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The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
Morse tniunction Granted.

The probation If the will of the late Emory Morse which was to have come up in the Probate court this morning has gone over by continuance to Mon- day, Maarch is, at o'clock. The heirs at-law of the estate. namely his grand sons and grand daughter. through their mother, Mrs. Elizabeth J. Morse, allese that the widow of their late relative has secured possession of large real estate holdings that under tine law should be theirs. Ire rlaintiffs George w. Morse. of Cleveland and Emory Morse, Gladys T. Morse and Carlton Morse assert that their late relative was possessed on January l 1M9 of much property in Wallingford and Madison. They say that the widow of MT. Morse made love to him while he was not in his right mind, and that by her ''craft. wiles and blandishments attempted to induce and persuade him to transfer to her his property and to marry her" During the period between January 1, 1902 and Feb. s, 1908 the widow gained possession of all MT Morses property The plaintiffs also say that the widow was trying to con vert the property into cash preparatory to leaving the state. They asked that the injunction be issued restraining her from So doing and this Judge K. NJ Gayer, of the superior court at New Haven granted to-day. Damages Tn the sum of s12,0oO are claimed.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
FAIR HAVEN NEWS
Quinnipiac Conclave Offers Minstrel Profits for Poor
 Other Items.

The members of Quinnipiac conclaVe No. 313, Independent order Hepta- sophs, at their meeting Monday even ing, did very praiseworthy act in voting the profits from their minstrel entertainment held in November, for the deserving people in the Fair Ha- ven district who are in strengthened circumstances owing to lack of work. This amount is about S15 and it will be distributed in a manner that will do a great deal of good, It was voted to put this money in the hands of a special committee who are to look up worthy people and distribute the money as it seems wise. This com mittee consists of Walter R. Downs, Hugh F. MoDonald and George C.. Marks. The degree team of the con clave, that team that Is so noted for the unique manner of conducting in itiations, initiated three candidates and the work was witnessed with much interest. Then the members of the conclave who were present. some thing like sixty, adjourned to the ban quet room where steaming hot fish chowder, prepared by Captain Acker- man, was awaiting them. All who partook voted it as good chowder as they had ever eaten. Then there was informal speech making, story telling and songs, concluding very enjoyable social occasion.
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After the regular weekly prayer meeting of the Congregational church last evening, an important business meeting was held for the purpose of nearing reports from the committee appointed to revise the old consttu- tion of the church and also to investi- gate in the matter of having individu- al communion service. Pastor F. L.. Davis presided over the meeting and on account of the absence of Clerk A., z. Downs. MT Edward Burnham was made clerk pro tenn. Charles Canada, Chairman of committee to investigate in individual communion service gave fis report which was accepted and the committee was discharged. MT. Can adds report was a very favorable one, showing that the service complete could be secured for $40. He also pass ed around samples of the cups used, The motion was carried that the ser vice be adopted and so put on record. but nothing further was done about 1t on account of the financial condition of the church and the community. F. H. Belden, Jr.. then gave the report of the committee appointed to revise the old constitution, Mir. Belden read the revised constitution and bylaws, also the covenant and confession of faith, which was voted to be accepted. The meeting was then dismissed.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
WALLINGFORD NEWS
Charity Whist Proves a Success Morse Injunction is
 Granted.
Special JeurnaI-Courier News service.

Wallingford. March 3.-The 1nde
 pendents defeated the Tabs at the Ar mory this evening by a score of 24 to II in one of the fastest and hardest fought games of the season Both sides went in with a do or die spirit. and every moment of play was hotly contested During the first half Hub bard. the star center of the lndepen- dents, failed to get the line of the basket. but in the second half amply redeemed himself. The score at the end of the first half was 10 to S in favor of the Independents. Hubbard and Burke put up a great game for
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
Charity Whist n Success.

