sleeves.
 "Where's the holer was his question.
 "Hole?" queried the Englishman. '1 wanted a trap"
 Here 1t is," said the toiler, land it'll catch that mouse sure"
 The Englishman's mouth opened In astonishment. Mouse! What do you mean? Who are you, anyhowr'
 T'm the hotel carpenter, sir, and I've brought up the trap you orderedw
 The Englishman glared. Then 1t pen etrated his Saxon wits, and he roared.
 He gave the carpenter half a dollar and swore the joke for once was on America.
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
Fulfilling the w..h.. of the Dead.

Old Lord Forglen. the Scotch judge, died in 1727. pr. Clerk, who attended his lordship to the last, calling on his patient the day he died, was admitted by the judges old servant and clerk, David Reed. How does my lord do?" inquired the doctor. T houp he's weel," responded the old man, whose voice and manner at once explained his meaning. With tears streaming down his face he conducted Dr. Clerk into a room where there were two dozen bot ties of wine underneath the table.
 Other gentlemen presently arrived. and, having partaken of glass or two of wine while they listened to David's account of his masters last hours, they all rose to depart. No, no. gentlemen; ; not so," said the old factotum. Tt was the expressed wish of the deceased thnt I should fill ye a fou, and maun fulfill the will O the dead" Dr. Clerk used to add when relating the story, And indeed he did fulfill the will O the dead. for before the end o't there was na ane of us able to bite his ain thoombW
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
SALISBURY.

The yonng people from the surround ing towns and our own village enjoyed a dance in the Library on Friday night
 MT and Mrs Louis Haubnestle of Poughkeepeie, who have been spending part of their vacation with her mother, Mrs B. Barton, returned to their home on Monday.
 Rev. Mir Boardman of Canaan occu- pied the pulpit of St. Johns church Sunday in the absence of Rev. J. H George.
 J. F. Forward of Hartford called on friends in town over Sunday.
 H. Kellogg of Ohio spent part of the week with his uncle. D. J. Warner
 Mrs G. H. Clark spent part of last week in Hartford.
 John Parson lost one of his work horses last Monday.
 Parker Hicks and wife, who have been at his home for three weeks, re- turned to Hartford on Monday.
Connecticut western news., 1901-08-29
CORNWALL HOLLOW.

Misses Lousia and Ida Chipman are home from Norwalk for short time.
 Miss Marian Ocaln is home for a vacation
 Mir and Mrs Clinton James were at Willis Hurlburt's over Sunday.
 Rev. F. s feathers and family have returned to Bantam.
 Mir and Mrs Everett P. Wheeler, daughter, and Miss Johnston of New York, who are spending the summer at Sharon, were at Mir Fosters Monday.
 Mrs l.. P. Dean has been at B. E Yale's for few days.
 Walter D. Caldwell of South Hadley, Mass, was at MT Fox's over Sunday.
 Mrs Jane Beach has returned to New Haven.