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Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
New York Markets.

FLOUR-Firmly held at old prices; Min- nesota patents, $4@4.20; winter straights S3 4503.55 winter extras, $2. 8o03 15; winter patents, s. .60@3.90
 WHEAT-Opened firm and higher on ca bles and small worlds shipm rents, but later eased off under realizing; May, S11a0 S1azc.; July, 78%079c.
 RYE-Steady; state, 55@5ec.. c. l. f., New York; No. 2 western, 59c., f. O. b., af1oat.
 CORN-Steadier also on the cables with wheat and on wet weather all thTough the
 OATS-Fairly active and steady; track, white state. S71z@43c.; track. white, west . PoRK@ @steadier: mess, s180ls.5o; fami- ly, s18s
 BUTTER-Steady state dairy, 2002Sc. ;: extra creamery, BOG.
 CHEESE strong;- state, full cream, fam cy. small, colored, September. 13h@13%c.; late made, 130131zc.; small white Sep tember. 131a@134c.; late. made. 15013Nc.; large colored September 13Zc.; late made 1SD13Nc. large, white, September, 13Nc: late made, 13Q13Hc.
 EGGS-Steady; state and Pennsylvania, average best 2sc.; western, fancy graded.
 sUGAR1Raw firm; fair rshnains, ga 7.lsc,; steady; crushed. 5.z5c.; powdered. 4-95o.
 TURPENTINE-Guiet; 641kW55c. asked.
 RICE-Quiet; domestic, 4M46bc. 1; Japan,l f#05Hc.. uominal
 TALLoW-Du city, 57sc.; country. 60 HA1zoulst; shipping, s5a70c'; good to '~--r'--r r~f <~><' v f~f
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
CURFEW LAW.
To Stop Small Boys Going to Undedra-
 bIe Places.

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 New Britain, Dec 16.-Rev John T. Winters, pastor of St Mary's Roman Catholic church, has come out in most vigorous opposition to immoral shows such as was given at the old opera house last week. He has announced to the members of his congregation that if it is necessary he will, some night, stand at the entrance to the opera house and see who patronizes shows of like character. He says that every time he should see Roman Catholic who attended such shows he would make that person blush for shame. This announcenent was made in sermon delivered at the armory on East Main street Sunday morning. Rev Father Winters said that persons who attended performances like that 'of last week were degenerates and un- lit to associate with women and chill dren. This firm stand taken by Rev Father Winters and the activity of the pastors of the Protestant churches of f"H city will do much toward stopping q petition of last weeks performance. The ministers are all alive to the ne- cessity of doing something toward stopping small boys from going to the opera house as well as other places where they do not belong and there is a feeling that the curfew law ought to be strictly inforced. Tn addition to keeping boys under age out of the opera house performances. which are always given flor men only" there is a feel ing that the lads should be prevented from going to so-called boxing exhibi- tions. In accordance with public de- mand the managers of the exhibitions have refused to sell tickets to boys, but in some way they get in. Some get in like the boys that carry water for the elephants at a cirrns by doing errands before the exhibition takes place; others sneak in and manage to watch all the matches There is feeling that regular spanking room should be established for the benefit of these boys and that before an exhibition starts they should all be rounded up, thoroughly spanked and then sent home. If this were done once or twice it might stop the habit
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
Greatest of All crazes.

No sport ever became mania of the proportions of cycling. Six years ago wheeImen were guild with political power. In some cases they dictated Legislation. They were responsible for road improvement. They started in the face of opposition and fought their. way against prejudices. They became Go strong numerically that politicians began to play to them for their sup port. They forced recognition to their rights in the roads. Their races became events of the year. Their clubhouses were costly, their organizations highly perfected, and the optimistic could see no end to the career Of the bicycle. But with a suddenness as sensational as the growth of the fad, the bottom dropped out of it.-Chicago Tribune.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
Poor Suffering Tn Austria.

< VIENNA, Dec. 16-The unprecedent- ed severity of the weather throughout Austria has caused acute suffering among the poor and the unemployed, who are more numerous this year than for many years past. Tn the iron trade alone there are 100000 men without employment. Many factories are closed or are running on half time. The au- thorities fear an epidemic of typhus and farreaching famine. The emigra- ton agents are thriving. The best work men of Austria are leaving for the greatly deplore, because 1t assists the United States to compete with Europe.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
TYPEWRITER MISSING.
Detectives in Search of a Certain Of
 fee Boy.