The charity whist given by the Holy Trinity Aid society tonight at the Temperance hall was largely attended and neat sum was realized by the committee in charge. Tho hall was very prettily decorated and a most en- joyable time was passed by those pres ent. The success of the affair is due to the following: Mrs, W. r. Wilson, Mrs. s. O'Connell, Mrs. William Has sett. Mrs. M. J. 0'Neil, Mrs. l.. Gaher- ty, Mrs. P J, Griffin, Mrs. J. C. Wrinn Mrs. R. Ruso, Mrs M. J. Butler, Mrs NJ P O'Connell, Mrs, A. Kearney, Mrs J. Conheady, Mrs. J. J. Hayden. Mrs J. Houlihan, Mrs NJ. Lnby, Miss M Csssin, Mrs. B. Coughlln, Miss M Downs, Mrs T. Kennedy.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
MILFORD.
Special JournaI-Courier News service.

Special Journal Courier News service.D
 Milford. March 3.-Mr and Mrs. George Lanouette of Laurel Beach, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. George Bone, in Ansonia.
 William H Chadderton has returned to his home. from a short business trip. MT. Chadderton was not feeling very well, and returned to his home to recuperate.
 Mrs. John Peck of Zions Hill. is im- proving after an attack of the 5ron- ehitis.
 Volunteer council. Royal Arcanum, will meet on Thursday evening, and q large attendance is expected.
 Lenten services in the Episcopal
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Fair Haven horses took a promin- ent part in the ribbon awards at the recent horse show at Troop A arm ory. B. S. Bradley, driving Blue Light won cup and blue ribbon and the horses driven by Misses Leila Buck ingham, Catherine Fiske, Dorothy Bradley and Sherman Warner, winning yellow ribbons MT. Bradley's prizes
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
Co. K IS. Y. NJ. A. C. fa.

Another fast game was played at the Armory tonight between the Com pany K five and the Y. M. A. c. quin- tet which resulted in a 1s-16 victory for the former The score at the end of the first half stood, Company K, 1o; Y, M A. C., 6.
 E, Borghi, A. Borghi and Shipke ex- celled for Company K and Bulls and Taylor put up good fight for the Y. Nj. A. C. five. The lineup and sum- mary;
 Company K. Y. NJ. A. c. F. Borghi ........,..a......,. Taylor
 Right Forward. J. Borghi ...... .................,..., Hall
 Left Forward. A. Borghi ............. Bollis, Lane
 Center. shipke ..... Olmstead. La Montague
 Right Guard. Nouy .,...,.,+,..,.,.'ss,. ,.ssss.'''. Ldnt
 Left Guard. Score Field g ,als Shipke ], Bor- ghi 1, Hall 2, F. Borghi 1, A. Borghi 8, Taylor 2, Cody 1. Bullis 1. Referee, Mottram; timer. Gilbert.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
Drunken Woman Arrested.

Eva Morty, a transient, was arrested this evening by Officer O'Reilly for being intoxicated She was found by the officer in the rear of the freight depot lying in the mud. Her trial will come up before Judge Phelps in the borough court to-morrow morning.
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served in Mechanics hall. It was ex-| cellent, and enjoyed by the large num-| Der of out of town guests. The ques-| tion-box was we'll filled, and the ans-I wers to the queries were instructive,| as were also the discussions following| each address. The afternoon session. opened with music, followed by an ad-I dress on "The Successful Methods inI the Management of Poultry" byI George A. Cosgrove, for the PouitryI association, and this subject was fur-I ther discussed by other expert poultry-. men. The illustrated lecture, with overI 100 views, by H. B. Fullerton of Hunt -| ington, l.. l., was very interesting.| The day was profltably and pleasantly spent, and the large attendance show
 ed that the institutes given by theI grange are appreciated by every one.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Something like 100 relatives and friends attended the celebration of the twenty fifth marriage anniversary of Mir and Mrs Frank Brennan of Fox on street, on Monday evening. Dur ing the evening there was music and dancing.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

There was a horse afflicted with bind staggers in Grand avenue, right by Station A, yesterday afternoon and for about half an hour there was an interested crowd in the vicinity. This horse, unlike some equines afflicted with the staggers. did not run bolting through the street, but was more quiet and finally fell down in a sort of comatose condition. There were many who gave advice to the owner con corning what remedies to apply. Su- perintendent Mulvey of Station A. came out and gave some wholesome advice, but whether it was followed or not, does not appear. But after a long delay, the horse had somewhat mend ed and the driver was able to drive him away.
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Speaking of horses, it might be mentioned that one of the horses be- longing to the Jefferson company, has been very III rom pneumonia and Dr. Laden, who was called in, said he was doubtful, at ftat, about pulling him throcgf Bu, r:iSe. Stuney stated last even.is' tAay ;he lian,a would live, 1niH is t,s 'iaiie hQs54 thl. has thrown Drive, &rc.,y oat ct t,e wagon sev- eral t.,a.1 st.rty says he is a first rate llitle hors,, but ne has a habit Of starting up quick when one doesn't want hiIn 10.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
NASHVILLE.

