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Sistersville daily review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1905-1907, 1905-05-25
KERR'S NEW GROUND
FLOOR STUDIO
COL Wells Street.
Phone 80,
JOHN PAUL JONES,
A British view Of Tie Hero Of the
Bonhomme Richard.

A British view Of The Hero Of the
Bonbomme Richard.
John Paul, the Kirkcudbright market
gardeners son, who elected to be ia
nous as Paul Jones, has long ceased to
be the interesting parsonage he was in
the eyes Of the naval aathGrities Of this
country when, in commahd Of a rotten
eX-East Indiaman known as the Due
de Duras and rechristened the Bon
homme Richard, he wd5 4 holy terror in
the firth of Forth and when be had
engaged and captured q British frigate
In British waters after oDf Of the most
singular sea combats on record
The some time blackbfRder" and
smuegfer whom the Russian Catherine
decorated and advanced somewhat per
saftum to the grade Of admiral Eas a
traitor. Of course, in the view Of ~
British government, but none the Iesg
thorough seaman Of quite unusual
talent Snd originality, with a bulldog
courage aud tenacity to match. The
Captain Jones. too, who sent Lady Sell
kirk back her plate. with his compli-
ments, had fhe instincts of a gentle
man.
More than the other countries he
served, America has recognized his
aeFits 1all Nal Gazette
Sistersville daily review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1905-1907, 1905-05-25

straight cuffs and Is smart in the eI,
IRENE. Madras, linen, lawn. dimi0
and all the long list of shifting ma.
terialS are desirable, but in this in.
stance white madras embroidered in
ring dots Is shown with tie and stock
Of the same. finished by little turn
over collar of embroidery. The waist
is made with wide box plat at the
front and back that extends we'll over
the shoulders. while the sleeves are full
It the upper edges. giving II? broat!
line of the season. For v''.!ian of
medium size the waist will require
three AMI sev2n-c.gh:hs yards % IL. C
rial twanty-ope or twenty seven or two
yards for.y-four inches wide.
Sistersville daily review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1905-1907, 1905-05-25
Sure Cure for Piles.

Itching piles produce moisture
and cause itching. this form, as
well as blind, bleeding or pro-
truding piles, are cured by DR..
Bo-san-ko's Pile Remery. Stops
itching. and bleeding. Absorbs
tumors, so cents 3 ;;e-, g C drug
gists, or sent by mail. Treatise
free. Write me about your case.
DR.. Bosanko, Phila. Pa 3,13-1yr
For sale by Arthur Corbitt.
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cSyliSh Shirt Waist.

There is Il certain style about the
shirt waist that is tucked ut the shout
ders which renders it eminently de-
slrable for all to whom 1t Is becoming.
This one includes also tie very latest
sleeves that are tucked above the
Sistersville daily review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1905-1907, 1905-05-25
New Terror For the fourth.
constipation

Such is the degree Of personal liber-
ty in this great republic that a man
may manufacture What he will, except
distilled spirits, and in some states
cigarettes. even to Instruments for the
torture of his fellow citizens. Thus
the head of the physics department OF
Lchlgh university, evidently with in
teut to join the increasing band of
mil!ionaires; has lnyegtcd ar! vii! put
on ilE. Fourth Of July Narket eannon
which may be fred 5000 Hines at il
cost OF but cents. A peculiarly of
the instrument is that however acute
may be the .suirc-inSS Of those who
cannot get beyond leach Of the sound,
the boy who does the firing is in no
anger of death or injury save at the
Lands of the distracted neighbors.-
Philadelphia Ledger
Sistersville daily review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1905-1907, 1905-05-25

DAYS

Have you began to figure on
when you are going to take your
vacation, and what good time
you expect to haveY Why don't
you also figure on bringing your
visit home with you to be enjoy
ed over and over again.
THE ONLY WAY-Take a ko-
dak with you; buy it now and get
familiar with it. We instruct all
purchasers how to use the kodak
to get the best results, and 1t
might also be a good idea to have
some new photos taken of your
self to take along. You all know
the kind we make. A pleasure to
give to or receive from a friend.
Prices as reasonable as first-class
photos can be produced. A full
line of Photographic goods for
sale. Finishing for amateur pho
|tographers.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
Canaan Choral Union.

