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Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
NORFOLh.

Miss Marion Johnson, who has been spending week in Springfield, Mass |, has returned.
 It is understood that Librarian Will liam Corbin is a candidate for assistant state librarian. As Mir Corbin numbers many prominent political friends among his acquaintances he should have little trouble in obtaining the plum.
 Among those who have been confined to their homes with grip are Mrs Joseph Seld en, Lyman Johnson and Mrs Bridg- man.
 Mrs H. NJ. Jones and daughter Lizzie have gone to Bridgeport to live with Mrs Walter Warlsne.
 The property known as the Norman Riggs place. which is located near the Wi, chester line, was sold at auction Saturday morning for S1 400.
 The Lewis Curti.s farm in South Norfolk has been sold to Mir Surdam. Mrs Ourtiss has gone to Dakota to meet her husband.
 Mrs Faussy, who has been suffering with the grip, is much improved.
 Austin Wooster and family who have been ill with the grip are recovering.
 The annual church meeting that was to be held last Friday evening was postponed on account of the iuclemeucy of the weather until this evening,
 Mir Bridpman attended the final meet ing of the presidential electors at Hart ford this week.
 A teachers meeting will be held to- morrow afternoon at the Eldridge gym nasium at 2 30 o'clock.
 There will be dance in the Village Hall tomorrow evening given by the Universal Club.
 Mrs R. I. Crissey is i'll with the grip.
 Prof. Seligman of Columbia College town last week looking at summer cot tages.
 A motion to dismiss the injunction in the case of E. s. Johnson vs. Norfolk Water Co. was heard before Judge Gid con H. Welch of the Court of Common Pleas at Wipsted last Saturday. The damages claimed by the plaintiff are $500. Mir Roraback of Canaan appear ed for the plaintiff and Mir Herman of Winsted for the defendant.
 Prof. MI Pupin of Columbia College. who spends the summer months in this town, says the Electrical Review, has sold to the American Telephone and Telegraph company for the consijera- tion of $500, 900 and an annual royalty on patents of Sl5,O0O All his patents and inventions of artificial electrical conductors which, it is understood, will allow telephonic conversation to be transmitted across the Atlantic ocean, or any distance on land.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
GREAT HARRINGTON.

The Lyman Lorrin place about two miles from Great Harrington on the North Egremont road, was totally de- stroyed by fire Saturday night. includ- ing the house, barn and long she'd The place was occupied by Mir and Mrs Dud- ley Clark who were at Great Darlington when the fire was discovered. William Scribner, who lives nearby, discovered the fire and rushed to the house, but was unable to save only few articles. contents was about S2 900 with small insurance on the buildings.
 The Mahaiwe block on the corner of Msin and Railroad streets was deeded last week to F. H. Wright for $40, 900. The block was owned by the estates of Charles J. Burget and Ward Lewis.
 The dry goods firm of Fassett & Pull yer which has carried on 8 large busi- ness for nearly five years is to dissolve partnership. The bu iness was former ly conducted by A S. Fassett who took into partnership with him, about five ve ars ago, Wesley Pulver of Hillsdale. The business is now offered for sale.
 Percy M. Blake. the hydraulic engi- neer of Boston, Is employed by the fire district to find if possible a gravity water supply.
 The clothing store managed by Frank Feldblum on Main street was closed Thursday by Deputy Sheriff Norton. H. o. Joyner and son Newton have returned from New Orleans.
 Mrs Bridget Higgins, 90, fell on the sidewalk near her home last week aud fractured her right hip.
 Mrs O. B. Rowe has purchased the Pollard property on Berkshire Heights The annual ball of the Grand Army Post was held in the town hall Wednes. ! day night.
 The women of the St. James Episco. pal church cleared about $185 from their rummage sale. The amount will be used to defray the debt on the rec. | tory.
 The Bicycle Club has arranged with Sid. K. Lamb to give two home talent plays Jan. 31 and Feb. l. The plays will be entitled "A Noble Outcast" and "Why Smith Remained Single" The winter whist club met Wednes day evening with Mr and Mrs A. c Col lins.
 The "German Volunteer" a home talent play, s i'll be presented in the town hall at Sheffield next Tuesday The proseeds will be for the benefit ot the United Workmen.
 The annual banquet of the Bicycle Club will be held this north at Hote Miller.
 The King Bridge Company of Cleve land are to erect the iron railroad bridg, over the new subway this week.
 Mrs Edward Higgins fell on the side walk near her home Sunday and brok' her ankle.
 J. J. Wier has resigned his position with Culver & Rowe.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
Is RE

