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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23
CITY NEWS

Ameflcan Danu prom at Auditorium tonight. Continuous music. Two bands. Dancing at S:15.
 The F. of A. fair will close tonight, after a successful run of one week. The drawing for prizes on the com bination tickets will begin at 9:3O o'clock. There will be plenty of danc- ing during the drawing. The four flying Bonvards will also appear at 10 o'clock.
 At Columbus hall last night the off cers of Sheridan lodge, No 21S, N. E. O. F., were installed by Grand Deputy F. J. Slavin, assisted by H. l.. Baker and Margaret Butterly, members of the grand lodge. A social session fol- lowed the installation. A large dele gation was present despite the bad weather.
 Alexander Won Humh oldt, No 21O, N. D. o. F., held an enthusiastic meeting last night i'll Foresters' hall. The re- port of the aduiting committee was read and proved that the lodge was in very fiourishing condition. After idan lodge and witnessed their installa- tlon exercises.
 A change of officials is announced in
 
 which Adelbert F. Hine, the superin- tendent of the factory for many years, becomes the general superintendent of the American Brass Go with factories at Waterbury, Ansonia, Torrington and Kenosha. III. George H. Braman, MT Hines assistant, is made superin- tendent of the local plant, and William E. Besse is promoted to the assistant superintendency
 Among the Waterbury people who attended the Knights of Columbus ball in Naugatuck last night were the fol- lowing: D. J. Lahey, M. J. Noonan, Edward l.. Seery, John Boylan, John T. Mccarthy, George Bowling, Timo- thy Donovan. George Gaffney, Peter E. Lynch. Frank Hollywood, D. J. Elnn. c. W. Bauby Miss Jennie and George Kilduff. Mrs Mcdonald and daughter. Frank O'Neil, Michael Pe- ters. the Misses Feeney, Donahue, Hayes and Shell.
 The Dime Savings bank has entered suit against the Rev Paul r. McAlen- ney of Meriden for $3,5OO. The de fendant was executor of the will of the late Joseph Cassidy, who borrowed some $500 from the Dime Savings bank on piece of land in Meriden to which he presumed he had a title. The town clerk of that place gave the GUS tomary certificate showing that Mir Cassidy had a right to the property, but it turned out later that he had no title to it whatsoever. The bank brought suit against the executor to recover the loan. but lost the ease, and the present suit is another attempt to recover. -t...-
 Don't neglect your most important sense. Eye strain, if neglected, may lead to total loss of sight A few sim pie tests with modern instruments Wal reveal the exact condition of your eye sight. The Upson JeWelry Go, op- kicians.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23

The storm of last evening wet the ardor of the trouble makers so that there was no business for the city court to-day.
 Lewis Reed the stone mason. wca his suit against Arthur c. Griswold in the city court yesterday. Reed sued for S4O.5O and was given judgment by Judge Peasley for $15.
 There will be vespers, sermon and benediction at St Thomas church Sun day evening, January 24, at 7:3O o'clock. All the Holy Name societies of the city are invited to attend ill a body.
 The Democrat is giving away bound books to every advertiser to the amount of 9 cents or more in our penny y-a-word column. Cash must ac- company every ad. These books are the standard works and would be an ornament to any library.
 The four men drawn from this city for jury duty in the cases against the nine union teamsters charged with conspiracy, were excused. They were James F. Campbell, w. G. Camp, Da- vid Ducharme and c. c. Commerford. The cases will begin in the superior court, New Haven, Tuesday morning.
 One of the grand advisors of the de- partment of public safety told report CT of the Democrat to-day that after all the police officers already doomed have been disposed of in the tower the board will go down the line in the fire department in double quick time and hustle men about like straws in a vio- lent storm
 An enjoyable leap year party was given at the home of Miss Mary Ryan on Scovill street on Thursday night. Among those who contributed to the evenings entertainment were the fol- lowing: Piano selections, Miss Julia Reardon: vocal solos, Maurice Walsh and Miss Agnes McGrath; violin duet, Joseph Cosgrove and Miss Ella Kelly. After refreshments were served danc- ing was enjoyed.
 Mrs. J. c. Beringer, of Park avenue, and her little daughter, Mamie, who went to Newark on January 1 for visit with relatives, will not return for several weeks more. The little girl was taken down with scarlet fever while in Newark and until she recov CTS they will remain away from home.
 Xavier Bouffard, a merchant of Quebec, Canada, is visiting with rela- lives in this city.
 Tonight ends the challenge sale of U. $. & Go, which. notwithstanding the stormy weather, has been very sat- isfactory. Now the coming week they are going to have a sale of the odds and ends that are always left in a large sale. They will clear them out before inventory If you did not get in or did not have the money last week, now is your chance. It will be a good plan to watch their windows this next week, for they are hustlers to clear out good things when sizes and lots are broken up.
 Complaints are being frequently made that there are a number of wom., en in this city who are practicing mid wifery without a license. The num- Der of women, who are thus violating the law, is reported to be increasing. There is a severe penalty attached for such violation. Recently two women were convicted in a Naugatuck court of practicing midwifery and were heavily fined. A local physician said today that the local medical society was considering the advisability of taking action against those persons, who are practicing midwifery without a license.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23
TIMELY TOPICS.