There IS considerable of a mystery surrounding case of theft which was reported at the police station this morning and on which the detective force is now working. Two weeks ago MT Coyle who is agent for the
 Wagner Typewriter company and has an office in the Apothecarids Hall building, left one of his machines on trial at the office of Charles B. New berry, proprietor of the Merchants' Reporting and Collecting agency. This morning MT Coyle was personal ly notified by Mrs Emma w. Rymiil of 397 East Main street, boOkkeepcr for the collecting agency sthat the typewriter, suit of clothes, a pair of trousers and other things belonging to MT NewberEy were missing and so was Joseph Dolan young man about 19 years of age, who was office boy for the collecting agency and slept i'll tbe office at night. MT Coyle at once reported the case to the police who are now working upon it trying to find the office boy. MT Newberry isn't in town to-day, having taken an early train for Hartford
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
CITY NEWS.

There was considerable excitement on South Main street this afternoon, caused by the burning out of switch on a car.
 The Kellogg lecture-recital, "An Evening in Birdland," will be given in Leavenworth hall on Thursday even- ing.
 The first battalion drill of the sea- on Thursday night. Major Tillson of New Haven will be in command.
 A car jumped the track on North Willow street about o'clock this af- ternoon, opposite the residence of Dr Cooley. There was some delay, but no damage.
 The flag at the High school building was floating at half-mast to-day as q token of respect to Miss Florence Brin- dle, who was one of the brightest and most popular pupils in the junior class, who died at her home on Locust street Saturday night. The funeral took place this afternoon.
 The position of janitor at the Driggs school is still open, Frank J. Phelan, who was appointed at the last meet ing of the board of education, having signified his intention of not accept ing, though at first he did say he would take it. At that time the situ- ation in the factory where he is em- ployed, Matthews & Willard's, was not as bright for him as it has since be- come, and that is the reason for his change of mind.
 Among the matters that will be dis cussed at tomorrow evenings meet ing of the board of education is the proposition of holding school on New Years day. It is the intention of Su- perintendent Tinker to give very short holiday vacation this winter and to begin the new year with session of school. Several members of tho board of education do not favor this I innovation and they intend to bring l the matter before the board to-mor- !row evening.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
TeIegraph Lines Tied Up.

NEW YORK, Dec. 16.A storm of sleet which started two weeks ago in the vicinity of Minneapolis and travel ed in a southeasterly direction without any marked diminution of force until it reached Buffalo i'll the lake region and Pittsburg and Harrisburg in Penn sy1vania made not little trouble for telegraph companies last night. Sever al of the more important lines connect ing points west of Buffalo with the east were almost entirely tied up on account of the storm, and other lines which might be ..hitched up'' to make a connection via Pittsburg were in a similar condition.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
ITALIAN NOTE NOT AN ULT TIMATUM

the signal men of the fortress of La Guaira. It is as follows:
 Tuesday, December 9, 1:30 night.
 '.rhe adjutant called mo to see # knew that the steamer Retribution of the English navy was towing the steamers Crespo and Totumo of the national navy three or fo!lr miles north. I had heard four cannon shots and said the two steamers had dis appeared and understood that they had been sunk by the Yineta and Ret ribution. At the end of an hour the retribution returned to the harbor alone.
 (Signed)
 Signal Commander of the Fort
 ress.''
 The fact that the Retribution re. turned to La Guaira alone two hCtlss after leaving with the captured yes selh was confirmed by English resi- dents of La Guaira. Consequently she did not have time to conduct the Venezuelan ships to Curacoa or Trim idad
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
s4overnment Food rests.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 16.-AbOut dozen young men have begun boarding aa a diet furnished by the agricultural department and designed to test the effect of food adulterations. Borax and othe- conservatives are to included in the meats which are to be furnished the young men for long period under the direction of Chemist Wiley of the department. He believes that the re- suits will show the harmlessness of conservatives whose presence in ex- ports of the United States has led to exclusion of such food products in a number of instances.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
pr. Lorenz Tn New york.

