The Newtown bee., 1905-06-09

Mrs wv. M. Thomas and Mrs Joseph Wallbank. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon, Rev J. F. Plumb officiating. It was said to be the largest funeral procession that had passed through the streets of New Milford in many years, there being Il carriages in line. There were num- Der of floral tributes, including pill low design from the family, a pillow CTS from Mrs Isaac Bristol, carnations from M iss Nellie Keane. The pail bearers were Charles Planz, Henry Donnelly, David Cooper, John Robin son, Horace Allen and James Arm strong. Funeral Director Bennett had the arrangements in charge. The burial was in the Center cemetery. OPERA HOUSE ATTRACTIONS. Although there are many comedies on the road at present, there are few that can boast of the continued suc- cess and popularity enjoyed by "Hunt- ing for Hawkins" that delightfully."- funny comedy which will be the at- traction at the Opera house tonight Friday). It is presented by cast of metropolitan players and it's many bright comedy situations are enlivened
 
 cilaties., The comedy is clean and wholesome and "Hunting for Haw- kins" may be depended upon to drive away the blues and cause many a hearty laugh during the two and half hours of it's presentation.
 ELOQUENT SERMONS BY REV FATHER
 HUGHSON.
 Rev Father Hughson, of the Order of the Holy Cross, of New York, was the guest of Rev Dr Hare over Sunday. He preached at All Saints church in the morning and afternoon, and to great congregation at St Johns church in the evening. His subject at St Johns church was, Except ye be con- verted and become as little children" etc. He gave sermon of great elo- quence and power, it being character chorus of the two churches united at the evening service.
 EXTENDING THE TELEPHONE SERVICE LOCALLY.
 The following residents of Second Hill and Chestnut Land districts will residences: Lauren Garfield, E. J. Calvin, B. B. Booth, Andrew Clark, Robert Hungerford, Buckingham farm, John O'Connor, G. c. Bristol, Law renee Camp, Mrs Ell Clark, Samuel Thompson, Jacob Hipp and Thomas Richmond.
 SERVICES FOR THE POLISH PEOPLE.
 Father J. J. McCabe of Naugatuck was at the church of St Francis Xavier, Monday and Tuesday, hearing the confessions of the Polish people, and conducting services for their ben eft. The streets and stores of the village were filled with people of the Polish nationality during these days. NOTES FROM ST JOHNS.
 Rev J. F. Plumb was in Middletown, Wednesday, to attend the graduating exercises at the Berkeley Divinity | school.
 N. H. ROOT WORKED AT SANDY HOOK IN EARLY SIXTIES.
 Nathan H. Root learned his trade as timer of Rev H. l.. Wheeler in the building burned at Sandy Hook, last week Wednesday. He also worked for MT Wheeler after the war. MT Root boarded with MT Wheeler.
 GOOD SEASON IN PROSPECT AT LAKE l WARAMAUG.
 The prospect is that the season at Lake Waramaug will be remarkably y brisk, this year. The hotels have had proprietors naturally feel elated.
 FELL BACK ON THE FAITHFUL HORSE.
 A party going to Litchfeld had their automobile break down at Boardman, Saturday. Beeman & Strong furnished teams to take them to Litchtield. PLACING FIRE PROOF SHUTTERS ON MAIN STREET BLOCKS.
 Fire proof shutters are being placed on the First National Bank and the Green-Randall blocks. The shutters are wooden frame, covered over with sheet tin. A. H. McMahon has taken the contract to do the timing.
 George A. Barnes of Sherman and F. E. Baldwin of Worthwhile dined at the New England house, Tuesday.
 Dea F. A. Curtis and A. B. Camp o1 Warren were in town, Tuesday.
 day., "Hunting For Hawkins" will be presented. This is one of the funniest comedies on the American stage to- day, and it is needless to say that il will be greeted by packed house The comedy is clean and wholesome and the specialties more than ordina . rily clever. It will be presented by z cast of New York players especially engaged for this tour.
 Mrs PhineaS Clark is convalescint nicely from her operation. She wa able to walk about the yard, Monday
 Fred Travers has taken position with Beeman & Strong, the liverymen for the season. He was formerly ir charge of the livery stable of Georg . F. Pixley, and is an excellent man a the business.
 Nathan II. Root passed Monday a