About twenty-five persons met at the Town Hall on Tuesday evening and organized the Canaan Choral Union. The storm prevented a larger attend ance. One hundred or more persons have promised to join the choral union, therefore it's success is assured.
 The officers chosen on Tuesday even ing were: President, Rev. E. O. Gillette; secretary, Miss Minnie Peirce; treasurer, N. w Hardenbergh. These officers, together with Rev. T. R. Wallace, R. D. Peirce, P. J. Kane, Mrs. o. W. Camp, Mrs. J. E. B. Bierce, and Miss Louise Roraback constitute the board of direct ors. George Wood, Jr. was elected registrar.
 The membership fee is 25 cents, and there will be nickel collection at each meeting. The members also pay for their own music, which will be about 30 cents.
 The first rehearsal will be at the Town Hall on Tuesday evening, January 10th at 7.45 o'clock. The rehearsals will oc- cur on Tuesday evening of each week, and after the first one the time will probably be changed to o'clock.
 The works which the choral union will rehearse are: Gade's Erl-King' $ Daughter" and Mendlessohn "Hear My Prayer"
 Prof. Payne of Hartford will instruct the Canaan chorus, and it is hoped all will be sure to attend the first rehearsal.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
FALLS VILLAGE

MT. and Mrs. Sidney Morris and son spent New Year with Torrington friends.
 Miss Clara Durham has returned to New Haven after the holiday vacation.
 Representative M. L. Blodgett is in Hartford this week.
 J. s. Tracy went to Hartford on Tues day to witness the opening of the legis- lature.
 Sidney Reed died about a. m. Mon- day. He did not rally at all from the shock of last week but gradually grew weaker until the end. MT. Reed had been resident of this town nearly all his life and has held the office of deputy sheriff for number of terms. He was always around and will be much missed. The funeral will be held today (Thurs- day) at pm. at his late residence, Rev. 0. W. Hanna will officiate assisted by Rev. R. H. Gesner and Rev. A. H. Hertel. Burial at Grassy Hill. Mir Reed was 54 years of age, and is sur vived by widow and seven sisters.
 Larry Delaney, who was night opera tor here few years ago, spent Sunday in town.
 Twenty-two dollars was realized from the masquerade for the Village Improve ment lamp fund.
 Miss May Willard was home from Winsted for the New Year.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
Severely Injured

John Dooley, brakeman on the c. N. E. railroad, was severely injured at State Line about 8.30 o'clock yesterday morning by being struck by the train on which he works. Dooley had be9n out Tagging and was called in, and on ac. count of the storm and gale could not see or hear the approach of the train, which backed into him. One truck of the car passed over his legs near the ankles, and he received many other bruises and injuries about the body.
 He was placed aboard the train and taken to the hospital in Winsted. being accompanied by Dr. Bissell of Lake, vile. It is thought his right leg may have to be amputated, but his chances for recovery are good. "
 Dooley displayed wonderful grit and nerve, laughing and joking with the men who assisted him to the hospital, and on the train smoked his pipe as though nothing had happened. He is about 30 years old and lives Ill Hartford. He is we'll known in Canaan, having put up here over nights during the past summer
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
POIN TIE ER s

Read M. Keanes notice.
 Read M. 0. Dean & Sons new adver- tisement.
 Farm for sale or rent, near Lime Rock Station. See adv.
 Benjamin has some great bargains in winter goods to cash customers. See adv.
 Winter hats at reduced prices, at Mrs. S. 0. Beckley's millinery parlors. See advertisement.
 Special display of furniture at G. L. Parsons 6 Sons store. Read their new advertisement.
 Big bargains during the next two weeks at I. R. Prindle's clearance sale. See advertisement.
 Thomas Abbe offers you some choice bonds today as an investment. Read his advertisement and. then act quick.
 E. P. Hunt & Go. require nearly four columns of this issue of THE NEWS in which to mention some of the great in- ducements they offer you during their Great Reduction Sale which commences today.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
CORNWALL BRIDGE

Charles A. Hatch of this place is at work in New Haven, where he is em- ployed by the N. T., N. H. 6 H. R. R. as fireman.
 Henry Bouteiller has returned from a visit to friends in New York.
 We are glad to learn that John Wise, a former resident of this place, has work as fireman on the c. N. E. R. R.
 Mir. and Mrs. 0. W. Everett and fami- ly spent New Years at Mrs. H. B. Dunbar's in Ellsworth.
 Mrs. Julius Jorey is visiting her daugh- ter in Ellsworth.
 Dr Stevens had the pleasure of Christmas call from his father of Row ayton.
 A few from North Kent attended the dance here Friday evening.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05

