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The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
Twenty-Five 6-year-old beevee for
sale by j. H. McNecly.
Proclamation.
STATE OF LOUISIANA. /


Executive Department.
WHEREAS: Freehoiders, qualified electors,
over twenty-five in number. OF the Incorporated
town of Colfax. in the Parish OF Grant, ana
State of Louisiana, have, in pursuance OF the
Act No. 1885, entitled An Act for the creation
and government of municipal corporations
throughout the State and defining their powers
and duties," approved July 18th, 1893 did peti-
tion the Mayor and Board OF Councilmen OF ine
said town of Colfax to order special election
for the purpose of testing the sense Of the qnal,
fed electors of the said town OF Colfax, FOR
and =, gainst' the provisions Of said Act NO.
1875 of 1899, and
WHEREAS: said election was held on the I'D
day of August 1906 and resulted as follows:
For the adoption Of Act No. 1856 of 1893. 81 votes
Against adoption of Act No. 1855 Ut 1893: 0votes
NOW. therefore, 1, Newton Grain Blanchard
Governor of the State of Louisiana. acting nm,
der and by virtue of the authority in me vested
by law, and more particularly by the PROVISIONS
OF Act No. 1856 of 1885, approved july 18TH. lo:,o
do issue this my proclamation declaring fhe
Town of Colfax to be corporation IN law, VIII
the metes and bounds as now existing. witt
power to enjoy and exercise all the powers, and
rights and privileges conferred upon 1t by arc
under the provisions of said Act No. 1856 of 1893
| and amendments thereto. or as may hereafter d
| conferred upon il by law.
WITNESS my signature and impress OF I'M
Great Seal of the State OF Louisiauar at the Gap
| ifol in the city of Baton Rouge. this It'll day o
''p'''' NEWTON C. BLANCHARD.
JOHN T. MICHEL.
Secretary of State.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
yellow Fever Notes.

The New Orleans mortuary report Tor
the week ending Sept. 10th, gave ~
deaths from yellow fever. The death
rate for this week as far as We can learn
has averaged or 5 day. with the pum-
Der of new cases practically the same.
September being considered the cru
cial month, the conditions in the city are
regarded as very hopeful. In fact SO
hopeful that President Roosevelt has &C.
cepted an invitation to visit New Orleans
on the oath of October, at which time II
is claimed all danger will be past.
The fever has developed at Bayou
Matches, in Natchitoches parish, and the
Indications are that there is nest Of
thirty or forty cases in that locality. Al
a consequence rigid quarantine is being
enforced against that parish. A Telegram
lust to hand to Mr.. j. A. Williams say
one death mile and half from Natchi
toches. but no fever in the town.
Alexandria reported 2 new cases OF
Thursday, making 5 cases under treat
ment, no new cases and no other suspect
ed cases. From the report We Judge tina
Miss Brashear and Mr.. Whitaker ar
we'll and discharged.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
An Enjoyable Entertainments.

An Enjoyable Entertaihmch1'
The Needle Craft Clnb was delight
fully entertained by Miss Claudia Nc
Neely on last Wednesday afternoon
at the beautiful home OF Mrs. I. d.
McNeely.
At this meeting OF the club the
members INDUCED In an art contest.
Each member drew a spray OF forget
me-nots, and the one showing the
prettiest work was awarded an eye
let dolly in wheat design. The prize
was aw arded to Miss Lizzie Goodwin
after a comparison Of the numerous
pieces of pretty work of the members
had been carefully examined by the
committee, composed OF Mrs. q. Wa
fer, Mrs. w. B. Clarke and Mrs. X. +.
Mcknight.
After the embroidery contest an ex-
cellent luncheon was served. consist
ing OF chicken breast, dressing, pea
nut sand witches, Jelly, olives. Waldorf
salad in apple cups, and fruit punch
served in cut glass bowls. The table
decorations consisted OF exquisite
needle work and jardiniers OF white
roses.
| Those present were Mesdames T. H
McNeely. W. ID. Lurry, E. II. Black
wood, G. Wafer. w. b. Clarke, 4. Il
Mcknight, and Misses Claudia Nc
Nicely. Lizzie GOODWIN, Hattie Cam
eron. Nora Knotzsch and Mildred
Long.
The Club will meet next Wednesda,
afternoon at the residence OF Mrs. 4
HI. Blackwood.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
Timber Land Notice.