Is RE
 THE CITIZENS HALL COMPANY
 IN LIQUIDATION.
 Before Hon. Alberto T. Roraback,
 Judge of the Superior Court, in
 vacation.
 North Canaan. Litchfield County,
 Dec. 29, 1900.
 Upon the application of the above named Citizens Hall Company, joint stock corpor- of Connecticut, and located in the town or Canaan in Litchfield County, showing that it's stockholders have voted to dIscontinue it's business and distribute its capital stock among it's stockholders, and praying for an order limiting a time for the creditors ot said corporation to present their claims against it to It's Directors. Upon due consideration, it appearing to and being found by me that the allegations of said application are true, and that the stockholders of said Company have voted to discontinue it's business aud dis tribute its capital stock among its stock holders, 1t Is hereby
 ORDERED, that three months from the date hereof be and the same hereby are limited for the creditors of said Company to present their claims against 1t to it's Direct ors, viz: George W. Hall and William R. Hubbell, both Of said town of Canaan. notice of this order to be given by publishing n copy Of the same in the Connecticut Western News, a newspaper published in said town of North Caeaan, three times consecutively com mencing January 8, 1901 and all claims not presented in pursuance of this order shall be barred of a recovery, And said Directors are hereby ordered to mske return of this order to the Clerk of the Superior Court for Litchield County within one month after the expiration of the time above limited.
 Attest.
 ALsKnro T. RoRAnAcE, Judge of the Superior Court
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
eHEEF1EBD.

Last Saturday afternoon, January 18th. the spirit of Mrs Jane Mason Butcher, of this village, passed from earth. She had been ill only about one week with pneumonia. She was born in the house in which she died, July 4, 1916. and was the youngest daughter of family of seven children of Col. Mason. and had nearly all her life lived here, where she was we'll known and much loved. She was married to iu the home where she died, and where their golden wedding was celebrated. as also their 60,h anniversary. She had been a member of the Congregational church almost seventy years, as she united with that body at 14 years of age. A son, Charles Mason Butcher, of Brooklyn. N. r., and a daughter, Mrs T. 0 Wickwire, with whom she resided, survive her. Her husband died in 1894. She was very remark able woman and lived true Christian life. Truly it may be said of her: 'Shs hath done what she could" There were four special points in her char acter, and Rev. E. W. Pond based his remarks at the funeral on them. They were ''cheerfulness, faith, charity and | loving kindness. The funeral service, held from the late residence Monday afternoon, was conducted by Rev. E. W. Pond, assisted by Revs. l.. 0. H. Adams and J. S. Ellis and was largely attended. Among the friends who came to attend the funeral were Mir and Mrs Charles NJ. Butcher and three sons, Mrs Alfred Dutcher and daughter Miss Miriam, Mrs Harriet Cotter oi Ansonia, Conn, Manley II Wickwire of New Haven, Frederic Doten oi Chicopee, Mass.
 Mrs Tompkins, who has been stay ing at the home of her son, Dr. Tomp. kins, "Century hurst" since last sum. mer, returned to New York city this week for the remainder of the winter.
 Revival services will be held in the chapel of the Methodist church foul evenings: this week-Tuesdsy, Wed nesday, Thursday and Friday.
 There is class in our high school preparing to graduate this year.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
APPROPRIATENESS.

The strong man and the weak woman. The sturdy oak and the elinging vine. Women to-day do not expect to De carried around like children. They have serious work to do-hard work-and they must be fitted for it. The ideal medicine to build up weak women is Smiths Green Moun- tain Renoyator, because it is made in Vermont of pure, wholesome herbs, redo lent of the fragrant woods, the green hills and the braeing air. These herbs are SO combined as to assist Nature in restoring Strength.
 "I wish to say to you that after using four bot ties of your Renovator it has worked wonders for me. It has given me great strength and muscular vitality; increased my appetite and given rest full sleep. l have also suffered with bad blood for years, asd when commencing the Renovator had twenty boils my neck. They have now disap- peared, and cannot say enough in praise of this great tonic for the muscles, nerves and blood-it Is grand medicine.
 Jos. D. CowIs, Ludlow, Mass.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
CANAAN VALLEY.