NEW YORK, Dec. 16.-Out of twen- ty-five cases of congenital hip disease which had been chosen from more than 200 at the New York Hospital For the Ruptured and Crippled at Forty second street and Lexington avenue Dr. Adolf Lorenz during yesterday chose four for his bloedless operation. Most of the little patients presented to his atten- tion were girls. He picked the four most difficult subjects, and POO sur- geoEs interested in orthopedic work were present at the clinic held during the afternoon in the operating room of the hospital.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
SLAUGHTER OF CATTLE
Foot and Mouth Disease the
 Cause of it.

Whole Herds of Hogs and Cattle Had
 ito Be Killed-The Carcasses of the
 Dead Animals Are Burned After
 They Are Killed.
 Chester, Vt, Dec 16.-The slaughter of cattle having foot and mouth dis ease continues in this section. A herd of 29 head belonging to Frank F. Wells and several hogs, and 27 cattle and 37 hogs belonging to Frank w. Adams have been slaughtered during the past three days. To-day the herd belong ing to Percy Wells, % in number, was killed. The carcasses are burned ill each case. v
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
.NEW YORK HOUSE RA|DED
Six Young Women Found in
 the Place.

The Police Got a Line On the house
 After Boy Saw Woman Leave
 An Infant in Hallway--One of
 The Women Claims to Live on
 Fremont Avenue, Harte ,rd4
 New York, Dec 16.-The police to- day arrested Gustave Kersten, his wife and his sister, Margaret Kersten, and removed to Bellevue six young wo- men found in house occupied by the Kerstens. Physicians reported that three of the women had become mothers and the other three were .suf- fering from threatened abortion. The kersten women are held pending an Investigation and KersLen is charged with aiding and abetting in criminal abortion. The discovery was made through the Kersten women leaving an infant in a hallway, q boy seeing them and notifying the police. Three O. the witnesses gave New Yotk ad- dresses and the others described themselves as Ella Bradley, 50 years old. milliner. Fremont avenCe, Hart ford, Conn; Christina Pinkel, 20 years old Newark, N. J., and Ada Carson, waitress, IS, Philadelphia.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
.A New Harvester Combine.

CHICAGO, Dec, 16.-G. w. Perkins of the financial house of J. F. Morgan & Go. is said to have completed the de- tails of the new harvester company. MT. Perkins arrived in Chicago Satur- day night and went to the Chicago club, but his presence was kept secret. MT. Perkins declined to talk when ask ed about his Chicago trip, but it was stated that the completion of the har- vester combine was what required his presence here.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
VANDERBILT VERY SICK.

:. New York, Dec 16.-Dr Austin Flint made an early morning call at the home of Cornelius Vanderbilt to-day, and later said that MT Vanderbilt was a very sick man; that there had been no change in his condition from that of yesterday, and that the crisis would not be over for two or three days
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
DIED IN THE HOSPITAL.

William Kershaw Never Regained
 Consciousness After His Fall.
 Bridgeport, Dec 16.-At 1O:55 o'clock yesterday forenoon the ambulance was called to Seaview avenue. where Will iiam Kershaw WIS found to have fal- len sEpon the sidewalk. He was un- conscious when Il e ambulance redcbe.! tlclc. He had a wound upon t:s L,.d, apparent :; n.Ade by the fail. The iI :bulbDce toel Iimr to the hospigil, sE here he liu@ 're.. II h. 12:3O this lnorll- ing still uncon:-.ous and died. Hs was married ara f' :@.. eIsE ter. He was 47 years of age.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
COMING MOCK TRIAL.
High School Pupils Will Give Unique
 Entertainment.