United States Land Office.
New Orleans, Louisiana,
July %, 1905. J.
Notice is hereby given that IN compil-
ance with the provisions of the Act OF
Congress of June 3. 1878, entitled IAN
act for the sale of timber lands in the
States of California. Oregon, Nevada, and
Washington Territory" as extended to
all public lands states by act OF August
4, 1892.
of Black Creek, county of Grant, State
of Louisiana, has this day fled in this
Office his sworn statement No. 602, for the
purchase of the Sc Of SW SW q
of Sc Il. Sec. 2, Up Z North. Range =
| West, and will offer proof to show that
the land sought is more valuable tor its
timber or stone than for agricultural
purposes. and to establish his claim to
that land before Jas. j. O'Quinn. Clerk
of District Court, at Colfax, La, on Mon
day, the 30th day OF October, 1905.
He names as witnesses Thos. Biddle'
Allen Faircloth, VIM. e. hurry and Ar
thur Blackwell, ell OF Black Creek, La.
Any and all persons claiming adversely
the above described lands are requested
to file their claims in this Office on or be-
fore said 10Th day of October, 1905.
WALTER L. COHEN.
aup5 Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
Land Office at New Orleans, La,

September 8, 1905.
Notice is hereby given that the follow
ing. named settler has fled notice of his
intention to make final proof in support
OF his claim, and that said proof will be
made before Jas. ]. O'Quinn. Clerk d. e.,
at Colfax. La, on Oct. 30. 1905. viz:
CHARLES H. MCBRIDE,
for the H. E. 24j85, for N hf of SW Or.
sec. II, township 8 north. range west.
He names the following witnesses to
prove his continuous residence upon and
cultivation of said land, viz:
q. B. Deem, of Tide. La, r. M. Deem,
OF Tide, La, r. F. Albright. OF Verda,
La, Jesse Thompson. OF Villas, La.
WALTER L. COHEN.
sept23 Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Mr.. John Fauntleroy, who went to
Monroe several weeks ago to take q
position in a mercantile establish
ment. had the misfortune to lose his
wardrobe the other day. He changed
his boarding houses, and instructed
that his trunk, telescope, etc.. be sent
to his new boarding place, but the
negro entrusted with the job failed to
make the proper transfer. Now ou1
young friend is soliciting police ole
to find his wardrobe and some valu
able letters.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

We are sorry to learn from Mr.. j,
NJ. Hanchey Of the death OF Mr.. Chas
Payne, OF Aloha, which occurred
about 6 O'Clock Wednesday evening
Sept. 20. 1905. He was about 30 years
of age and leaves wife and two OF
three children. We understand thai
his death resulted suddenly from con
sumption. as he only took to his be-
the day he died. He was at thu
Chronicle Office just elk days prior t.
his death. aud seemed to be In excel
lent spirits. although complaining o
having a little fever. To his relative
and friends the Chronicle extend
coincidence.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Land Office at New Orleans, La.

September Z, I9O6.
Notice ia hereby given that the follow
ing-named settler has fled notice OF his
intention to make final proof in support
of his claim, and that said proof will be
made before Clerk of Court at Colfax,
La, on Oct. 80. 1905, viz:
ASA q. GUN,
for the heirs of Thomas F. GUN. decd,
H. E. 23,5O3 for the w hf of NV or, Sc
or of NV or, and SW Or of NE Or, sec.
To 9 north. range west La. Mer.
He names the following Witnesses to
prove his continuous residence upon and
cultivation of said land, viz:
Mack Magee, w. T. Killen, Nj. B. Guin
]. A. B!ackshear. all of Zion, La.
WALTER L. COHEN,
sept23 Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
Land Office at New Orleans, La,

September y. lSO.
Notice is hereby given that the follow
lug named settler has filed notice OF bis
intention to make final proof in support
Of Ills claim, and that said proof will be
made before JAS j. O'Quinn, Clerk d. C.,
at Colfax, La. on Oct. 30, 1905. viz:
EUGENE SLAYTER,
of Black Greek. La, II. E. 23.459 for the
SW or of Sc or, section "a. township :
north, range ? west.
He names the following witnesses q
prove bis continuous residence upon and
cultivation of said land. viz:
j. r. Sherlcy, of Dry Prong, La, w. y
Hutchinson, of Black Greek. La, ID. 3
Collins, of Black Creek, La, j. H. John
son, of Dry Prong. La.
WALTER L. COHEN,
septic Register
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
Like Finding Money.

