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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07
FIR. HILL ON THE WIRE.
A Most Sensational Exhibition in the
 Open Air.

After two days of disappointment due to the railroads using up ten days ill transporting his apparatus from Pennsylvania to Waterbury, Will H. hlll was at last able to give his first aerial exhibition shortly after 6 o'clock last evening. Several thousand people were grouped around the City hall when the daring young man came out on the wire, which was stretched at height of seventy feet from City hall to the Hodson building opposite, and did the most unlocked for feats, giving an exhibition that for thrilling sensa- tionalism and nerve-racking excitement has never been paralleled in this city
 The Knights of Columbus i'll pre- senting this exhibition without cost to the public, nave shown an enterprise that ought to count for much in at tracting patrons to the fair.
 Last nights attendance was the largest since the fair opened, and 1t was a crowd that had money to spend and the heart to spend it Everything that appealed for patronage was fiber ally patronized, and the receipts when counted up after midnight showed g figure that brought joy to the hard working committeeman. If the three renAaining nights hold good, the fair will be the rousing success that it ought to be in view of the praise worthy object for which it is being held
 The committee are hopeful that in the two remaining days the comDlna- ton books will continue to sell in large numbers These books, which entitle purchasers to share in the uAs- trfbution of S1 800 in cash and capi- tai prize of $1,OOO in gold, can be bought in the hall, at Srobers jewelry store. Duncan's drug store, Ffnn's shoe store or from any member of the Knights.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07
ASSAULT CASE IN COURT.
Han Fined $50 and Costs for Striking
 His NeighbOr.

The unneighborly difficulties of Benjamin Hall and Frederick Schwenkle of Belleview street, which resulted in an assault a week ago last Saturday night, were ventilated in the city court this morning before Judge Cowel Hall was charged with as- saulting Schwenkle and he was de- tended by Attorney Freeman Attor- ney Durant assisted the state and will institute civil case against Hall.
 As was old in the Democrat at the time of the assault, the men were go- ing home on the last car and HalP s advances toward conversation were repelled by Schwenkle saying to him, ''I don't wan anything to do with you; you called my daughter liar" When the car stopped on reaching Belleview street, Hall alighted first, and when Schwenkle was stepping down Hall struck him. Arthur H. Warner, the conductor. remonstrated with Hall From the mems attitude in the car he surmlsed there was trouble brewing.
 The car having gone away, Hall struck Schwenlcle again, knocked him down and struck him with bottle on the head. At all events he was rem dered unconscious. he says, and when he came to. Hall was bending over him, kneeling on his side and one hand on his throat. A quart bottle contain ing liquor was on the ground beside them, having fallen from Halls pock- ct
 Dr McLinden testified he attended Schwenkle and found his face fright fully" swollen. the skin around the eyes discolored and the lower part of the face broken. He was unable to raise his arms for some days and a large lump of congeaIed blood gath cred on the right side of the face. His nervous condition was greatly upset And he shas not yet fully recovered.
 Thomas F. Butler of Simsbury street testified for the state.
 Halls story was that Schwenkle struck at him as he was arighting from the car and that he fell as he was making the blow. Schwenkle made second attack and Hall was obliged to defend himself He had a number Of parcels in his arms, so that he could not have struck Scfwenkle very badly. George Angrave, a blacksmith, testified for Hall Prose cutor Meigs said it was the most az gravated assault hat has been in the court in some time and he asked that Hall be bound over to the superior court. A fine Of $50 and costs was imposed. An appeal was taken under a bond of $15O
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07

EoR RENT Two 4.tenements. Mod H ern Improvements. First floor. In- auirs A55 East Main street. 4-z-st
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07
CITY NEWS

