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Evening journal., 1902-12-22
SANTA CLAUS NOTIFIED
Hundreds Of the Letters Sent to the
Good Old Fellow

The Evening Journal has received so
many Santa Claus letters that 1t is i'm
possible, owing to lack Of space, 70
print them all. However, in order THAI
the little ones may not be disappointed
the Evening Journal will forward the
letters to Santa Claus and he Will know
their wants just as well as if their let
ters had been published.
Evening journal., 1902-12-22
10 consolidate Bands

J. Norris Robinson. who for several
years has been director of the Philhar-
monte Band for a number d years,
has been appointed chief musician Of
the First Infantry Band. The Phil
harmonic and the present regimental
bands will be consolidated. Mr.. Rob
inson takes charge of the work tonight
Evening journal., 1902-12-22
Two Real Estate Transfers

Two real estate t'ansfers were re-
corded this morning by City Registrar
Charles II. Ten Wee -es. They were
Martha s. and Lewis n. Buck to Colin
G. Bell, dwelling No. 1914 King street
in consideration Of s9,10O, and Harry
l!u fand wife to Almertus B. Stayton.
lot at Ninth and Poplar streets for
sy5U
Evening journal., 1902-12-22

am worth today to myselfl How
much am / worth to my Family? How
much am / worth to the community,
to the state. to our naion?"
DR.. l. w. Munhall will be the speak
er at the gospel services to be held in
the Grand Opera House next Sunday
afternoon
Evening journal., 1902-12-22

HE ANSWERED THE QUESTION
Why they could sell Children's Christ
mas Goods cheaper than others be-
cause they were bought out Of season.
McMahon Bros, 5O2 King st.
Evening journal., 1902-12-22
Work on Big Engine DELAYED

The big Pennsylvania railroad engine
No. 147, which had is crown head
smashed in at a wreck in Laurel. is
still lying at the shops in this city.
Nothing can be done until new head
is cast at the works in Altoona.
Evening journal., 1902-12-22

This evening the ladies of the Hook.
essin Auxiliary of the Delaware Hos
pital, will give candy bazaar in the
telephone exchange.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION.
THURSDAY. APRIL 8. 1902.
Electric Lights ys. Fame.


 Canaan, up in Litchfield County, has voted to "introduce electric lights. " But electric lights need no introduction. They're as we'll known as Canaan her self-And surely Canaan is not unknown to fame-New Haven Saturday Chron- icle.
 When Canaan's electric lights are in- stalled. Editor Rodemeyer will be beg ging an introduction to them because he has never seen them-neither has anyone else evereseen them-and for that matter searchlight is often needed to find the present street lights. Speak ing of "introduction" brings to mind m incident of the early days of Canaan's local telephone. During a damp, foggy day the line or instruments did not work satisfactory. One of the operators at the central office was asked to explain the difficulty. The reply was, cit is owing to the introduction. |" The questioner suppressed a smile. but did not dare venture to suggest that perhaps the difficulty was owing to the induction instead of the introduc- tion.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
SAILS BU RY

