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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
The Cause of Blight.

Blights are caused by minute plants called fungi. These are vegetable parasites, which sink their roots into the substance of the plants and draw nourishment therefrom. As long as the plants can supply more food than these parasites can use, the effects of the blight is not apparent. As soon as the parasites begin to use more food than their host plants supply. the leaves or twigs. as the case may be- die, or such parts of them as are affected by the blight.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
STORIES ABOUT HAWLEY.
How the Former Senator Surprised
 Some Britishers With . Rifle.


 Some Britishers With a Rihe.
 The late General Joseph Roswell Hawley, ex-senator from Connecticut, had an interesting experience one summer, says Washington dispatch to the St. Louis obe-Democrat. Shortly after congress adjourned he took a trip to England, accompanied by his wife While there they ran down to Halstead. where Mrs. Haw- ley was born. Halstead is a modest town whose fame is purely local. It has a rife range where British sol diers are taught that skill with the rifle which makes them such terrible foes to the wretched unarmed savages whom they afterward now down with great glory in Africa. Senator Haw- ley was well known in army circles abroad and was promptly invited to attend the shooting. He watched Tom my Atkins for some time. and there was an expression on his face as he saw tbeir wretched shooting that he was too courteous to put into words.
 His opinion, when finally asked by one of the inspectors. was discreet, so discreet. indeed, that one of the of f1cers, with a tinge of sarcasm. sug- gested that the British officers would be glad to see how a distinguished American soldier could shoot. Gener- al Haw,ey was nearer seventy than sixty, but he promptly took up rife and calmly made three successive bullseyes for British edification. Aft CT the British soldiers recovered from their surprise General Hawley modest ly confessed that he was accounted one of the best rifle shots in the United States and at a subsequent dinner to which he invited tEe officers showed them a number of medals and trophies which he had won at various rife ranges in the United States.
 Senator Hawiey of Connecticut was walking along one of the capitol corri- dors the other day. says the Brooklyn Eagle. when he was approached by two women. one of whom said to him:
 Will you please show us the presi- dents room!"
 The senator was delighted. He not only did the honors of the presidents room. but he also escorted his charges to the apartment of the committee on military affairs. where he displayed the frescoes with a good deal Of pride. Aft erward the party visited one or two other rooms. and then tine women turn ell to leave the building. As they part ed with the senator one of them slipped . quarter into his hand.
 "My dear madam" said General Hawley- q am cnc of the senators from Connecticut. si-d really cannot accept anything of this sort
 Goodness exclaimed the woman. Are you . senator: Why. I thought you were doorkeeper-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
six Miners Killed.

PRINCETON. Ind. March 23.-As a result of an explosion in the Princeton coal mines, near here. six miners have been taken out dead and five badly in jurei. The bodies were rescued two hours after the explosion. the delay be- ing caused by the inability of the res cuers to combat afterdamp. The five injured were brought to the surface thirty minutes after the explosion. They were found heaped together in an unconscious state.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
"Picnic" in a Gasome eter

A number of the Newbury civic dig nitaries took tea in a new gasholder wnich has just been added to the mu- nicipal gasworks. They had to be lowered into the steel tank by means of powerful crane. to which was at- tached wooden carriage. Congratu- latory speeches were made and toasts dunk.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Beef Irust InauirN Secret.

CHICAGO. March 23.-Sworn to ab- solute secrecy and guarded on every side by deputy United States mar shals and federal secret service men. the special grand jury ordered 10 in vestigate the beef trust began its ac. tual work after receiving instructions from Judge !. Otis Humphrey. Eleven witnesses were examined as to the re lations between the packing firms and the railroads.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Told by the Fingers.

If when the hand is open, the first and second fingers are further apart than the rest. independence of thought is indicated; if the third and fourth are widest, independence of action is shown. If both are equally apart. orig inality and self-reliance may be taken as the leading characteristics of the owner of the hand.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
An Exposure.

A lawyer. pleading the case of an in- fant plaintiff. took the child. suffused with tears. in his arms. and presented it to the jury. This had a great ef- feet until the lawyer of the opposite side asked what made him cry. He pinched me-" answered the little inno- cent.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Danger in Fireplaces.