Finding health is like finding money
so think those who are sick. When
you have a cough, cold, sore throat, or
chest irritation, better act promptly like
w. G. Barber, of Sandy Level, We he
saws: Il had terrible chest trouble.
caused by smoke and coal dust on my
lungs: but. after finding no relief in other
remedies, was cured by DR.. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption, Coughs and
Colds" Greatest sale of any cough OF
lung medicine in the world At Ores
cent Drug Co; SOC and 81 90: guaranteed
Trial bottle free.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

The Chronicle has a 6-page COM
munica ton this week, about a mat
ter that has been relegated to the
courts for settlement, and Is no long
er a subject for newspaper discussion.
1t Is also a matter of private griev.
ance. that the courts should decide
and we decline to publish 1t for the
reason that the public has, interest
except in the courts finding.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Tho quality OF the pressed brick
made by the Fouke Brick Co. at Col
fax are the '.best by test OF any made
in this State. The clay from which
they are madeis peculiarly fine. They
have the distinction OF U. s. Govern
ment approval over the brick made
in a dozen other localities. Mr.. Henry
Edgington, the manager, is practi'
chi brick man from Texarkana. and
has had large experience. He has
lust finished burning . large Kiln o
excellent brick. and IL now putting'r
another, which will soon be ready tt
have the tires started In the furnaces
See td. In this paper.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
$26 California.

From September 18th to October Slst,
inclusive. the Texas & Pacific railway
will sell one-way seconded colonist
tickets to California common points at
rate of sos for all stations west OF Nine
ola, Texas, and proportionately low rates
from all East Texas and Louisiana points
Tourist sleeping car privelages may be
obtained in connection with above tick
cts at less than one-bah the regular Pull.
man rates. For further information call
on any ticket agent, or write E. T: Turn
or, General Passenger Agent, Dallas
Taxua
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Mr.. DIN Curry, who Is located at
Jasper, Texas, with one OF the best
livery and transfer systems In east
Texas, is doing a fine business. He
sends the editor 81 for years ad-
vance subscription, and says: May
you live long and prosper. With
best wishes to you and family
Good wishes with a substantial back
bone like that are very encouraging
in these duh and depressing times
and we reciprocate his good will very
heartily,
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
Land Office at New Orleans, La,
Aucust 81 1903.


Notice is hereby given that the follow
inr-pamed settler has fled notice of his
intention to make final proof in support
Of his claim, and that said proof will DE
made before w. w. Wilmington, Dr.,
U. S. Commissioner. at Alexandra, La:
on Sept. g, 1906, between the hours OF
a. m. ana p. M, viz:
SAMUEL A. LANNON'S,
H. E. No. 2379S for the NE u OF Sc a
Sc n of NE n, sec. 8, and N a OF SW
X. sec. 9, tp9N n, range E., La. Mer.
He names the following witnesses *
prove his continuous residence upon and
cultivation OF said land. viz: Wm. .
Price, Samuel Gsigsby. VIM. l. DECKER
son, Louis o. Cathey. all OF GEORGETOWN
La. WALTER L. COHEN.
au26 Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
EMMA E. PRINCE,
Land Office at New Orleans, La,

September 10, I9Oo.
Notice Is hereby given that the follow
ing named settler has filed notice OF his
intention to make final proof in support
of his claim, and that said proof will be
made before Jas. j. O'Qmnn, d. c., al
Colfax, La, on Oct. 30, 1905, viz:
GEORGE A. WHITE,
H. e. q, GIG for the NV Or sec. 6, tip
north, range 2 west.
He names the following witnesses tc
prove his continuous residence upon ano
cultivation of said land, viz:
d. NJ. Pugb, Geo. Futrell, Charley Ra
ley, w. B. Richardson, all OF Fntrell, La
WALTER L. COHEN,
sept23 Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

DIR. M. Dunn came near meeting
with a serious accident last Saturday
night while going to Aloha. His
horse fell with him and bruised his
leg, and for a while 1t was thought
his knee was sprained. We are glad
to learn that the Doctor Is getting
around as lively as ever now.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
Iand Office at New Orleans. La,

september D, lSoC.
Notice is hereby given that the follow
ing-named settler has filed notice OF his
intention to make final proof in support
of his claim, and that said proof will be
made before Jas. j. O'Quinn, ID. G., at
Colfax. La, on Oct. 30, 1905, VIZ: II. E.
No. 26.327
WILLIAM B. FLANAGAN,
of Verda, La, for the s Il of Sc u, NV
n OF Sc Il and NE a OF SW "a, sec 1
To s north, range west, La. Mer.
He names the following witnesses te
prove his continuous residence upon ano
cultivation of said land, viz:
w. w. Friday. Oliver Friday, j. w
Wear, Robt. Albright. all OF Verda p. o.
La. WALTER L. COHEN,
sept23 Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