Miss Minnie Guilfoile of Ridge street and Miss Hickey of Willimantic, her guest attended the whist party and dance at New Haven last night.
 Division No 1, A. o. H., will meet tonight, when all who have money or tickets for the recent St Patrtck's s night entertainment are expected to make returns.
 The Sterling basketball team, which will go to Middletown tomorrow night to play the Y. M. O. A. team for the championship of the state, will consist of the following players: J. Curtis, Selby, Johnson, Yaeger, LittleJohn, w.. Curtis. ,Schildmiller of Andover col Iege win referee for the Waterbury team.
 Michael Karpelman, the eight year old son of Sam Karpelman, or IA Vel t n street, met with an unfortunate ac- cident last night about 6:3O. He was playing in the vicinity of his home with another boy, who was chasing him. Young Karpelman ran out into the street, right in front of a team, driven by James O'Rourke. cOachman for Irving Chase Before Mir O'Rourke could stop the horse. the wagon struck the child, knocked him down and the wheels passed over his right arm. The we'll known cOachman stopped his team immediately, jumped out and rendered all assistance possible to the injured boy. Dr Thurber was sum- moned and on examination found that the boys right arm had been broken near the shoulder, his face was slight ly cut and he was suffering much from shock. Persons who witnessed the accident declare that MT ORourke was in no way to blame.
 Seldom has lecture attracted more attention and aroused so much inter est as the on which will be given at the First Congregational church on Thursday night. April 12 On that night the Rev Henry R. Rose will give an illustrated lecture on the sub- Ject, "Parsifal." Rev Mir Rose is 8 delightful lecturer, whom one loves to hear often. In "Parsifal' he has a subject which gives him ample scope to display his deep learning and profound thought He gives three interpretations of the opera, the poets, the artists and the musician's He describes the play as 1t has beer produced in Bayreuth and in New f1OEK, dIIu gives the V1oWS or the pr1n copal scenes. The musical collections which are used to illustrate the 7! lecture, are taken from Wagner's operas, '"Tannhaeuser, Lohengrini and ! Parsifal.
 The committee appointed to pre- pare draft of rules for the govern ment of the local democracy are giv ing the matter good deal of attention and expects to have everything il readiness to report to the adjourned meeting next Monday night So fal as can be learned the only radfca change agreed upon is the introduc ton of the direct primary with refer ence to the method of nominating senators so that instead of electins delegates to senatorial convention the people will vote for candidates at the primaries. and then if they dt not nominate the right kind of mel they will have nobody, but themselve to blame. The candidate recefv1ni the highest number of votes at thu primaries will be the nominees of tn, party. This plan seems to meet witl general approval and the recon mendation will probably be adopted without any opposition,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07
ohTastian Party. Convention.


 ST. LOUIS, April 7.- Notification has been sent out by William Rudolph Benkest, national chairman of the United Christian party, that the na- tional convention, which will be held in St. Louis May 1, will not convene in the worlds fair grounds, but will instead occupy the Coliseum because more space is required than can be furnished by any hall in the exposition grounds. In issuing this notification a general call is issued, as follows: ''All patriots who believe in Jesus and Christian government by and for the people governed by the Golden Rule are welcome to take part in the con- vention regardless of nationality, sex, creed, color or previous politics. spe- ciaI prayer Is requested for this con vention throughout every state and na- tionni
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07
TIMELY TOPICS.


 The Miller & Peck bargain day will be money saver for the frugal buyer. See the list in another column.
 The Curran Dry Goods Go will have bargains for housekeepeFs tomorrow that will beat all former sales. If you want anything for any department of the house be sure and calls
 Holczer, the Standard shoe house man, says let your boys jump and run all they like when they wear his never rip shoes.
 The Xiglatxki-Marks Go has ba9 line of sign writer's materials.
 A. Dallas has marked prices way down on cut flowers this week.
 Browns quickfire charcoal man says prepare for white frosts by having a bag of the black disc charcoal in the house.
 O'Neill, the real estate man, has a fine place on Kingsbury street that he will sell very low. NV. The Reid & Hughes Dry Goods Go has some special bargains in silks and carpets this week.
 A. F. Cowles the milliner. at 5S Gen. ter street. has the latest and most styl- ish in hats fer ladies, and at lowest prices.
 The Upson. Singleton & Go has in augurated novel guessing scheme. Read the adv for particulars.
 The Grieve, Bisset & Holland Go is showing fine line of new shirt waists, and the prices are the very lowest
 Frank, the shoeman, gives some good advice in his adv tonight
 J. B. Mullings S Son sell rightly made clohting. and it costs ne mora than the ether kind.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07
Are You Ready for
 Easter ?"