On Tuesday evening of last week be- tween 30 and 40 friends and peigbbors met at the home cf c. W. Benton. The evening was spent in music and games. Refreshments were served and all report a pleasant time.
 Linus Sanford, who is the father of Mrs Lyman Couch, is quite feeble.
 Mrs Frank Emmons has been quite sick but is improving.
 Most of the farmers about here have their ice harvested.
 Mrs Wm Osnfield has returned home from her visit to Brooklyn.
 Dr Brown and Mrs Henry Fargo of Monterey visited at O. W. Benton's Sunday.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
R RUNTsVILLE.

Mrs G. H. Brown of Winsted was a guest at the home of Mir and Mrs N J. Dean for part of last week
 A brother of Frank Passini has ar rived from Switzerland, intendino to locate here permanently.
 Our people generally are very busy filling their ice houses. The ice is of a superior quality.
 Mrs Julia Yale and MT and Mrs Chss. Lucas of Goshen called on friends here last week.
 Mrs W. B. Snyder of Bridgeport is spending little time at the home of her sister, Mrs w. Morris
 Although unable to leave her room Mrs Samantha Judd is quite comfort able in spite of her advanced age, 92 years. Until the past few months she has read every copy of the NEWS from it's first issue. Now she takes great pleasure in listening to the reading of the paper, her mind being as clear and active as ever.
 The Misses Ensign of Lime Rock spent little time quite recently at the home of MT and Mrs N. J. Dean,
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
BRISTOL.

A splendid portrait of the late Anna Futile, long assistant librarian of the Bristol Public Library, and who is held in loving mbrance by all Bristol people, has been presented to the i- brary; also Mrs Ann B. North has given partial files of the Springfield Weekly Republican from 1864 to 1892 and com plete files from 1892 to 1901.
 Leonard Hart, an aged business man, passed away Wednesday night, Jan. 9. MT Hart had been sick little more than two weeks with pneumonia. The funeral was held Saturday at the Ad- vent church. Rev George Tyler officia- ted and the interment was in West cemetery.
 Montague Lardner has rendered his resignation as rural free delivery carrier, to take effect when his successor quail fies.
 Prof. Fairchild of Forestville has been supplying temporarily in the High school, taking the place of Miss Perry who has been sick since she re- turned from her vacation.
 The vesper service at the Ctngl church continues to be largely attended with increasing interest.
 A goodly delegation from Bristol were present at the inaugural ceremo- nies in Hartford.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
SALISBUR RY.

John Griggs of New York was in town Saturday and took a sleighride to Mt Riga.
 Mrs John D. Jones died early last Thursday morning at the age of 69 years, having been sick for some time. The funeral was held Sunday at her late residence.
 MT and Mrs A. M. Tibbets attended the funeral of his brother in North Brookfield, Mass. last week. John Goodwin served as substitute in the ab- sence of Mir Tibbets.
 Week of prayer was observed in the Congregational church last week; meet ings were held each night except Sat urday.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
NEW MARLBORO.

There was @ surprise party at John Adams New Years eve They were pres snted with a nice hall lamp.
 It is reported that Mrs Jerusha Wheeler has had Q shock She resides at Benjamin Wheeler's and is the widow of the late Elisha Wheeler.
 The Rev Mir Chittenden had a poor spell, some think shock, last Wednes- day, the 9th. He is confined to his bed and cannot move at all His mind and speech is not affected. They sent for his brother, Newton Chittentsn. and he is with him now.
 Two were received into the Congrega- tionsl church last Sunday.
 Ernest Lefingwell had few of his friends Wednesday evening. the 2nd, to help him celebrate his 21st birthday.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
THURSDAY, JANUARY r. 1901.