We are gratifed to learn that it is
now considered quite probable that
Mr.. W. l.. Whitaker. who has been
at such critical stage OF health in
a st. Louis sanitarium for some time
past, will recover his health. This is
an item of news that his many warm
friends in Grant parish will be glad
to hear. and hope for its realization.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Rev. T. X. Fauntleroy preached In
the court house last Sunday evening,
and these services will continue at 8
D. m. every Sunday until further
notice
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Mr.. Robt. Richardson, in charge OF
Mr.. N. Fletcher's store at Aloha,
having got under the weather bit
from chills and fever, came to Colfax
last Sunday and remained at home
four days to recuperate.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
money.

Every man owes it to himself and
his family to master trade or pro-
fession. Read the display advertise
ment of the six Morse Schools OF Tel
egraphy In this issue, and learn how
easily a young man may learn teleg-
raphy and be assured a position.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
Affankad IVA Mob

and beaten, in labor riot, until covered
with sores, Chicago street car conduc,,
tor applied Bucklen's Arnica Salve, and
was soon sound and well, II nse it in
nv family" writes G.. j. WEIGH. OF lie.
konsha, Mich, "and find it perfect.
Simply great Jor cuts aud burus. Only
25c at Crescent Drug Co.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
Notices Of Final Proof.
Land Office at New Orleans, La,
A.,uusf al 1QQ1

Land Office at New Orleans, La, [
August 81, 1905. )
Notice is hereby gwen that the follow
ing-named settler has filed notice OF bis
intention to make final proof in support
of his claim, and that said proof will be
made before Jas. j. O'Quinn, Clerk D. O..
at Colfax, La, on Oct. 30, 1905, viz:
OLIVER B. DEAN,
for the H. E. 81 ,8O7 for northwest quar-
ter of section II, tip 8 north, range B west
La. Mer.
He names the following witnesses t.
prove his continuous residence upon anc
cultivation of said land, viz:
C. II. Mcbride, of Tide, La, +. +. All
bright. of Verda, La., r. M. Deem, o
Tide, La, Jesse Thompson, OF Villas, La
WALTER L. COHEN,
s23 Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
sept23
Land Office at New Orleans. La.
nf,,,of % 1Q0S-

August %, 1905:
Notice is hereby given that the follow
irg-named settler has filed notice OF his
intention to make final proof tn support
of his claim, and that said proof will be
made before w. w. Wilmington, Jr., U
s. Commissioner, at Alexandria, La, or
Sept. %, 1905, between the hours OF . a
m. and p. M, viz:
PATRICK G. STREET.
H. E. No. q, 769 for the lots l, 2, 3, and 4
sec. 5, tp north. range l east. La. Mer.
He names the following witnesses II
prove his continuous residence upon ana
cultivation OF said land, viz: Jas. M
Herne, Lemuel B. Stott. John w. Stott
of Rochelle. La, John Wesley Capps. o
Georgetown, La.
WALTER L. COHEN,
ans Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
cor on cheap.

He may well think, he has got of
cheap, who. after having contracted con-
stipation or inigestion, is still able to
perfectly restore his health. Nothing
will do this but DIR. Kings New Life
Pills. A quick, pleasant and certain cure
for headache, constipation etc. 25c at
Crescent Drug Co; guaranteed.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

For the convenience Of the general
public the Crescent drug store has
laid in a supply Of postage stamps,
and you can suit your convenience
by purchasing stamps either at the
postoffice or from the Crescent.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Rev. H. NJ. Raglan has published a
lecture on "Divine Sovereignty and
Human Agency Reconciled and Briefly
Explained" His showing OF how
they cooperate in elevating mankind
to nm exalted state OF happiness is
quite interesting. and the work is
greatly appreciated by all who have
read IT,
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

The ladies of the w. C. 7. o. will
hold their regular monthly meeting
for September at the residence ol
Mrs. G. II. Mcknight on Thursday
next. 2Sth instant.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
Land Office at New Orleans, La,