Did you get all the necessary wear ing apparel for yourself and your fam- fly? If not, why do you wait?
 You probably cannot spare all the money yet
 We'll, that is just the point we wisn to advise you on.
 Come to us, get what you need, when you need 1t, and pay later. But before you come to buy of IFS look around at the goods and prices dis played in the cash stores, and then we shall have no trouble to sell to you.
 If we cannot fit you out of our large and choice stock. our manufacturing and tailoring establishment on the premises enables us to make your clothes to order. Therefore do not wait; come now and be ready for Easter on time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07
Victim Pa1a the CnBby,s Fine

NEW YORK, April 7.-Robert M. GalIaway, president of the Merchants National bank, at 42 Wall street, is nursing wounded knees as result of having been run down by careless cab driver. He was angry at first and had the reckless son of Nimshi arrest ed, but relented in the Jefferson mar ket police court when he learned that the man could not pay the $1o line i'm posed. T didn't wish to see him locked up for ten days said MT. Galloway, @and so offered to pay the fine my- 4aaR.n
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07
POLITICAL POINTERS.
hearst's Friends Working in, Kansas
 -Knocked Out in Connecticut

Wichita, Kan, April 7.-Before tue democratic state convention, which met here to-day to name delegates to the national convention at St Louis, was called to order, the delegates who sought instructions for William R. Hearst for president agreed not to ask Tor instructions if J. G. Johnson, na- uonal committeeman from Kansas, and H. F. FarreIy, admitted Hearst men, were named as delegates at large to the national convention at St Louis. The convention will name twenty dele gates to the national convention.
 At the democratic convention in Stamford the supporters of Hearst were defeated The regular ticket. headed by Homer s. Cummings won. Mir Cummings was also at the head of the Hearst ticket for delegates. MT Cummings refused to go to the con vention instructed, and a vote was made, showing that the Hearst men were 90 and the regulars 31O These delegates were elected: Homer S. Cummings, John P.sLooney, George H. White, John A. Waters, Harry J. Bar thel, D. W. Cuddy and John F. Hanra- ban. They are uninstructed.
 The Young Mems Republican club of New Haven, Monday night, changed It's annual meeting from the first Mon day in July to the first Monday in April. James A. Howarth was re elected president; A. McC. Matthew. son, secretary and treasurer; directors James A. Howarth, Colonel I. Ullman 4. McC. Matthewson, Minotte E. Chat field, John T. Manson, S. N. Smith, F L. AVerill, J. W Goodhart, John Gaf fey. The Merwin marching legion o1 the club will organize for the campaign work on next Thursday evening.
 The democratic town committee ot New Haven met Monday night anG chose the financial committee for tht coming year. The date for the demo cratic primaries to elect delegates tc the state convention was fixed on Apri 12. Albert F. Welles, the newly elect cd chairman, presided The f1nancia committee as chosen is as follows: Al bert s. Welles. chairman; the Hon A Heaton Robertson, Ezekiel G. Stod dard, president of the New Havei County bank; Frederick Brethaues and Samuel A. York.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07
NUTMEG CRAVINGS.
Interesting Items Boiled Down For
 the Benefit of our Busy Readers

the b@MGME OI our busy M8Au8FS
 Under the law requiring 6 license for institutions where Insane are cared for, a license was issued yesterday by Governor Chamberlain to Alvin D. Wadgworth of South Norwalk.
 George Rucktaschel. an employe of a Grand avenue baker, New Haven, committed suicide to-day at his home, 121 Ashmun street, by drinking car bolic acid He leaves a, wife and daughter.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-04-07
NO STRIKE TOMORROW.

San Francisco, April 7.-The car men's executive committee has de- cided that there shall be no strike to- morrow. The union will await the out come of the refusal of the men to in struct students.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-05-16
C. w. A. SOCIAL AFFAIR
 THURSDAY EVENING

The Catholic Women's association will give another dance this week Thursday to which all their friends are publicly invited. The committee in charge say it is to be the jolliest event the association has ever given and this is saying a good deal.
 The annual closing and exhibition of work this year will consist of a Sunday evening concert and exhibition of work the next day. It will take place on Sunday evening, May 29, and as the next day will be Memorial day the association will plan to receive a host of friends on that day to see the work, which will consist principally of art work and dressmaking. Every friend of the association should pur- chase ticket for the concert as in that way they can financially assist the association and this concert is giv- en with that idea in view. Nearly every other affair given by the associ- ation is given for the enjoyment of the friends and members and while they sometimes help financially that is not the object in giving them. Therefore all friends of the associa- tion should see to it that they have tickets for the concert on Sunday evening May %. The tickets for the dance are to be 25 cents and may be purchased that evening.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-05-16
MANY HAVE EXCUSES.
Filing of Administration Accounts
 Fault of Court Sometimes.