The schools closed on Thursday for weeks vacation.
 Last Saturday evening Mrs Hollister died at her daughters, Mrs J. M. Sel- leck's with whom she had lived for sev- eral years. Mrs Hollister's age was more than 91 years. She was very capable woman, a great reader except within few months; never has used glasses. She had been a member of the Congregational Church for seventy five years. She leaves one daughter, Mrs Selleck, two sons and many friends. The funeral was held at her late home on Tuesday afternoon. Rev J. O. God dard officiated.
 The services in both churches were we'll attended on Easter Sunday. In | St. Johns there was an early service at six o'clock; the singing was unusually good.
 Rev J. H. George is spending the greater part of the week in Washington, D. 0.
 Mrs Robert Hall of New Haven is visiting with friends this week.
 The young people had g very pleas ant informal dance in the library on Monday evening.
 Among those from out of town for Easter were Miss Carrie George of New Milford, Fred Sanford of Danbury and David George at the rectory. Miss Mary Bower of New York at her home, George Everts at his home from Yale, W. W. Greenwood and family of Brooklyn and W, W. Washburne and family at the Maple Shade; while those who spent Easter abroad were: W. P. Russell in New York, Mrs G. H. Clark in Hartford. Mrs George Melvin in Riverten, Miss Anna Bennett in Water bury, Miss Erma Pratt at her home in New Haven.
 Mir and Mrs James R. Harrison, who have been boarding with Mrs Laudon through the winter, have now reopened their house this week. Several of Mrs M. E. Jewell's friends in this village and Lakeville called on her last Saturday, giving her a genuine surprise in the form of 8 reception, it being her eightieth birthday. Mrs Jewell is quite we'll and thoroughly en- joyed the afternoon.
 Cornelius Flood, who has been quite feeble of late, died on Monday at his sons, with whom he had lived of late, The funeral was held Wednesday.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
LIM E ROCK

R, N. Barnum and family are spend ing the week in New York.
 Edward Amundson, Jr., has returned to his studies in Eastman business col lege at Poughkeepsie.
 The B. R. Go. are to build three new dwelling houses in the vicinity of the furnace.
 N. A. McNeil of New York was in town for few days last week.
 The Easter service at Trinity church was held under very favorable circum- stances. The unusually fine weather and attractive program combined to draw a large congregation.
 The young ladies of the Trinity Church held cake sale at the Casino last Saturday, and as usual it was a suc- cess.
 The members of last years minstrel troupe will give a new and up-to-date performance on the 25th of April, pre- vious to opening of the base ball season.
 A new and assorted lot of fish stories are now being sampled every evening in the lounging department of the store.
 Two approaching weddings of we'll known parties here form the theme of general conversation.
 Arthur Sullivan will shortly resume his old position as caretaker of the cemetery.
 David Ross is now employed in a local bank.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
SOuTHFIELp

Word was received here Saturday morning of the death of Arthur Gaylord in Brooklyn, N. Y, where be had been for the past five weeks for treatment under specialists. The blow was doubly hard as he had written his fam fly only few days before that he would he with them this week. He leaves . wife md daughter, also father (Grove Gsylord) and mother, two sisters and one brother besides a host of loving friends to mourn his loss. The body was brought to his home on Monday. Funeral services Tuesday at l p. m. at tue house.
 Walter Palmer was home over Easter; returned on Monday to Amherst.
 Miss Elizabeth Turner returned to Southwick, Miss Fannie Grant to North Adams and Miss Bertha Lockwood to Great Harrington on Monday.
 Miss Agusta Cook is spending her vacation at her home here.
 Miss Elsie Weeman of Bristol is visiting her mother for a week.
 Bert Pixley and family left Monday for Chatham, N. r.
 Rev Mrs Hsdley and son leave here some day this week.
 Russell Baldwin of Waterbury spent Sunday at Mrs Exene Kasson's.
 Special Easter music at the Congre- gational church Sunday evening.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
CLAYTON.

Samuel Taylor is moving to his farm in Canaan Valley this week. We un- derstsnd Graham Johnson is to be his hired man and work the farm.
 Wallace Bentley moved to his new home last week.
 Harry Robinson is again at work after many months illness.
 Miss Grace Bradford has returned and opened school Monday, after a pleasant and profitable vacation of three weeks, eight and one half days of which were spent visitipgNorth Adams Normal school and therefore ought to be profit able.
 Mir and Mrs Walter Sardam attended the funeral of Mrs Sardam's father, Emerson Wellmsn, on Friday. Rev E. O. Gillette of Southfeld officiated. The burial was in Norfolk. Mrs Wellman is now with Mrs Sardam fer few days She has not walked without crutohes for years. Mir Wellmsn was 72 years of age.
 Wm. Garfield and Charles Beaujon have finally compromised, and Charles says he has deed of the Tobey farm and will soon take posesaion.
 Mrs H. R. Bunnell is on the sick list.
 Quite congregation met at the Chapel Sunday afternoon. The minis ter failed to come. The service was composed of responsive readings. and Easter music from the choir.
 Miss Ida Mcintyre is still housed with rheumatism.
 Acel Rood spent Sunday in Torring- ton with his family.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
FALLS VILLAGE