OtpCcfNUcT ID, IVOOs ]
Notice is hereby given that the follow
ing. named settler has filed notice OF his
intention to make final proof in support
of his claim. and that said proof will be
made before Clerk of Court, at Colfax
La, on Oct. 80, 1905, viz:
EMMA E. PRINCE,
H. E. q, l56 for the E hf OF Sc Or. sec
"a, tp 6 north, range west, La. Mer.
He names the following witnesses t.
prove his continuous residence upon and
cultivation OF said land, viz:
z. E. TORY, of Ada, La, Winburr
Honeycutt. OF Ada, La, Jesse Coleman
of Morris, La, Columbus Coleman, o
Morris, La.
WALTER L. COHEN,
sept23 Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Get into the habit OF going to the
bank instead OF the postoffice when
you wish to send off money. The
bank will do all the work for you
and guarantee you against loss OF the
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Choir practice at the Baptist church
every Thursday evening has come to
be quite sociable event of late, and
good crowds attend to enjoy the
singing. Miss Livie Long is the or
ganist, and the choir is improving
rapidly in its singing.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Mr.. T. M. Wells having got settled in
his new postoffice quarters. is now de-
voting his energies towards finding out
why Colfax can't have more than two
mails a week.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Losr.-Between Pollock and Col
fax, a gray coat with fishing tackle
in pocket. Finder will please return
to J. j. O'Quinn, Colfax, La.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

The season is near at hand when
you will need salt to preserve your
meat. McNeely's got 1t at jobbers
prices.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

The people of Montgomery are adver-
Using for contractor to tear down their
old school bnilding and rebuild it in the
new town. See the advertisement.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23
A car of salt at McNeely's.

Try barrel OF McNeely'snew Texas
sweet -four.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

A car load Of high grade Texas
-four just received at McNeely's.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Fine papeteries and school sup
niles. the best, at Crescent drug store.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Prof. J. +. WEIGH has decided to
postpone the opening OF the Colfax
high school until Monday, Oct. &c.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

For SALE-25 beeves, 6years old
well fed, fat and fine. Apply to
J. III. McNEELY.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

Mr.. ]. NJ. Hanchey, Jr., OF Aloha,
was visiting friends in Colfax last
E,udov
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

II necessary the Bank OF Colfax viii
remit your money by telegraph.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1905-09-23

The cheapest and safest way to re-
nit money Is by bank exchange.
The Newtown bee., 1905-02-24
OBITUARY.
BENNETT BLACKMAN.

One of Newtown's oldest citizens passed away in the death, Tuesday morning, of Bennett Blackman, who was 84 years and four months old. He had been in feeble health for more than a year, having suffered several apoplectic shocks. MT Blackman was a son of Samuel and Eunice Ann Skid more Blackman of Newtown, and at an early age learned the trade of comb maker, and from 1S4O to 1848 he fol- lowed that business at The Neck, near Lake George. He then engaged in the butchery business, locating first in Hawleyville in 1850, and in 1862 he moved to Newtown village, where he continued the business until 1881, when he relinquished to his son, John H. Blackman. In 1876 he represented the town in the Legislature, and he was constable for 20 years, member of the board of relief one year, grand juror for 20 years, and assessors for one term. Miss HepSa Shepard, daughter of Or rin Shepard of Newtown. She died November 27, 1856, and in January, 1S6O he married Elizabeth Platt, who died in August, 1889. By his first wife he had two children: Susan Jane Short and Former Selectman John H. Blackman, the latter with whom he made his home. The funeral occurred on Thursday afternoon, Rev J. H. George officiating.
The Newtown bee., 1905-02-24
AT BETTS'.

A prime lot of seedless oranges.
 Try a sample of Foley's Honey of Tar at Betts & Betts'.
 A nice line of table and shelf oil cloths at Betts'.
 l.. c. Morris, H. W. Wright and Deputy Sheriff Johnson were called to Bridgeport, Wednesday, as witnesses in the case of State vs. H. K. Seibert, who at the last pleaded guilty to for gerY. Seibert worked for MT Wright, last May, for two weeks. May l7 he cashed a $lO check, purporting to have been drawn by MT Wright, and left town. Early in June he signed the name of Henry F. Squires of New Milford to Sl0 check and cashed it at, Smiths saloon, New Milford. The forgery was at once discovered and he was landed in Litchtield jail for six months. Judge George w. Wheeler concluded that Seibert was an old hand at the business and sentenced him to not less than 2 years or more than four years in States prison.