70. A. Snow & Co.,, patent lawyers of Washington, D. O., will send to anyone, free, pocket memorandum and diary for 1905 on receipt of actual postoge, two cent stamp. We have one. It is worth several times the money.
 If any one has copy of an old book entitled, "Greenleaf's Common School Reader and Speaker" (Fourth Reader) that they are willing to sell, they can get reasonable price for that book by bringing it to THE NEWS office.
 Howard c. Deming and eldest dau- ghter, Miss Nellie E., of South Greece, N. Y, visited his brother Wilbur M. at at Winsted from Tuesday until Friday, and his sister, Mrs. Frederick Gillette, at Canaan from Friday until Monday.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
LEGISLATIVE NOTES
Connecticut's Law Making Body
 GOnyenes.

The General Assembly of Connecticut convened at the Capitol in Hartford at 10 o'clock yesterday morning, Speaker Kenealy presiding. After the oath of office had been administered to the mem- bers by Speaker Kenealy the balloting for speaker commenced. The result of the balloting showed POI votes cast of which Marcus Fl. Holcomb of Southing- ton had 179 and Michael J. Connor of Enfield, 22. The chair declared Mir. Holcomb elected, and he was escorted to the chair and received by Speaker Ken ealy who immediately said: "I congratu- late the speaker-elect upon the choice of the house and the house on it's choice of speaker" Judge Holconfb thanked the members and then said if he could ap- proximate as speaker the ability and sue cess of the retiring speaker he woult be satisfied. Judge Holcomb then pro ceeded to make brief but excellent speech and at the conclusion of his re marks Speaker Keneaiy administered thu oath of office.
 The balloting for clerk resulted ill tn, election of John A. Spafford of Bridge port; Harold R. Durant of Waterbury as assistant clerk, and the Rev. Warren French Sheldon of Windsor as chaplain. The candidates for messengers and door keepers who were nominated at the ca1c,,s Tuaodax ,,;r,bt ,rara far,,,o11x, chosen, and then the chair on several committees created by the passage of resolutions. The House rules of 1908 were adopted. At 12 o'clock the Senate assembled with the House and heard the message of Governor Roberts read.
 The question of what date the House should adjourn to was thrashed out with impassioned speeches, but when the vote was taken it was found the House had voted to adjourn to Thursday, Jan uary 12.
 The Senate was called to order by Secretary of State Vinal and after the offering of prayer by the Rev. Dr. Parker and the roll call, Alfred o. Baldwin was elected clerk, he receiving all of the votes cast.
 The customary resolutions carrying out the action of the caucus were then passed.
 A resolution was passed fixing Febru ary as the limit for the receiving oi new business. Other resolutions were passed and a recess was taken until < o'clock.
 When the Senate reconvened at o'clock, Lieutenant Governor Woodruff was escorted to the chamber and deliv. cred his inaugural address, after which it was voted to adjourn until Thursday January 12 at o'clock when the joint senatorial caucus will take place.
 With the customary, simple, but effective ceremonies characteristic oi induction into office of the states chiei executive, Governor Henry Roberts was inaugurated at the capitol Wednesday afternoon, and in connection with tho exercises the governor read his message which was an able state document. The parade to the capitol was delayed some what by the storm.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
. PECIAL NOTICES

Horse Blankets at reduced prices at Banjamins
 Mrs. s. c. Beckley's millinery parlors will be closed Tuesday and Saturday evenings during the remainder of the winter.
 Roscoe Benjamin, the speed merchant at Winsted, Conn.,, offers the following trotters for sale: "Who-Is-It," 2.10R, trial 2.08; "Homeward," 2.1314, trial 2.10; Doctor" 2.16A, trial 2.l2; Tabor" 2.1924, trial 2.14. Also Nor gan team of 2.30 trotters. Anyone want ing high-class goods should visit Roscoe Benjamin.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
Social Club A Feature.