Ed. Kilmer of New Haven was home for Good Friday.
 Chan. Morris and wife of Torrington came home Thursday to spend Easter.
 Norman O. Sprague, who has been issuing checks on the bank here and also obtained money from George Stud ley of Cornwall Bridge under false pre- tenses, was captured in Tariffville last Thursday by Sheriff Reed and brought here, Friday, for hearing. Bonds of $500 were given by his wife and brother-in-law for his appearance April 18th, and promise to make restitution. Chas. Kellogg of Waterbury. Lester Graham from New Paltz Normal, and Paul E. Mead of Yale law school were at their respective homes for the Easter holidays.
 Rev H. B. Mead of Scotland. spent from Wednesday until Saturday with his family here.
 Mark Dean has moved into the rooms in Olin's block vacated by Mrs Collins. H Finkle will move into the Anthony Boyle house this week.
 Mrs Flemming, mother of Robert Flemming. died Friday after a long illness, at the advanced age of 78. The funeral was held Monday at St. Patrick's 8 church.
 Jos Wickwire goes this week to Rox- bury, where he has taken farm and will raise Sumatra tobacco under cloth.
 Easter was observed in both churches. The morning exercises at the chapel al In ho evening at the M. E. church the Sun- day school had their annual Easter festival and concert. The church was very prettily trimmed for the occasion
 Rev J. l.. Evans will speak on the sin of grumbling and fretting next Sunday morning and common sense in the even- ing.
 There will be no service in the NJ. E church next Sunday as the pastor, Rev J. s. Graham, is in New York attending conference.
 Miss May Willard of Winsted was home over Sunday.
 Miss Ruby Weed, who has been i'll for the past month, is able to be out again.
 Miss Margaret Jacobi is home for the Easter vacation.
 Union prayer meetings will be held at the Congregational chapel during the month of April.
 Clifford Hall left town Tuesday for Chapinville, where he has obtained work.
 R. M. Olmsted writing from Nepaug says: "Rev MT Evans was pastor of the Congregational Church in this place for some time. At the 50th anniversary of the church the historian said that in the list of pastors, MT Evvns was one of the most eloquent aud finished speakers who has resided here."
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
HEFFIELD

Town officers elected Monday:
 TOWN CLERK AND TREASURER. Henry 0. Clark.
 sELECTMEN. Edward W. Bartholomew, George H. Blodgett, Arthur M. 4ewins. ASSESSORS. Harry s. Chapin, Milford F. RoYs, Clarence H. Warner. SCHOOL COMMITTEE FOR THREE YEARS. Ira E. Manvel.
 TAX COLLECTOR. Charles W. Andrus.
 ooNsTABLEs. Charles W. IAndrus, W. D. O'Connell.
 AUDITORS. M. J. Smith, E. J. Vosburgh.
 TRUSTEE TOWN LIBRARY, 3 YEARS. Rev James s. Ellis.
 FOR ONE YEAR. Miss Alice B. Sage.
 LICENSE. No-148. Yes-137. MT and Mrs s. Hopkins Bushnell Jeff Tuesday for Brooklyn, N. Y, where they will spend the week with friends Miss May B. Shears is home from hel school in Chelsea, Mass, for weeks vacation. Rev J. W. Bohlman left Tuesday g, m. to attend the New York Conference held in Grace church, New York city. this week. The dinner at Town Hall building furnished by the Ladies Aid Society oi the M. B. Church, on town meeting day netted twenty-five dollars, MT and Mrs George H. Kirby and two children of New Haven, Conn, are visiting their friends in town. The family of John J. Williams left town last week for their new home ir Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
GREAT HARRINGTON