In view of the startling fact that in . single year 1884 London children have died in consequence of injuries received from open fireplaces, an effort is being made to have law enacted to punish parents who leave children unguarded in rooms that have such fireplaces.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Two Pictures of the Time.

Italy and Switzerland shaking hands over a great engineering feat which is to benefit mankind for generations is ! picture much more fitting in the twentieth century than Russia and Japan springing at each others throats over a pile of bloody corpses. The contrast between the two pictures ought to have its due effect.-Baltimor Amer ican.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
"Keep kovin',"

Once let a man settle down to the belief that he is past the age of achieve ment, and he might as well bAaeblAMas formed, so far as his use instnH%6fM is concerned. Just keep sweet and keep movin'," to quote Burdette. and something will come of it. be the age 30 or 60.-New Bedford Standard.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Seco.d Disbursement In SIocum Case

NEW YORK. March 2,.-For the sec ond time jury haa been unable to agree upon the guilt or innocence of Henry W. Lungberg. former '-prol,a- tionary assistant inspector of hulls.- - who has been on trial in the criminal term of the federal circuit court on a charge of manslaugiter and neglect of duty in connection with the General SlOcum disaster
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
superseding the silhworm.

A plant which grows in Peru bears pods enclosing silk fibre which is said to be superior to that of the silk worm. ;, It is perennial. grows wild, and attains height of three or four feet. The seed is small and easily separated from the fibre. The stem of the plant also contains a fibre, the material woven from which is superior in strength and beauty to the finest linen.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Error in Bond Making.

It was New York house that print ed the bonds for the recent Japanese loan. The London banks that issued the bonds are said to have discovered a curious error in them. A number of the G20O bonds have different amounts in the water mark and in the text.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
NSrtSp-s Cvysu Trtv

WASHINGTON. March S.-Secre- tsry Morton just before leaving Charleston cn the Dolphin made g change in his itinerary Instead of going first to Havanz bc went to San Juan. which pIscc was not incI,Idesi in the original plans for the trip. The re- turn will be made hy way of Guanta- nane and HavanA.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Cancer in England.

In one Of the counties of England, Somersetshire. cancer is incfeasing so much that should the present rate con- tinue there will soon be one case of it in every third Somersetshire family. The last returns show 45S deaths the half million inhabitants.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

WANTED-Dyspep.ics or those who
 W are threatened with dread dyspepsia by reason of a continued course of cold dinners to call and try one of our 20 cent dinners, 6 for $lOo, or even lunch backed up by cup of good hot coffee. Tho sx- pense is small and will undoubtedly save you many dollars in the future in doctors bills to say nothing of suffering. Avsry's South Main St. opp. Castles Market.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Reserves,

Flora-Harold didn't seem especially pleased when told him that had had my picture taken for his watch.
 Dora-Why, the idea! He is you. f1ance! Weren't yot hurt?
 "Oh. mo-. three other fellows carry it in their watches. s."-Detroit Free Press.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Good Appetites.

Eva-Yes. he is a real poet. But don't you think it rather odd that he should say his heart was hungry for me?
 Helen-Not at all. Poets are always hungry. one way or the other-Chicago Daily News.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Musical Fish.

Lake Batticaloa. Ceylon. has the probably unique distinction of being the home of a musical fish. The sounds emitted by these are said to be as sweet and melodious as those which can be produced by a series of aeolian harps.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

WANTED-To do light and heavy truck
 W ing of all kinds. at reasonable prices furniture and piano moving, and bus parties speciality. all kinds of turn-outs. A. M., Larson, corner Water and North Elm Sis. Branch offices Botee's store, le4 South Main street; Swanson's Grocery store. cor. Burton and Hill streets.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
A Sign of the Times.

Do you believe we are degeneratins that men are less courageous than they once were?"
 Well, there are more advertise ments of safety razors now than there used to be."-The Waiter.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Irresistible.