Eleven new members were initiated into the mysteries of Canaan Conclave, No. 761, Improved Order of Heptasophs, at meeting of the conclave in Town Hall last Thursday evening after short business session. After the degree work a collation. was served ill the lower hall, which was followed by the annual election of officers. William Johnson of Winsted, district deputy supreme Archon, was present and wit messed the work and in speech before the close of the meeting, congratulated the members on the work and on the growth of the conclave. Speeches of a congratulatory and humorous nature were also made by several members of the conclave and visitors.
 A social club is to be formed among the members of the conclave. Rooms have been engaged and are being fitted up in the Pease building on Railroad street, the whole of the second floor to be occupied by the conclave and club. The club will occupy the rooms in the front part of the building, while the lodge room will be ill the rear.
 Committees on furnishings, etc. have been appointed and it is expected the rooms will be ready in about two weeks. It is thought by the committee in charge that the rooms will not be of ficially dedicated for use until January 26, which is the date of the installation of officers.
 The officers to be installed are as fol- lows.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
DIE D

REED-At Falls Village, Jan. 2, Sidney Reed, aged 54 years. SHELDoN-At Mill River, Mass, Dec. 30, 1904, Mrs. Isabella Sheldon, aged S2 years, widow of Henry W. Sheldon. O'HARA-At Great Burlington, Mass, Dec. 28, 1904, Mrs. Ellen o 'Hara, aged 75 years.
 STEvENs--At West Cornwall, Dec. 2S, 1904, Earl Stevens, aged 4S years. SoULE-At Norfolk, Dec. 29, 1904, Mrs. Charles Soule, aged B years. Ms. Soule was former resident of Canaan.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05

Watertown housed and fed 415 tramps last winter. This winter every tramp is required to saw wood enough to pro- vide himself with fuel during his stay, and there has been marked falling off in the number of applicants,
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
Timely and Valuable Suggestions.

Timely and Valuable Suggestions.
 Many people, especially women who lead closely confined domestic lives, suffa IT from what in general terms is callId !" nervousness Among all forks of treatment none has even np- preached in success the intelligent use of Dr. David Kennedy's Favorite Rem edy, of Rondout, N. Y, which promotes an easy and natural action of the digestive organs and imparts tone to the nervous system.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
A CARD,

We, the undersigned, desire to express our thanks to all the kind friends and neighbors for their assistance during the sickness and death of our beloved wife and mother.
 MR. HIRAM MILLER,
 Mss BLANCHE MILLER, MR. AND MRS. ROBERT D. MILLER.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
POLISH.

Polish for tin, nickel, brass, copper or any kind of metal. For sale under a guarantee to do the work
 \. B. STRONG, Canaan, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05

Trustees, H. B. Ives, J. Henry Rora. back, s. A. Eddy.
 Delegates to the Supreme Conclave J. Henry Roraback and $. A. Eddy.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
LOOK HERE.

When you desire anything in my line such as house painting, fresh coating vanishing, glazing, etc, apply to
 PETER A. KIsSELBRACK, Lakeville, Ct. l do not hang paper.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05

It is estimated that $2,O0O, 900 worth of potatoes were grown in Connet ticut the past year,
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
NOTICE.

Having sold my coal business at East Canaan to Wm. A. Sweeney, am thank ful to the public for their patronage, and I hope for a continuation of the same to my successor. NJ. KEANE.
 East Canaan, Conn.,, Jan. g. 1905.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
STRICTLY PRIVATE
 DANCING LESSONS.

The best way to learn to dance.
 Price $i lesson. Waltz guaranteed in five one-hour lessons. Music 90 cents an hour extra, if desired. Estimates furnished for small private classes, six to twelve lessons. Standard dances for 1905 are: Waltz, Two Step, Three Step. Dip Schottische, Five Step and Lanciers.
 J. G. BECkLEY, Canaan, Ct.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
Deaths of Our TOwnspeOpIe and
 Others During 1904.