The annual meeting of the St. James church society was held Monday after noon. The following officers were elected: Wardens, Henry T. Robbins. w. W. Norton; vestrymen, Henry T. Robbins, w. W. Norton, F. N. Deland, Caleb Tcknor, c. W. Peters, Walter Ticknor, J. Fl. 0. Church, J. A.Brewer, G. W. Platt, Frederick Remington, l.. L. Jenkins; treasurer, G. W. Platt; clerk, F. N. Deland; organist, W. J. Rand; superintendent of Sunday school, Henry T. Robbins; collector, Miss Agusta Loop. The treasurer's report was very satisfactory and showed that over $10,0O0. Tho organ fund now Deland, W. w. Norton, J. A. Brewer, were appointed 8 committee to select 8 new organ, The collections on Easter Sunday amounted to $176, which will be used to defray the expenses of in- stituting the boy choir.
 O. G. Turner, administrator of the estate of the late James Turner, has sold the Turner farm at Muddy Brook to Julius l.. Cornell of Housatonic. Mir Turner has sold plot of land to Frank Labbe of Housatonic.
 Warren Crissey died Tuesday morn- ing at hls home on the Stock bridge road after long illness with heart trouble. Mir Crissey was Fl years old, and was born March 5, 1881, at Norfolk, Conn, son of Benjamin W. Crissey, who was 8 prosperous Connecticut farmer. Mir Crissey was educated in the Norfolk Academy and came to Great Harrington about 1865 and purchased his present farm of 250 acres, which is one of the best in Southern Berkshire. He was married to Miss Mary Duncan who sur. wives him together with three children, Benjamin Wilmont of Norfolk, Nellie two brothers. Ralph of Norfolk and Therion w. of Great Burlington.
 James Gardner and Mrs Lucy Miller of South Egremont were married at one o'clock Sunday at Mir Gardner's home. The ceremony was performed by Rev Bruce W. Oronmiller.
 Mrs Augusta Reuwee, 82, died Mon- day at her home in Housatonic, from old age. She is survived by son and six daughters.
 George E. Mullens of Pittsfeld and Miss Nellie Kane of Great Harrington were married Monday at g o'clock at St. Peter's church by Rev Martin Murphy. The bridesmaid was Miss AnnieG. Kane. The best man was John Gone of Pitts field. After 8 wedding tour they will reside in Pittsfeld.
 Miss Lillian Everett. teacher in the Searles high school and assistant in the sixth and seventh grades, has resigned her position.
 Enos Seymour. S8, one of the oldest residents of the town, was found dead in bed Saturday morning at his home on South Main street. He was born in Weathers6eld, Conn, son of Herman Seymour and has lived in Great Bar rington for 60 years. During 1862 he enlisted in the 18th regiment and served one year. He is survived by a son James. The funeral was held Monday at three o'clock.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
WEST CORNWALL

Mrs d. O. Gregory and daughter Leila have been visiting at Robert N Cochrane's.
 Mrs Geo. Hughes of Bridgeport spent several days this week with her mother. Mrs Volmiller.
 Miss Flora Wedge of Cornwall Bridge is with Mrs George R. Smith for short visit.
 Mrs Daniel Minnehan of Burrville spent Sunday with her parents.
 James L. Ferris has moved his family from Milford iu with Joseph Mallinson.
 Miss Nellie Rogers is home from Windsor for the Easter vacation.
 George W. Cochrsne was in New Haven on business two days last week
 H. K Zust of New York is the pres- ent manager of the J. M. $. Go.
 Hon. David L. Smith is once more able to be about the streets. His fa- miliar face receives hearty welcome ct his place of business.
 Wm. D. Bosler of the Albany Law School spent his Easter vacation in town.
 Miss May Root of Torrington was at O. F. Ualkins' over Sunday.
 Miss Charlotte A. Harrison met with quite an accident while returning from church last Sunday eve. Her horse collided with another team, throwing her out and dragging her some distance Miss Harrison succeeded in stopping her horse and though considerably bruised is not seriously injured.
 Russell Bierce of Cornwall Bridge had horse quite badly hurt last Mon day. While driving to this village the horse stepped into a defective sluice- way and the jagged rocks cut and ar tery near the hoof. As no veterinary surgeon could be reached, Dr. Ives humanely took up the artery and the horse is doing as we'll as could be ex- pected.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
Chaplain MiIburn,