Lawyers continue to pour excuses into the probate court for the failure of their clients to file their admins tration accounts, and also requests that the court amend the records. The following Is a sample of these re- quests:
 To the Honorable Probate Court for
 the District of Waterbury:
 The subscriber respectfully repre- Sents:
 1. That on December 28th, 1900, the court of probate for the district of Waterbury apointed him to be admin istrator of the estate of Margaret Me Carthy, late of said district, deceased.
 2 The petitioner accepted said trust. gave bond for the faithful per formance of the duties of said trust, and entered upon the discharge of said duties.
 3. The petitioner, owing to the fact that he was unable to determine whether or not there was any estate belonging to the said Margaret Mo- Carthy at the time of her death, neg Iected to file an inventory of said es- tate.
 4. On the 26th day of March, 1904, the said petitioner apeared before the court of probate and made excuse to said court for his delay in filing said inventory, which said excuse after due notice and hearing, was accepted by said court.
 5 Through error and mistake, the action of this court in accepting said excuse, was not placed upon the re- cords of this court.
 The petitioner therefore prays this court to amend its records, so that said records will show that on the day aforesaid, after due notice and hear ing, the excuse presented by the said John Mccarthy, for his failure to file an inventory of the goods and lands belonging to said Margaret Mccarthy, at the time of her decease, was accept ed by this court
 JOHN MCCARTHY,
 By William D. Thoms, his attor- new
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-05-16
THE HEBDOMAD IS
 THE PLACETO GO

A4e hebdomad given under he aus pices of St MichaeTs parish attracted a big crowd Saturday night. The ex- hibition drill given by Company B. Hi- bernian Rifles, was feature of the program and everybody, the girs espe- cially, could not speak too highly ot the clever work of the soldier boys There was dancing to music furnished by Lallier's orchestra. This egening twenty-five or thirty young people will hold the boards in tA Summer Fan tasy," and all who desire a half hours rare enjoyment should be on hand The management claims that it will al- most equal the efforts of the Hay makers, who will give Waterville sur prise tomorrow night. But neverlmind about tomorrow nights affair There will be time enough to think that over. Take in to-night's program. It is Sme; thing new and anybody who fais to see 1t will miss an entertainment such as one seldom has an opportunity of attending at very moderate outlay The hebdomad will be continued dur- ing the present week.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-05-16
Hung Beside the ReIu..

CHICAGO, May 16.-The dead body of man dangling at the end of rope in the belfry of the Emmanuel Baptist church here was the grewsome sight that met the eyes of the congregation as they assembled for the mornings s service yesterday. In one of the pock- cts of the dead mans coat a memoran- dunn book was found bearing the name and address of William Johnson, 2233 Webster avenue, Pittsburg. Written on fly leaf of the book were the fol- lowing words: "Well, I see that noth- ing but my death will satisfy the out ragged public. Therefore I will give it.. but I will be my own executioner."
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-05-16
Moody and Party at Port Eaa..

PORT EADs, La, May Is. - The United States dispatch boat Dolphin. with Secretary Moody and party on board, has arrived from Mobile.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-05-16
DRESS GOODS.

5Oinch Suitings, all wool, light in weight, for summer skirts and suits, regular $1OO and $1.25 qualities,
 Anniversary price 69c a yard. 46-inch Voles in two shades of navy, black and cream,
 Anniversary price 49c yard. { 38-inch Check Suitings in blue and white and black and white,
 Anniversary price soc a yard. 45-inch Silk Warp Crepe de Chine in all the latest shades. also black,
 Anniversary price 85c yard.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-05-16
CORNER STONE LAYING.
Father P. J. ncGivney's New Church
 At South Farms.