There's no resisting that fellow Jones'"
 Whats he up to now?"
 Bought his wife an automobile and coaxed an insurance company into is- suing a policy on her life. "-Atlanta Constitution.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

| oST-Watch Fob with Locket attached: |: IL setting of diamonds and initials ID. K." between South street and Center. Reward for return of same to David Kane, 40 South street. 3-22-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

WANTED-People to call and try tho
 W new Restaurant, 34e West Main St.. opp. North Willow. All home cooking. Regular dinner 25c, also and loc dishes. Board $3.5o per week. Open from 30 A. M. 10 9.3O P. M. Evans & Granville, Proprietors. 3.l-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
In the Smoker.

Hashkins-I wonder what could have induced old Ardup to marry the land- lady?
 Pruneleig-I guess it was either that or raise money to pay what he owed her for board.-Cincinnaf Enquirer.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

WANTED - Purchasers for our $l.4o W and Si.9o hats. Danbury Hat Store "A CT and street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
. It Came Off.

Well" thea asked him after the dance with the elderly, ugly daughter, "and how did drit come off?"
 Horribly" he said, as he brushed the shoulder of his dress coat "Hor. ribly, dear boy!"-Ally Sloper. |.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

G NORCEHA'S- The best market in O. the city (llo Meadow St.) and at very low prices. Porterhouse Steak loc ID. Round Steak loc b. Shoulder Steak Sc ID. Try 1t once and you will be very well pleased. 3-2o.8
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

V\O RENT-Tenement of5 or 3 rooms,
 Il modern improvements. corner Vine and Locust street. Inquire on premises or at the Guarantee Credit Clothing Co.,. 8 East Main street. 3-2i.3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

w ANTED-One two and three family
 W houses, if you wish 10 sell them. please let US know. The United States land corporation l77 Bank stree! Waterbury Conn.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

"A DESPERATE CHANGE" "A Desperate Chance" will he the attraction Monday evening. Prices are popular.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

TO RENT-Flat rooms, all modern | improvements. gas. &c, trolley = snail family adults. 8 Silver St. Thomas Fenton. 3-2l-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Little of the Genuine

Magistrate-So you admit having been engaged in making counterfeit money?
 Prisoner-Yes. pour worship. You see, the supply of the genuine article is SO very short-Tit-Bits.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

WANTED-$2o,co coo in small amounts or W first mortgage security. Apply to James M. Lynch room 25, Odd Fellows Building. 3-2i-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Mie-obe Collecting

She-How do yoI know she's such a sweet girls
 He-Because got the information right from her own lirs.-Yonkers Statesman
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

lO RENT-Temenent of four rooms, all | improvements. Inquire at ls5 Bishop street 3-2l-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

w WANTED-Ceese feather beds immedi.
 ately. Highest cash prices. Address. C. F. Dickinson General Delivery Water bury. 3.2i-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

WAN ED Patent SprinkIing Wagons
 . and two horse Dump,Carts. Apply 10 A. Srazos & Sons. s2 Oak St.. Middle town, Conn. 3-l2.3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

noNT PAY RENT-lf you have $500 in D cash ] can sell you two or three family house. in a good location. where you can live rent free. l have four houses on my list that must, and will be sold quick. they were never offered for sale before, don't wait a month to think. Inquire D. T. Harrington. No, 40 East Main.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Age of Worker Bees,

The age of worker bees varies greatly with the season of the year, running from one to eight months.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
Miscellaneous.

tNOUND-An opportunity to buy CHIC l. LETS in all the better kind of stores.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

WANTED-By thoroughly competent " young woman position a, general housework. No heavy washing. best ref ences. Call s4 East Clay St.. City.
 3-23-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

HAVING Jus, mated my extra heavy H laying strain of $. L. ". Leehorn Pulieis. purchased las, fall from Elm roui- try yards. Hartford. ;o the fines. male of same strain to be had. Twill bs reaey after April ist :o sell settings from same, price si.oo per l3: this season only. This strain has been bred Is years for extra heavy egg production. There is none better. A. s. xcMahcn. Cook street. Waterville. Conn
 3-l5-2A .
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

WANTED-Every Confectioner in town W to sell CHlCLETS.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

WANTED-Soldiers and soldiers widows
 W to remember ina; procure pensions without delay. George Robbins (G. A. R.) 27 West Main street. insurance.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
PENNY WORD ADV6
LATE WANTS.