J. E. Mullings X Son have received several cases of shirts for business or dress. Winter caps and furnishings.
 Window shades. made with best fix lures, at A. Mailhiot's for 1Oc. Other goods equally low.
 Children's mackintoshes at Miller X Peck's for $1.49. Ladies' good fleece lined hose at Sc and lie.
 Grieve. Bisset X Holland will sell President suspenders at 24c tonight; medium weight natural wool under wear TIC.
 Read the rubber advertisement of the Original Boston Family shoe store, 155 and 157 South Main street
 Tonight will see the finish of Up- son.. Singleton & Co.'S challenge sale. Better than an auction, you can get your money back.
 I. Chase is selling ladies' and chil- dren's felt hats at 10c each. There are a few more left.
 Rubbers for 1Oc tonight at Holc- zer's. so there is no need of going about with wet feet.
 Extras from the great January sale at Curran's tonight. Next week the sale will extend to cloaks, carpets, etc.
 Chinese and. American cooking to order at the Canton restaurant. Board by week 33.5O; 9 meal tickts $4.5O.
 The Paladi lager beer is the &C., knowledged fine beer. Made by He'll man Brewing Co.
 Neck ruches in black and white ef- fects that sold from $3 to $6.5O, at Reid S Hughes's for S1 tonight.
 The United Gas Improvement Go says the gas heater is quick and handy. Try it.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23
DRINK

means to swallow liquid, to imbibe. Of course there are different kinds of liquids. We all have a choice as to which we like best Now people should be very careful what they drink. We all know or at least sur mise what intoxicating drinks will do to our brains and, in fact, to our health. Therefore We should be very solicitous as far as drinking is con- cerned. Our advice to the public Is 10 drink nothing stronger or more lnJurl- ous than good, nice tasting. palataDle Tea, Coffee oG Cocoa, and you should be very careful where you purchase them. If you buy at our store we non estIy believe you make no mistake. oe- cause we do all our own buying ana We are just egotistical enough to lh- form you of the fact that We knoW where all the Teas and Coffees grow and which is the trashy, cheap Quallly and which is the good kind-we never will buy the poor quality. We Want your trade and the only way 10 seI you is to sell a fine quality at price you pay for poor quality elseWhere. This week we will give you a very large cup and saucer or four oars Q, the best laundry soap with pouhu of our warranted good 50c Tea, or you can have a well made meat roaster or a sled (lSnown as pig stlcker) W1th one pound of our famous Baking row der. 45c per pound. our Butter IS tne same as usual, the good quality ZIG per pound, at
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23
CLEVELAND BANK FAILS.
George A. Rose, Cashier, Defaulter to the Extent of $l7O, 1000.

CLEVELAND, O, Jan. 23.-TEe Prod uce Exchange Banking company, on Broadway and Central avenue, has closed its doors. The insolvency court has appointed the Cleveland. Trust company receiver.
 The assets and liabilities of the bank are each placed at $1 100000.
 Attorney Andrew Squire, in behalf of the bank, made the following state ment:
 George A. Rose, cashier of the bank, Is defaulter to the extent of $17o,- OOO."
 1t is said that Rose Is now under guard at his home and will be taken before the grand jury today. Accord ing to statements of other bank off ciais, he will plead guilty to the charge of embezzlement.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23

DISTRICT OF WATERBURY, SS PRO 0 bate Court. Jan. 23d, 1904
 Estate of Thomas Ryan, late or waterbury in said district.
 Upon the application of Mary Ryan, executrix, praying that she may be author to sell land belonging to said estate, situated in Waterbury, on Mill street, as per applica- tion on file more fully appears, it is Ordered, That sald application be hearo and determined at the Probate Offioe in Water buryin said district. on the 18th day of Jan. A. D. 1904, at o'clock in the forenoon. ana that no- tice be given ot the pendency of said application and the time and place of hearing thereon: by publishing the same time in some news paper having circulation in said district
 By order of Court.
 James J. Cassin. Clerk.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23
There Are others