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 The Theta chapter of the Theta Sigma, a society consisting of students of the Waterbury High school, have made all arrangements for the mock trial which will be held in Music hall in the Citizens Bank building on New Years night. The conspiraJcrs against Lincoln will be tried The fol- lowing parts have been assigned: Judge, Benjamin Fairbrotller; lawyers for the state. J3nles I hurley, Edward McDonald; lawyers for tbe defense. John Gatfne-. Clyde Miller; citlk of tine court. Michael Hayes; :he fs, George McDon:i;ti. ccT spirators, " hold. Edward O'Brien, O'Laughlin, Frank Fitzpatrick; Booth, John Hay den; Mrs Surratt, Miss A. Judd. There will be a number of witnesses on both sides, the most important witness for the state being Louis Jackson, who will be Secretary Stanton for that night.
 Joseph Guilfoile will be the principal witness for the defense. The young men are efeceiving instruction in the different parts from prominent attor- ney. It will be a unique form of en- tertainment and will no doubt attract packed house, as the story of the conspiracy against President Lincoln, which is being printed in a number of papers throughout the country, is attracting much attention. Before the trial an entertainment will be giv- en. The program is as follows: Pi- ano selection, Miss Katherine c. Der gen; vocal solo, Miss Elizabeth Law Tor; violin selections, Miss Emma Clay ton; recitation. Miss WinifrSi Ward; recitation. Miss Mamie Hurley. Ad- mission will be only 9 cents.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
APPROPRIATIONS UNDER WAY.

E New York, Dec 16.-According to the London correspondent of the Tribune negotiations are still in pro- gress by an English syndicate for ac- quisition from the Ontario govern ment of concession for large tract of land on terms similar to those of fered an American syndicate for a tract of 100000 acres. It is assert ed that the English syndicate has ann pie financial resources and is display ing zeal and interest in working out an immigration scheme of exceptional magnitude.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
r,,ri.tma. Gifts For Foreigners.

BOSTON, Dec 16.-Boston's Christ mas gift to Europe this year in money alone amounts to about $1,00O,000. Great Britain, particularly Ireland, gets more of this than any other country. Germany comes next on the lists in the money order division of the. Boston postoffice; then Sweden and Italy. Such general contribution was never known before. It surpasses all records in number of gifts and size.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
A Premature Obituary.

CORRESPONDS. N. Y, Dec. 16.-A report was circulated about the village of Edmeston that Solomon Harrington, one of the best known citizens, was dead. His obituary appeared in print on Sunday. When friends called to con dole with the bereaved family, they were met at the door by MT. Earring ton. When he appeared in church later, some persons in the congregation were I1nnervod
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
TENT MAKERS BURNED OUT.

Chicago Dec 16.-Fire early to-day destroyed the six-story building at 329- 333 Canal street occupied by Murray x Co, makers of tents and awnings. The warehouse of the Alfred oeats Go, which adjoins the Murray building, caught fire also. It is estimated that the loss to Murray & Co will aggregate $50000 and that to the Peats Go about $10,000. The total loss probably will reach $75,0O0.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
Murdered Employers Wife.

KALAMAZOO, Mich, Dec. 16.-Mrs. Robert Garrison, 9 middle aged wom- an, wife of a farmer near Bedford, Barry county, has been murdered. The murderer is alleged to be farm hand employed by the Garrisons in the sum- mer. He is a German. He shot and killed the woman for the supposed pur- pose of Sobbery. Mir. Garrison was in Battle Creek at the time. Officers are pursuing the murderer toward Battle Creek
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
JUDGE MARTIN DEAD.

Columbia, Mo, Dec 16.-Judge Alex ander Martin, dean of the law depart- ment of the Missouri university. died last night of paralysis of the heart. He was a graduate of the University of Michigan and Harvard college and had wide reputation as an authority on law, having written many law books
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
Iavn FfIIs up River Bed.

PARIS, Dec. 16.-The French scien- tific mission to the island of Marti- nique has reported to M. Doumergue, minister of colonies, that since the crumbling of the cone of Mont Pelee the Blanche river has been completely obliterated by lava and that ashes are spreading over the valley. of the river to distance of three miles. Very high temperatures have been recorded on the island lately.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
MAN RAN AMUCK.

Lapare, Mich, Dec 16.--John Best, an unmarried man 28 years of age and 9 man of disordered mind, ran amuck last night in his home. He cut Jas- per Clegg's head nearly of with ra- zor, dangerously wounded his own mother, wounded his sister and then shot himself to death.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
EXCITEMENT AT HAITI.

Port au Prince. Hayti, Dec 16.-Gen- eral Saint Folk Colin. minister of the interior and an opponent of General Nord in the contest for the presidency, has sought refuge in the United States legation. There has been much firing in the city and state of great excitement prevails.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
End of Strike Near.