The senate's blind chaplain, the Rev. Dr. W. H. Milburn, is a survival of Washington before the war. 1t was in 1s45 that he was elected chaplain of congress. Representative Abraham JAncoln of Illinois nominated him. That was ten years before John Sherman and Justin s. Morrill, took their seats in the house. "In those days" says pr. Milburn, lone chaplain offered the prayer at the opening of each branch of congress, and the only way this could be done by one man was to have the senate clock kept ten minutes slow CT than the house clock. After I of fered the invocation in the house page would take me to the senate chamber, where I performed a similar duty"
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
SOUTH CANAAN

Easter Sunday proved to be beauti- full springlike day. The church was decorated with potted plants. cut flowers, and a beautiful wild flower boquet contributed by Miss Hattie Milliard, and sent to Mrs Evans. The Rev Mir Evans preached a fine Easter sermon from the text, ''Christ is risen. !" Several from this place attended the union service at the Methodist church in the evening. A church and society meeting was appointed for Saturday afternoon, April 5.
 Charlie Kellogg of Waterbury has been spending few days at his fathers He is quite pleased with his location and business there.
 Spring house cleaning is the all in- crossing topic now. One enterprising lady has finished, many have begun, some poor unfortunates have not even commenced.
 John Palmer and family are removing to the Ocain place in Sharon, while Frank Nichols and family take their place on Dwight Brinton's farm. Other changes are reported but not yet &C., complished.
 Tidings have been received of the serious illness of pneumonia of Alfred Castle of Honolulu, now 8 student at the Hotchkiss School. His mothers s family, the Lowry's, were formerly of this town where they still have many relatives.
 Fl. P. Morse has been visiting in Hartford and felt quite honored by sit- ting in the Lieut. Governors Charter Oak chair.
 Free rural delivery is announced for May 1st, if 8 suitable carrier can be found. There does not seem to be any strong competition for the job.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
CANAAN VALLEY.

School commenced last week, with Miss Grace Laird of Great Harrington as teacher.
 Mrs Charles Daggett, who has been visiting her parents here, has returned to her home in Maine.
 Miss Charlotte Cleayeland has just passed her 99th birthday. She enjoys good health for one at such an advanced age.
 MT and Mrs Henry Rhoades are the happy parents of little daughter, born the 25th.
 Joseph Warner is moving onto the Stiles Stevens farm which he will work the coming season.
 George Hadsell is moving from the Mead place to Hadsell street, the Mead place being sold to MT Taylor of Clayton.
 Dwight Robbins will move across the road into Mrs Thompson's house.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
LAkE EVILLE