We have had So much 10 say about Clearing Sald Cotnlng that to read advs would think that was only department in store Our Hat Department has b busy with winter caps and Furnishing Department underwear gloves and hosiery The last days have celved from the manufacturers several cases shr both fancy or business) and white or dress) We carry immense stock of mems shrsthe largest this cH ana can lit you as you should be fitted Dress shirts that maoe Dy Earl Wilson S2 and dress shirts $1 $l ana Sz This is the for dress shirts etc You get best when you buy from
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23
l. CHASE
The Miller &Peck Co
Special Prices for Saturday
 Night and Monday.
Hosiery.

At Sc, Women's Fleece Lined Hose,
 value 12hc. u,, ..-..s 5 At 11c, Women's Fleece Lined Hose,
 value 15c. At 1Tc, 3 pairs for Soc, Women's,
 Misses and Children's Wool Rib
 bed Cashmere Hose, from 25c pair. At 13c. ? pairs for. 25c. Women's' East
 Black Hose with white soles, value ~ 19c. ,as @ fiE:. fgH E At $1.49. Children's Mackintoshes,
 were $2.OO. fe E At s169s. xxx Electric Seal Coats,
 were $25.O0 t1 At 49c. Ladies' Wrist Bags, were 75c. At 5c. Stock Foundations, were 1Oc. At 19c, Children's Tam O'Shanters,
 were 39c.
 At 4ec, Ladies' Kid Gloves, value
 S1.OO At 9, Ladies' Canton Flannel Draw
 CTS. were soc At 29c, Children's Outing Flannel
 Gowns, value 45c.
 At Sc, Children's Corded Corset
 Waists. were 19c.
 At 15c, 4-inch Colored Satin Taffeta
 Ribbon, was 25c. At 1Oc. 4O-inch White Lawn, from * 121zc. -.s4 @@S =e At 25c, White Fleece Lined Pique,
 from 371sc At 71sc, Fine Dress Ginghams, from
 1Oc. ./ At 45c, Smyrna Rugs. from Csc At $3.9S, Art Squares, 21ax3 yards,
 were $4.9S. At 15c Crumb Pan and Scraper At 25c, Large Turkey Feather Dus- ters.
 At $1.69, Rope Draperies, from $2.5o
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23
NOTICE.

The Board of Relief of the Town of Waterbury will be ill session Monday, February 1, at City hall, from 9 to 12 a. m.; ? to }, and to 9 p. m., to hear appeals from the doings of the asses sors and attend to any other duties of the office. b-t .....r
 INRI A. SPENCER,
 MARTIN F. PARKINSON,
 JOHN HEALY,
 1-23-7 Board of Relief.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23

Leave all job printing orders at the Democrat office, such as tickets, win dow hangers, bills, badges, programs, door checks. and in fact anything and everything that can be printed, from one letter lip to full sheet poster.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-23

TOR SALE-Three-fani fourteen-room II house at 72 Burton street. Half pur- chase price, or more, can remain on mort gage at per cent. l-Zo-6
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
Kevovitch Is Granted Divorce,

Judge Jaggard granted Keva Kevo-
witch a divorce from Fanny Kevovitcb
provided that certain conditions i'm
posed by the court shall be fulfilled.
These are that the wife shall receive
$1,000 alfmony, that she shall have the
CUSTODY Of the -months-old baby
ana that the two children next older
shall remain with her until the court
may otherwise provide for their dis
posal. The father is to have the Gus
tOdy Of the eldest Of the children. a
boy aged nine years.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
CAUTIOUS WOMAN
CATCHES PETTY CROOK
Mrs. Sophia PhIange Turns BOGUS
Stove Inspector Over to Police.

The case of Ed Young was thrown
out of court yesterday for the want of
evidence. Young, who is a versatile
chap, went to the home of Mrs Sophia
Phlange. 258 West Seventh street. Fri
day afternoon, and told the woman
that he was a stove inspector and rep
resented a fire insurance company.
Mrs. Phlange became suspicious, but
SAID nothing till Young declared that
the stove needed repairing. which he
would do for so cents. Leaving Young
the woman called a neighbor, who call
ed the police, and Young was locked up
on charge of being a suspicious char
acter. AS Young had not collected any
money he was discharged.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17