The question "Is Marriage Failure" has long been discussed and variou opinions recorded. The pulpit natural ly takes the negative side, b cause 1t takes the fees. The press naturally takes tho affirmative side when a lady and gentleman, both subscribers to a newspaper, get married and one part, discontinues the subscription because two copies of a newspaper are not need ed in small family.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
nIsTRIcT OF CANAAN, ss. Probate Court,
 D January 14 A. D. 1901.

Estate of Elizabeth Dean, late of North Ca- naan in said District. deceased.
 Upon the application of John o. Richmond of North Canaan praying that letters of ad- ministration mas be granted on said estate, as per application on file more fully appears. it is
 ORDERED, that said application be heard and determined at the Probate Office in North Canaan in said District on the 29d day ot January, A. D. 1901, at two o'clock in the afternoon and that notice be given to all per- sons interested in said estate of the pen- dency of said application and the time and place of hearing thereon, by publishing a copy Of this order once in some newspaper having circulation in said District, and by posting a copy thereof on tho public sign post in the town of North Canaan at least live days before the day of said hearing, to appear. if they see cause, at said time and place and be heard relative thereto. and make return to this court.
 Attest: DAVID o. WHITTLEsKY, Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
RAAT CANAAN.

MT Weed of Springfield has been in town for two weeks working in the in- terest of the Springfield Correspondence School or business college.
 Aid Society meet this week with Mrs Il. Utterwick.
 Next Tuesday night will be Brothers night" t the Grange and a good time is expected. Last year the gentlemen gave fine program as well as a fine supper.
 No need to send to the city for grip or sore throats. Plenty of both right in our own town and ss good kind as any other place can furnish.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
A DEEP MYSTERY.

It is mystery why women endure backache, headache, nervousness, sleeplessness. m melancholy, faisting and dizzy spells when thousands have proved that Electric Bitters will quickly cure such trou ubles. s.I suffered for years with kidney trouble" writes Mrs Phebe Cherley. of Peterson, Ia, "and lame back pained me so could not dress n.y. self. but Electric Bitters wholly cured me. and, although 73 years old, I now am able to do all my homework" It overcomes constipation, improves ap- petite, gives perfect health. Only soc at W. H. Camps drug store, Canaan: c. T.. Frink's drug store, Fails Village.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
A Blessing.

Dr. Conan Doyle tells this story of Boer and an English soldier who lay wounded side by side on the field of battle: ''They had personal encoun- ter, in which the soldier received bull let wound and the burgher a bayonet thrust before they both fell exhausted on the field. The Britisher gave the Boer drink out of his flask, and the burgher, not to be outdone in courtesy, handed piece of biltong in exchange. In the evening, when their respective ambulances came to carry them of to the hospital, they exchanged friendly greetings. 'Goodby. mate,' said the soldier. What a blessing 1t Is we met each otherp"
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
BLOWN TO ATOMS.

The old idea that the body some- times needs powerful, drastic, purga- tive pill has been exploded; for Dr Kings New Life Pills, which are per fectly harmless, gently stimulate liver and bowels to expel poisonous matter, cleanse the system and absolutely cure constipation and sick headache. Only 25c at W. H. Camps drug store, Ca nsan; G E. Frink's drug store, Falls Village.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
nISTRICT OF CANAAN, ss. Probate Court, D January l4, A. D., 1901.

Estate of Julius E. Dean late of North Ca- naan in said District, deceased.
 Upon the application of John O. Richmond of said North Canaan. praying that letters of administration may be granted on said es- tate, as Der application on ile more fully ap- perrs, it is
 oRDERED-that said application be heard and determined at the Probate Ofice In North Canaan in said District, on the 23d day of January, A. D., 1901, at two o'clock in the afternoon; and that notice be given to all persons interested in said estate of the pendency of said application and time and place of hearing thereon. by publishing a copy Ot this order once in some newspaper having circulation in said District, and by posting a copy thereof, on the public sign post in the town of North Canaan at least i've days before the day of said hearing, to appear If they see cause, at said time and place and to this court.
 Attest: DAVID 0. WHrrrLrsEr, Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
Subscription Account.