Mrs Emma Snyder has moved into the rooms over Miller's market.
 Mrs I. W. Sanford and infant daughter are spending a couple of weeks with her parents, MT and Mrs W. M. Thomas. in Bridgeport.
 A. I. Oowles left on Fridsy night for Buffalo to take a temporary position with the Snow Pump Works. If the position is suitable he will take a per manent position and will remove his family to that city.
 Irwin W. Sanford has rented part of James Martins house, and will move about April 18th.
 Principal and Mrs F. N. Clark are spending the week in Goshen, Torrin1- ton and New Haven. Miss Low and Miss Scofeld are also visiting their respective homes.
 MT and Mrs James Martin of Rich- mond Furnace, Mass. came down last Saturday. MT Martin returned on Monday and Mrs Martin will spend 8 week or so in Lakeville.
 Mrs J. M. Miller is visiting her daughter, Mrs Linus Warren. at Green wich Village, Mass.
 Among the Easter guests we notice MT and Mrs Charles Perry of Water bury, o. A. Roberts of Cornell, Clarence P. Cook of Waterbury, Geo. Cook, Jr. |, A. H. Olmsted and George Everts of Yale, and Miss Norton of Mt. Holyoke. Miss Torrey, 8 college friend, is also spending the vacation with Miss Norton.
 Rev 0. H. Grubb is attending the New York Conference at Grace Church, New York City.
 Miss Brookshire of New York is again with Miss M. E. Fretts in the millinery business for the coming season.
 A. H. Heaton, executor, has engaged O. H. Osborn of Pawling, N. Y. to conduct the business of the late John M. Miller. He will move his family into the rooms occupied by B. R. La Place. Mir Osborn comes highly recommended as a practical workman | and citizen. Harry Millspaueh, who has been conducting the business, has returned to Paddock's market.
 Student Castle of the Hotchkiss School is very low with pneumonia 1t was not thought that he could re- | cover. It has been necessary to use oxygen as his lungs were entirely filled. At present however, he is a little better.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
ASHLEY FALLS.

Many thanks are due MT and Mrs John Griffith who 80 kindly opened their house for pound sociable Thurs day night, March 27. for the benefit of the Ladies Aid Society of the M. B. Church. Ice cream and cake was served to a goodly number and all seemed to have an enjoyable time There was much amusement over the selling of the packages as the con- tained various things. Twenty-two dollars was realized from the sale, much to the credit of the officers of the society.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
VALUABLE MEDICINE rAn nA-~Am A.H GAUAa Rv~

''I have not the slightest hesitancy in recommending Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to all who are suffering from coughs or colds, '" says Ohas. M. Cramer, Esq 8 we'll known watch maker, of Colombo, Oeylon. It has been some two years since the City Dispensary first called my attention to this valuable medicine and I have repeatedly used it and it has always been beneficial. It has cured me quickly of all chest colds. It is especially effective for children and seldom takes more than one bottle tO ouEo them of hoarseness. I have poGouaded many to try this valuable medicine. and they are all as we'll pleased e myself over the results. D For sale by all medicine dealers.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
DIsrRIoT OF SALISBURY, ss. Probat
D Conrt March 2e 1902.

Estate of Horace F. Barnum late of Salis- bury in said District. deceased.
 The administrator with will annexed hav- ing exhibited his administration account with said estate to this court for allowance. 1t is !,
 ORDERED-That the 11th day of April A. D., 1902 at ten o'clock in the forenoon, at the Probateo ofAce in Salisbury, be and the same is assigned for hearing on the allowance Of said administration account, with said estate, and this Court directs the said administrator to cite all persons interested therein to ap- pear at said time and place, by publishing this order in some newspaper published in in said District. at least i've days before the time assigned for said hearing.
 Attest; DONALD T. WARNKn, Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1902-04-03
Good Cheer About Death.

Let any man be of good cheer about his soul who has ruled his body and delighted in knowledge in this life; who has adorned the soul in her own proper jewels, which are temperance, justice, courage, nobility and truth. In these arrayed the soul Is ready for the Journey even to another world when the time comes. For, if death be the journey to another place, and there all the dead are. what good can be great CT than this? Be of good cheer about death and know this of truth-that nc evil can happen to a good man either in life or after death. God orders and holds together the whole universe in which are all things beautiful and good. He keeps it always unimpaired, unconfused, undecaying. obeying his law swifter than thought and in per feet order.-Socrates.