supreme court, and the writ is return
able May 2. 1t is charged that PEBBLES
was convicted in March. 1892, with hav-
Ing presented a fraudulent claim to the
beard of supervisors of his township.
He was sentenced to pay a fine OF
5000 or to serve four months in the
county jail, but the sentence has never
been enforced, and stay is still in
force. Under the Minnesota statutes
the offense is a felony, and, until he is
purged by proper punishment or a par
don, the convicted man is ineligible to
office. PEBBLES, however was elected a
supervisor at the last township cleo
ton, and the supreme court action is
taken to prevent his occupancy of the
office. 1t was taken at the instance
of Attorney General w. J. Donahower,
the law making action on his part
mandatory. PEBBLES had refused to va
cate the office peaceably.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
DEALERS ARE FINED
FOR SUNDAY WORK
Merchants Pay 500 Each for keepino
Stores Open on Sunday.

J. NJ. Macnider, dealer in mems fnr-
nishing goods at Sixth and Wahasha
streets; D. StrOuse and l.. A. Hausnr
clothiers, and E. NJ. KINDLY, were ar
raigned in the police court Yesterday
morning charged, on complaint of n.
Q. Amluxen, with having kept their
places open on Sunday, in violation of
law The date named in the Strouse
case IS April 10, and in the others
pleaded guilty and each paid a fine of
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
Music Teachers to Meet in Duluth.

The third annual meeting Of the Min
nesota Music Teachers association will
be held in Duluth June 16, II and 49,
A large number of musicians of the
Twin Cities and all parts OF the state
are expected to attend. The programme
will include a lecture by w. j. Hender-
son, the New York critic and writer, on
music, and a recital by M. Emile Sau-
ret, round table" festival Of mu-
sic and social and recreation features.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
HONEST WOMAN FINDS
FAT PURSE IN DEPOT
Wisconsin Girl Picks Up 500 and Has
Money Returned to Owner.

James Farrell, depot master at the
union station, was given a pocketbook
containing about 500 yesterday after
noon by Gussie Gibson, of Lafont. Wi.
who said that she had found it in the
Woman's waiting room. Mr.. Farrell
looked for the owner and in a few mo-
ments found that the purse had been
dropped by Louisa Padden, of Morton,
Mimi, and was able to return the book
and contents to the owner before she
had taken the train.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
Lace robes Of greet beauty

made a deep impression on the men,
bers OF the board, and were 1t not for
the second indictment just found
against former Mayor Ames 1t is be-
neVed that the chances would be all in
favor Of the younger brothers release.
This latest development In the case
may result, however, in the ex-chief
staying at Saltwater longer.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17

tional Cathedral at Washington" by
w. H. Singleton, Of Washington, d. c.;
election of officers and reception by
the Minnesota Church club at the
Commercial club. Thursday there will
be read a paper on THE Proposed
Change in the Name of the Church."
by E. c. Niles, of Concord, N. H.; the
selection of the next place of meeting,
installation Of officers and an outing
with members of the Minnesota
Church club.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
Motion for New Trial Is Argued.

In the case of Caroline Lesch against
the Great Northern road the defend
ants motion for new trial was ar
gued yesterday and taken under ad-
Vlsefnent Mrs. Lesch was recently
awarded verdict against the railroad
company of $4,000 for alleged f1ano9o ,o
to reputation and nervous shock bv
reason Of the fact that detectives had
made search for stolen property AT
her home on Buffalo street.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
PEBBLES IN TROUBLE
AnOka County Township Of
flCer May Lose His Job.

Daniel PEBBLES, chairman of the
board of supervisors of the town of
Blaine, Anoka county, must show the
supreme court by virtue Of what au-
thority he occupies his exalted posi-
ton. May has been named as the
date when the man from Blaine must
show cause.
Blain was yesterday served with
writ of quo warranto, issued out OF the
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
MRS. AMES WAITS
Pardon Board Still Considers
Plea for Ex-Chief'S Release.

The state board of pardons has ar
rived at no decision in the matter Of
the application of Col. Fred w. Ames
to be released from the saltwater peni-
tertiary The board still has the case
under advisement, and the impression
is quite general about the capitol that
some concession will be made to the
prisoner. Mrs. Ames' appeal before
the board, backed up by the showing
made by the prisoners attorney, has
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
CHURCH CLUBS HAVE
STRONG PROGRAMME
Bishop EdssIl Will Deliver Address at
National Conference.

The programme for the national con-
ference of the Church Clubs of the
United States, to be held at Christ
church this week, has been arranged.
Wednesday there will be an address
by Bishop Edsall; annual address by
the president ]. S. Conner, of Cincin-
natl; paper on "The Attitude of the
State Towards Delinquent Boys and
Girls" Judge r. S. Tuthill, of Chicago;
paper on THE Desirability Of Ma
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
OLD MAN is RUN
DOWN BY MILK WAGON
William Hunt CoIides With Team
Driven by NeIs Nelson.