The date on the colored slip of paper with
 he name of the subscriber shows the time to which the subscription is paid: thus, R. B.. Smith 5jul0l indicates that Mir Smith has paid for his paper 90 July 5 1901. It is hoped that as indicated by the date or their papers, Is always correct, and when they pay for re- newal of their subscription will observe whether their date is changed t1' indicate the proper credit, and in the event O. an error to Inform us for correction at once. No claims
 or errors in these accounts will hereattcr be considered unless presented within thirty days after the payment is claimed tc nave been made, as the receipt of the paper with the date to which the supscriptIon Is pai:l plainly printed thereon is prina facie cv1- dence of it's acceptance IS correct.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
CLAY YTON.

The school is closed for a week or longer as 8 precautionary measure to prevent the spread of scarlet fever.
 Walter Sardsm's little daughter. who has been sick with scarlet fever, is i'm proving and Is able to sit up and walk around her room. The quarantine is practically removed and Mir Sardam i, allowed to go about his work.
 Henry R. Bunnell has been on the sick list for about two weeks with a heavy cold and bronchitis.
 Two of Michael Deegan's children are on the sick list.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
DISTRICT OF CANAAN, ss. Probate Court

nIsTRICT OF CANAAN, ss. Probate Court, D January 16 1901.
 Estate of Jury B. Messenger late of North Canaan in sai District, deceased.
 Upon the application of Julia A Messenger of North Canaan. praying that letters of ad- ministratinn msy be granted on said estate as per application on file more fully appears, it
 ORDERED, that said application be heard and determined at the Probate once In North Canaan la said District, on the 2Sd day Of January, A. D.. 1901. at 2 o'clock In the afternoon and that notice be given to all persons interested In said estate of the pendency of said application and the time and place of hearing thereon, by publishing copy of this order once in some newspaper having circulation in said district, and by posting a copy thereof on the public sign-post in the town of North Canaan at le lst five days before the day of said hearing, to appear, If they see cause, at said time and place and be heard relative thereto and make return to this court.
 Attest: DAVID O. WHrTTLEsKr Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
CHAPINVILLE.

Edward McLain has filled four ice houses for city people who spend the summer here, with ice to 10 inc es thick.
 Out side work was suspended on the new power house last week. The cleo tricians have been placing the batteries On the inside.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
DIsTRIoT OF SALISBURY, ss. Probate

SNutt, Sanuaa A1t h. b., AoVl
 Estate of William E. Rudd, late of Salisbury in said District deceased.
 Upon the application of Alexander Fl. Rudd praying that en instrument in writing purrorting to be ihe last will and testament of said William B. Rudd, deceased, may be proved, approved, allowed and admitted to probate as per application on file more fully appears, 1t Is
 ORDERED-That said application be heard Salisbury in said Distr ct. on the 22d day of January, A. D. 1901 at four o'clock in the after noon, and that notice be given of the pendency of said application aud time and place of hearing thereon, by publishing the same once in some newspaper having a cir culation in said District.
 Attest DONALD T. WARNER, Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
Diplomacy Wins.

"Yes, that cheeky young Wintergreen made friend of the naughty Mrs. De Young the very first time he met herr "How did he do itY'
 "He asked her if her hair wasn't prematurely gray."-Cleveland Plain Dealer
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
THOUSANDS SENT INTO EXILE

Every year large number of poor sufferers whose lungs are sore and racked with coughs are urged to go to another climate. But this is costly and not always sure. Don't be an exile when Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption will cure you at home. It's the most infallible medicine for coughs, colds, and all throat and lung diseases on earth. The first dose brings relief. Astounding cures result from persistent use. Trial bottles free at W. H. Camps drug store. Canaan; G. B. Frink's drug store, FallsVillsge. Price 50c and $1.00. Every bottle guaranteed.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
Odors and Deafness.

"Here," said the observant boarder, who had a newspaper in his hand, ''is a writer who asserts that odors can cause deafness"
 "Wen," added the cross eyed board CT, musk Is pretty ioud."-Pittsburg Chronicle-Telegraph.
Connecticut western news., 1901-01-17
CORNWALL BRIDGE.

The Lime Rock Minstrels gave very pleasing entertainment at the A. O. U. w. Hall last Tn ursday evening. The weather being unpropitious the attend ance was not large, but those who at- tended are loud in their praises of the Lime Rock boys. The management has been requested to repeat the enter ta.nment here at some future date.