| oST-Monday morning a pair of rosary
 A beads. between West Clay street and the Immaculate Conception Church. The finder will please return the same to the Democrat office. 3.23-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

rHANDELIER NoRK-Replailng. buft- V ing and polishing in the best manner. Chandeliers also made 10 order at short notice. Waterbury Chandelier Works. i39 Fast Main street. koriarty building. Chan. eeiers called fer and delivered. Telephone 243-l5. 6-25-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

rOYLE'S restaurant 5o Center street, has V been re-opened under the manage ment of E. |. Bolster the we'll known caterer who will conduct an up-to-dats restaurant Regular meals. Como in and see us.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

WANTED--Every girl who drives to try W CHlCLETS.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
WHpSED.

WANTED--A good all round painter.
 Cali mornings at o'clock for T. w. Taylor. Apothecaries Hall. 3-22-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23
FOR SHLE.

EoR SALE-Crocery store doing good II business, a; bargain. MT: Mary Kelly 32S Washington Ave. 3-2i-6
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

DHYSlcIANS find tha, CHIcLETs allay Il thirst ,n fever cases.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

EoS SALE-Grest Bargain. Misfit and II second hand Clothing. Wm. Posner, so3 Bank St. e-s.u
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-03-23

Myrtle-Why is Caroline having her portrait painted?
 Virginia-She has reached that age when she doesn't look well in a pho. tograph.
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1905-02-11
Only Lamp Broke.

A special to News and Courier
from Lancaster, Feby 8, says:
What might have been seri.
Gus accident occurred in a passen-
ger coach on The SoulherA betwe en
Kingsville and Camden last eve
ming. A member of the tram
crew had just lighted two lamps
when they suddenly fell with a
crash in The aisle. Fortunatel, the
lights went out before The l,mp-
we're roken TO pieces on the floor
Several lady passengers sit
ting nearby were considerably
frightened, but by no means hurt,
not oven the oil splashing on their
clothing.
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plush hat, and was remarkable
for her beauty. Mrs Payseur,
mother of the bride, was very
stately In u rich brown tailor
made suit. There were scores of
handsome costumes, too numerous
to mention.
After the ceremony and con.
gratulations, fruit punch was
served iu the hall by Misses
Florence Blown and Lizzie Con
nors. Miss Brown wore white
lace dress over blle taffeta. Miss
I'Connors wore n broadcloth tailor
made suit. Then white robed
young mattresses Misses Chris,
tine McIlwaiu, Maud Moore,
|HHessie Thom> on, Corine Jones
served delicious refreshments,
passing trays through the rooms.
The luncheon consisted of three
courses. The coffee and choco-
late were dispensed from a table
in the back parlor.
A bottle of wine put up years
ago, to be opened at Miss Una's
marriage, was uncorked. Hon
Il + Wylie, Lancaster's popular
mayor, was toast-master. His
tonst was beautiful, couched IN
poetic phrase and most happily
delivered, and we'll received.
Miss Florence Brown gracefully
passed the loving cup. The pres
ents were displayed in the library
and were costly and appropriate.
MIR and Mrs Boswell left on the
afternoon l. & G train for Burke,
vile, Va, which will be their
future home.
Mr. Boswell is very prepos-
seSsing young gentleman, and
promising in the world of bust
ness. Mrs Boswell (nee Miss
Una Payseur) is one of Lancas.
ter's most accomplished and lovely
girls, and carries with her much
love, and many warm beat wishes
of her host of friends In old Lam.
caster. + M II.
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SIX CHILDREN PEKIsHED IN fLAM

Savannah, Ga, Feb Six
negro children were burnen to
death N a cabin on the property
Of the Oketee club, in Beaufort
county, about 30xmiles from Sa,
vannah on Sunday night.
"Richard Door and his wife
left their six children at home and
went short distance to visit some
of their neighbors During their
absence the children went to sleep
leaving big fire in the fireplace.
Its presumed that live coal roll.
ell from the fireplace on to the
floor, setting the house on fire,
burning to death five of the chill
dren. The sixth child, agirl IL
yesrs Of age escaped through the
door, which was the only exit tt
the cabin, but her burns and in
Juries were of such serious char
acter that she, too died the fol
lowing day
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1905-02-11

Mr. j II Carnes fell on The
ice w tdnesday evening while on
his way home from.th store and
spralned one Of his ankles so bad
that he has been confined TO his
homo unable to walk since. Mr.
b Il Hunter also fell the same
evening on. leaving his market,
cutting Il severe cash over his left
eye by his head striking a piece
of ice protruding abovethe ground
A number of other persons here
got severe falls on the ice but no
Others wc;c crippled or severely
hurt,
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Items From WaNhaw ENTERPRISE.