While crossing Seventh Street. near
jackson, yesterday afternoon William
Hunt. eighty-four years of age, was
run down by a milk team driven by
Nels Nelson and severely injured. The
police ambulance was called and DIR.
q. A. Moore attended the man. who
was later sent to the city hospital. At
late hour last night it was said that
the man is in no danger. Nelson wa
arrested.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
Ladies' Aid Society to Entertain.

The Ladies' Aid Society of the Pa
cific Congregational CHURCH will give
an entertainment in the church Friday
evening. There will be vocal and in
strumental music and a dialogue.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
CITY NEWS

Board to Appoint Sparrow Cops-The
city park board will meet in regular SEES
sion Monday at 4:30 p. m, and, it is eX-
pected, will then appoint park policemen
for the coming season.
JUDGE orr Turns Out Citizens-Judge
Orr granted final papers of citizenship to
ten applicants yesterday Since Jan. 1 of
this year more than 500 men of foreign
birth have secured naturalization papers
from the district court.
ST Paul Boy Is Honored-Walter Rich
ardson. son of Harris Richardson, of st.
Paul, has been selected as one of ten
speakers to compete for the Means prize
at Phillips college, Andover, Mass. The
contest will be held In May.
Fireman Dies From His Burns-NIatthew
Kohler. the fireman who. was terribly
burned at Schmidt's brewery Friday
evening, died at the city hospital yester-
day morning at o'clock. Kohler suf-
1ered from inhaling the flames.
Norsemen's League Concert-At the
First Baptist church Tuesday evening the
Norsemen's Musical league will present
q popular concert The solOists will be
Mrs. Vienna Neel Riedelsberger, pianist;
Jason Wait organist Harry E. Phillips,
baritone, and Olaf HAS, violinist.
o
Federation of Women's Clubs to Meet
The spring meeting of the Fourth district
of the Minnesota Federation of Womens
Clubs will be held May at 3 o'clock at
the Commercial club parlOrs. After the
business session Miss Nellie Hopes or
chest1a will give a musical programme.
Sons of Denmark Celebrate Today-To-
day the Sons of Denmark will celebrate
their tenth anniversary with banquet
and ball at Vasa hall Speeches will be
made by II. p. Anderson, August Hen
lickson and others. During the enter
ralnment the Danish Singing society will
render a few numbers. The committee
Is composed of the newly elected officers,
Al. Rasmussen, J. H. Olsen and Peter
AIunkolm
ST. Mary's Industrial School Closest.
AIarys Industrial school closed yesterday
morning. Each Of the pupils was given
a present yesterday. Lillian ODonnell
won the prize for good attendance for
the senior class and Catharine Roache
Tor the Junior class. The prizes We're two
gold crosses. which were presented to
The sewing school by Miss Clara Hill.
a photograph of the school in session
was taken for the st. Louis exposition
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
Have You Tried

Our 80 minutes service on Lumber. Roof
Ing. Nails, Hardware, Poultry Netting
renee Posts, Carrara Paint, Etc? i,
Lamb Lumber Co, 5th and Exchange.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
New fabric belts
CAT the notion department.

IHL tH6 HOIION U8pNTLW6HLJ
There should be an individual belt
for every gown or skirt.
Take, for instance, the gowns you
are having made for spring or sum-
mer. Why not have a belt to match?
We can make it for you, using your
own ideas, or you may leave the
style Of it in the very capable hands
Of our own belt designer.
There are many new belt ideas
ready to show tomorrow, and a
hundred styles of new buckles.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17

Don't forget to register Tuesday,
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17
A collection Of II an
fine 1000 L"
Oriental rugs each 1fsVV

Genuine Oentas that you buy with confidence quail
y and value Only 40 of hem-Antque Mossouls Guenges
kazaks Shirvans and 29oochsans all fine handsome
signs and ares of colorings Any of them 2OO0
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17

will want at least a half-dozen
gowns-and on this outlook we've
provided an unusually fine assert
ment. All the extreme novelties are
here in the open effects Examines
or the burlap weaves. Prices vary
from soc to 1.25 for the fine things.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1904-04-17

A superb lot of fine wool suitings,
in spring weights and spring cOlOrs.
AS stylish a fabric as will be
found. Prominent in the lot are
and medium blue grounds, with tou
As inches wide.