30-Mrs. William Sardam, 68 Aug. 5-Mrs. John 0. Roraback, IS 9-Ruluff w. Allyn, 36 21-Mrs. Eliza VanAlstyne, 92 25-Ezra Langdon, 68 27-Selina Sherman, 63 Oct. 5-Joseph W. Peet, 65 26-George D. Callame, "A Nov. 12-Owen McAllister, 45 20-Truman Shores, 63 Dec. 22-David N. Fuller, 81 27-Mrs. Hiram Miller 62
 AT FALLS VILLAGE.
 (Town of Canaan.) Jan. 21-Mrs. Sidney Morris, 63 Mar. 24-Mrs. Cullen Holcomb, Fl April 16-Mrs. Harmon Finkle, 51 May 4-Charles Wickwire, A 10-Mrs. John Palmer, 51 June 17-Bessie F. Spaulding, 27 21-Mrs. Hiram H. Woodin, 60 July 16-George Caul, 64 18-George Cooper, 73 20-George Delpanza Sept. 6-Mrs. Milton Emmons, 66 14-George Barney, 48 17-Daniel R. Spaulding, 90 Oct. 3-Myrl Alexander, IS Dec. 25-Mrs. Henry Kilmer. 61
 IN OTHER PLACES Jan. 4-New York city, Mrs. s. Has tings Grant, 67 18-Brooklyn, N. Y, Mrs. Philip Calkins, 81 Feb. 3-Yonkers, N. Y, Robert Ellin, 5-New York city, Wm. H. Paul, 43
 6-Winsted, Conn.,, Mrs. James Lake, 50
 11-New York city, Michael Shuckerow, 38 15-Lime Rock, William E. Yale, 34
 16-Min River, Mass, Joseph B.. Couch, 73
 17-Hartford, Hobart W. Watson, 58
 18-Sheffield, Mass, Andrew J. Ryder, 79
 20-Montvllle, Mass, Mrs. Esther Yale Beales, 76 23-New Britain, Ambrose Board man, 72 March 2-Sheffield, Mass, Mrs. George ~ w. Ferry. 65 7-Boyer, Idaho, Frank Graney. AS 10-Norfolk, Mrs. John F. Spauld- ing, A 11-Ashley Falls, Mass, Michael Rose
 16-New Haven, Mrs. Whiting Wilcox
 17-Winsted, Thomas Nunan, 30 21-Sheffield. Mass, Martin Shal- lev. 31
 26-Hartford, Mrs. Harriet P. Hillyer, S4 28-Hawleyville, Roland Finkle, 29 April 15-New Marlboro, Mass, Miss Charlotte Cleveland, 101. 16-New York city, Mrs. Henry c. Gaylord, A 20-Westfield, Mass, Prof. Sterrie A. Weaver, 51 27-Ore Hill, William M Bartle, 60
 28-Peekskill, N. Y, Charles Paul, 75
 28-Springfeld, Mass, John A. Pease, Fl May 3-Bridgeport, Moses B, Mead, 81 31-Salisbury, Donald J. Warner, June 16-Torrington, Harry Alexander, 21-Tyringham, Mass, Jessie Slater, 40
 29-North Highland, N. Y, Rev. John H. Lane, 66 July 24-Roseville, Cal, William B. Curtis, 70
 31-Guilford, Miss Florine P. O'Brien, 33. Aug. 11-Norfolk, Mrs. Charles K. Northway, AS 25-Great Burlington, Mrs. Betsey B. Ives, 81
 27-Millerton, N. Y, Hiram H. Woodin, 70 Sept. 3-West Cornwall, Harvey Bald win, 46
 6-Cornwall, Mrs. Edward Howe, 58
 11-Southfield, Mass, Grove Gay lord, 76 ' 16-Worth, Ga., James T. Ensign. 27-Hartford, Maurice Morrisey, Oct 15-Sheffield, Mass, Mrs. Lewis s. Parsons, 85 15-Hartford, Mrs. Thomas Lin sky, 50
 17-Hartford, Capt. Henry Eu- gene Burton, 63 30-New Haven, Grace R. Hull, 19 31-Sheffield, Mass, Mrs. Thomas Bonner, 69. Nov. 12-New Britain, Mrs. James J. Pendergast, 34 14-Sheffield Mass, Mrs. Daniel O'Neil, Fl
 19-Bridgeport, Samuel Nichol- son, 77
 23-Toledo, O., Mrs. Harvey Kel. logg, 91
 25-Red Hook, N. Y, George R. Hart, 66 Dec. 7-Hartford, Edward B. Dupar, 37
 10-Pittsfield, Mass, Rollin H Cooke, 61
 21-Danbury, Mrs. William Bald win, 26
 29-Norfolk, Mrs. Charles soules, 35
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
WANTED.

Girl for general housework. No wash. ing. Address
 MRs. c. F. PHELPS, Chapinville, Ct.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
HOUSE TO RENT.

The whole, or part Of the Emeline kel- loRg house on Prospect Straot In Falls Village. Possession given immediately. Enquire of
 SAMUEL c, BEoKLkY, kxecutor. Canaan, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1905-01-05
FOR SALE OR RENT.

The Butler Farm, situated in the town of Cornwall, near Lime Rock Station, SCC acres, more or less. Apply to
 MR. N. c. WILSON,
 Sharon, Conn.
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