Capt: L. K. Nesbit had the
great misfortune II few days ago
to lose u.good horse.
Pro-: r. N. Nesbit, whose
illness has heen noted in these
columns for the past two weeks,
has sufficiently recovered to be
able to resume his work IN the
school room.
1t was noted in these columns
last week that Mrs. j. w. Hall,
of the Marvin neighborbood, had
been taken to the Pryor Saul-
tarium at Chestsr for treatment.
Mrs Hall underwent quite a DELI
cate operation there las. Thursday,
which entirely successful, and she
is getting along nicely. She has
been badly afflicted for some time,
and 1t is now hoped that her re-
covery will be as speedy as could
be expected under the circum
stances.
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1905-02-11
Leaped From Train.

A special to the News and Cour
ier from Lancaster, Feby s, says:
A male passenger on yesterday
mornings down train, for some
unexplained reason, jumped of
tue train a short distance this side
of Camden, falling in heap on
the ground. The conductor went
back to see him, but the man
stated that he was not hurt.
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An Unlucky Bride.
Special to News and Courier.

Special to News and Courier.
Darlington, Feb S.--A happy
couple from the country, Mr.. w
Q Culley and Miss Isge,t, came
to Darlington this morning and
at IL 80 clock went to the Office
ST Capt John Floyd, magistrate,
where they were married. In
medlately afterwards the bride
and groom started for their bug
gy in the rear of Sligh's store, and
the bride slipped down on the icy
pavement and broke her arm in
two places.
The Lancaster ledger. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1852-1905, 1905-02-11

The Lancaster Building and
Loan Association has resolved to
dishand and is winding up It's busi-
ness. 1t has been forced to this
step by the heavy taxes imposed.
ln its 10 or II years of existence
1t. has enabled many people Of
limited means to secure homes and
has added considerable to the tax
able property of the town. The
principle of double taxing proper
ty. under mortgage is wrong.
There should he only one tax, ap-
portioned as the interests of the
parties may appear. 1t is bad
policy to tax out of existence
an institution that isa constant
producer of taxable value. 1t is
bad policy to discourage the build.
ing and owning of homes. --Ches-
ter Lantern.
Several new cases of smallpox
have developed at the home of MI
0. E. Bass, near the mill village
since our last issue. The victims
are three children of Mr.. and Mrs
Bass and Mrs. Bayne, an old lad,
who residss with the family. The
disease among the children is of {
mild nature, but Mrs. Bayne II
dangerously Ill and her recovery
is doubtful. Mrs Bass, who ha.
been i'll of the disease, is up again
Fort Mill Times.
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State of South Carolina.

wv ~ VI LA NCASIE
RYJ. e STEWMAN, ESQUIRE
- Probate Judge.
WHEREAS, Mr. w II Castles
made SUIT to me to grant him Letters
OF a administration of the Estate of and
effects of John II Morrison
THESE ARE THEREFORE, TO
cite and admonish all and singular the
k!ndred and Creditors of the said
john II Morrison. decea sed. and that
they be and appear before me, i'm the
Court otProbate, to be held at Lancas,
ter on the 25th day ofFe bruary next az
Ter publication thereof, at | O'clock in
theforeroon. to show cause if any they
have, why the said Administrator
should not be granted.
Given under my hand this 10th day
OF Fehy Ammo Domini 1905
j E. STEW MAN,
Probate judge.
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-nont f,bor,asJ. w;ll;omso,

Capt. Charles l., Williamson
of Sumter county lost his gin
house, 100 bales Of cotton, 12
bales Of seed cotton, 100 bushels
corn, and large quantity of fodder
and hay last Wednesday morn
ing. The fre.is thought to-have
been incendiary. rhe cotton was
PARTIAL insured.