PARIS, Dec. 16.-An end to the strikes at Marseilles seems to be in sight. While the sailors organization is still holding out, a committee represent ing the other trades unions has de- cided that the members of the unions may resume work. Even many sailoys are already seeking re-engagements on their old vessels. Three hundred dock laborers are at work on the quays.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
HIGHER THAN THE AVERAGE.

New Haven, Dec 16. There were l. O83 deaths in Connecticut during the month of November, according to mor- tality reports received by the state board of health. This was thirty two more than the average for the last five years. The deaths from infectious dis eases, including diarrhoeal, were 220, being 20.S per cent of the total mortal ity.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
CAPTAIN BACON DEAF.

Middletown, Dec 16. - Captain Charles Bacon, S6 years of age, died at his home in South Farms to-day of a complication of diseases He was for many years master ,0s a vessel ply ing between Middletown and the West Indies. He leaves two sons and one daughter.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
BALFoUR PRESIDED TO-DAY.

London, Dec 16.-Premier Balfour presided at cabinet meeting held at the foreign office at noon to-day. The Venezuelan crisis and the kings speech at the proroguing of parliament were the principal matters considered
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
JERoME'S SECRET SESSION.
He Is Trying to Get at Richard A
 Garfield ::e e.e-a

New York, Dec 16.-The secret in quiry instituted by District Attorney Jerome at the court of special sessions and aimed at Richard A. Canfleld, began at 1O:30 this morning. E. A. Hauseman, a broker, testified that he was never in Canfield's place and he was then excused.
 District Attorney Jerome announced later that a warrant had been issued for the arrest of Jesse Lewisohn and he was arrested. It is supposed that the man, who is a member of a private banking firm. either refused to appear or if he did appear that he refused to answer any questions put fO him. .-- -~
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
MAN BURNED TO DEATH.
Building Containing Stores and Flats Was Badly Damaged.

Amsterdam, N. Y, Dec 16.- Robert F. Owens block, composed of stores and flats, was badly damaged by fire to-day. Peter Fury, aged SO years, was burned to death Robert F. Ow- ems and W. H. Robbins were painfully burned. Total loss from fire and wa ter $10,00O, covered by insurance.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
Governor Opened the FafA

NEWBURG, IN. r., Dec. 1e.-9overn- or Odell opened the fair of the New burg Firemen's association here last night and made an address Later in the evening he attended reception given in his honor by the Newburg City club.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
RTnndfn Found Guiftv.

BOSTON, Dec 16.--The jury found Blondin guilty of murder in the second degree, which means life imprison-, ment. Sentence has not been imposed.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
D==ages For Another Tunnel vfct

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 UTICA, N. Y., Dec. 16.-A verdict for $7,O00 damages was rendered by a jury in the United States court in the suit brought by William B. Brooks of Erie, Pa, against the New York Gen. tral and Hudson River Railroad com pany for injuries sustained by the plaintiff in the Park avenue tunnel ac- cident in New York city in January, 1901.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
nfilea czofnr 4o Pekfuw.

PEKING. Dec. 16 Lieutenant Gen. eral Miles has telegraphed from Yoko- hama that he will arrive here Dec 20 and inspect the legation guard.
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16
FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL.
Closing stock Quotations.

Money on call strong at Ss4@10 per cent Prime mercantile paper, per cent Ster- ling exchange fiat, with actual business in bankers bills at s4.S6s75@4 87125 for demand and at $4 S325G4. .S350 for 60 day bills. Post ed rates, S4.84k and $4S8. Commercial bills, s4.S2A14 83%. Bar silver, 4Sc. Mexi- can dollars, 37ssc. Government bonds steady Railroad bonds weak
Waterbury Democrat., 1902-12-16

Scranton, Dec 16.-The miners sprung another surprise on the oper- ators to-day by calling another indi- yidual operator to testify against the operators. The man was John G. Paddock, president of the Plymouth Coal company. He was questioned by MT DarroW for the miners. He said that the company went into the hands of a receiver on March 14 but on No yember II the trustees took hold of the property. He explained .bat tie miners tons which were from 2,TOO to 3,2OO pounds were fixed years ago so that the employers could get out of the ton 2,240 pounds of pure coal above the size of pea. All sizes be- low that are waste. Regarding the prices of coal he said that the middle men i'll New York are paying $11 and SIP ton.
 Judge Gray asked him if they paid the operators that price and the ans Wer was possibly