Mfddletown, May 16.-Despite the rain the exercises attendant upon the laying of the cornerstone of the new St Francis church at South Farms yesterday afternoon were witnessed by over 2,OOO people. At the north west corner of the proposed building was a large platform on which was seated the visiting clergy and invited gdests, the latter including Mayor Crittenden, James K. Guy, William Brewer and Rev George B. Gilbert, rector of Christ Episcopal church at South Farms. Besides Bishop Tier ney, the clergy included Rev Fathers Dunne of Portland. Kennedy of West vile, Lynch. Guinan, Van Oppen and Mclaughlin of Meriden, Hurley of Hartford, Walsh of Plainville, Me Gurk of Manchester. Neale of Terry vile, Winters and Moore of New Brit ain, Degnan of Kensington, Chancellor Murray of Hartford. Rev Dr Donovan of St Johns parish and Father McGiv- ney of the new parish. The local RO- man Catholic societies of the city were present in force.
 The laying of the cornerstone was performed by Bishop Tierney, who, with a silver trowel made the sign of the cross upon the, four sides of the stone, afterward sprinkling it and the foundations with holy water. At this point heavy shower forced the audience to adjourn to the wooden structure near by, where the sermon was preached by the Rev Father Neale Of Terryville, who book his text from Leyiticus. xxvi:11 and 12. "And I will set my tabernacle among you and my soul shall not abhor you. And will walk among you and will be your God and ye shall be my people" ;"
 The plans for the new building were submitted by Architect Joseph A. Jackson of New York, who has had wide experience in planning church edif1ces. When finished the building will be a handsome Gothic structure, built of brick with browhstone foun- dattons and trimmings of Ohio lime stone. 1t will seat about 500. Early in the spring the work was com menced by Contractor Max Durr- schmidt of Derby. Sincebthen it has progressed rapidly, so that now the foundations are laid and work has commenced on the walls
 Father McGivney lives hl an old fashioned homestead near the church. The old elm trees surrounding the property make it one of the pleasant est places at the Farms. Almost any time of the day one may find the pas tor of the parish out among the dirt and stones and lumber exercising an active supervision of the work of building. When finished tue church will be about 102 by 56 feet and will cost $20,000. Without doubt it will be one of the pleasantest, most com plete and handsomest churchts in this city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-05-16
TIMELY TOPICS.

The Hampson- -Sellew Furniture Go store is stacked with the best and more is arriving daily. You can buy good furniture at low prices now.
 The New England Watch Go watch es are the best. Frank O'Neill says now is the .ac- ceptable time and his office the place to talk real estate bargains. He has some money makers for you.
 The Spearo Credit Go wants your trade and is offering clothing on credit and at ridiculously low prices.
 Phelan the tea man has word to say about. cops to-day. He is giving baseballs swith tea to the boys this week
 The Grieve, Bisset & Holland Co have fine line of union suits for men at about half price this week.
 J. M. Burrall & Go are selling some snappy go-carts these days, and the price is as low as that asked for the out of date kind.
 k. Dougherty is selling children's tan hose this week at 121a cents a pair.
 The Turnbull Go publishes a price list on various goods to-day that should be taken advantage of by housewives.
 Reid & Hughes publish a list of an- niversary prices to-day, that are sure to be snapped up quickly. Gall early if you want any of them.
 John J. Sheehan publishes the lucky number that takes the automo- bile ill his ad to-day.
 Frank the shoeman says you should properly house your feet. See his prices.
 The Curran Dry Goods Go has just what the girl graduate needs in the way of new gown and furnishings.
 The Danbury hat store at "A Grand stret is ready for business.
 Jones, Morgan & Go talk good clothes to-day. See their king and you will surely buy.
 The Miller & Peck Go is having a white goods sale this week Look up the prices.
 J. T. Phelan has several good tene. ments to rent and the price is right,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-05-16
SILKS.

Foulards. 24 inches wide. in navy and light grounds with neat figures. for shirt waist suits,
 Anniversary price 39c yard. Louisines. in checks. stripes and fancy effects, brown, navy and black and white,
 Anniversary price 69c "a yard. 27-inch Black Striped Peau de Soie,,
 Anniversary price 59c yard. 2O-inch Black Taffeta, extra strong silk,
 Anniversary price 49c yard. 23-inch Black Peau de soie, double face, warranted to wear,
 Anniversary price 79c yard.