The Ethel Chapter o, E. s. will hold their regular weekly meeting in their lodge rooms in Masonic hall this eve ming The degree team will confer the third degree on one candidate.
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The Whist party given on Monday evening at the home, of Mrs. David E. Smith, by the Trinity guild, was well attended, considering that pouring rain was in evidence all the evening. Nine tables were filled. The prizes were won by Miss Bessie Smith, Miss Elsie Smith, Richard Futile and James Tooker. Light refreshments were served.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

There was very good attendance at the whist given by the U. M. T, club at their rooms last night. The game was very close and interesting and Miss Minnie Welch managed to capture first lady's prize and Richard Hurley was awarded the first gentle- mans premium. Refreshments were served after the game. Last nights game concludes their winter season whists.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Mir. and Mrs. Harry Cram, Jr,. of Alden avenue with their little child, start to-day noon for California where they will stay for about three months on account of the ill-health of Mrs. Cram.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The whist club spent very pleasant afternoon at the home of Mrs. Truman s, Foote yesterday. The club was en- tertained by Mrs. Foote and Mrs. Ben nett w. Farnham. After the usual round of whist the prizes were award ed as follows: First prize, cut glass berry dish to Mrs. Steven Warren; second prize. cut glass compete to Mrs. W. c. Greist, third prize, cut glass happy to Mrs. P. R. Greist.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Lenten services will begin at the Holy Trinity church tomorrow morn ing at the o'clock mass withthe bless ingand distribution of ashes. In the evening at 7:30 there will also be the rosary, sermon and benedlction. Ashes will be distributed.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Mrs. P. R. Greist of Willard street will leave to-day with her mother for Youngstown, Ohio, where they will spend a week or ten days.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

MT F. B. Lincoln of Boston will de- livera lecture on "The Art of Book making" at the Phelps gymnasium this week Friday evening.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

An officer from Catholic orphan church, Sunday, with view of plac- ing some of the unfortunate childreY in good homes. The Rev. N. J. Dd6- Ian has appealed to the charity of his parishioners.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The r. NJ. C. 4. juniors of New Haven will play the Colony street school five al Trades Council hall Saturday after noon at o'clock
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The funeral of Mrs. Annie Gill was held this morning from the Holy Trim ity church at g o'clock with burial in the Holy Trinity cemetery. Rev J. II. Carroll offlciated. The bearers were John Smith. Philip Simmonds, William Eimmons, Joseph LereuX, Nelson Guy otte and Arthur St. Arnauld.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Carlton Hodgkinson, who has been the guest of his parents, MT. and Mrs. William Hodgkinson, returned to Will Hams college to-day.
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 The funeral of Mrs. Julia, widow of Robert Cunningham, formerly of this city, who died in Washington, D. C., was attended at Memorial chapel in Fair Haven cemetery yesterday after noon. The services were conducted by Rev. E. C. Tullar MT Tullar read scripture selections and made appro- priate and feeling remarks. 4 solo, "Ye Shall be Comforted," was sung by Henry l. Barnes. There were several beautiful floral pieces. The bearers were a son of the deceased, Robert Cunningham of Brooklyn; a grand son, Leroy Wilcox of Bridgeport, the nephews, Marcius E, Butterfield, Henry l. Barnes and Miles J, Barnes of this city, and William L. Robertson, a cousin, of this city.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
BRANFORD.
Special Journnl-couricr News Service,

Branford, March 3-A very success ful presentation of Sis Hopkins was given by the St. Marys Dramatic club at Music hall this evening the cast included Miss Annie E. OBrien as Sis Hopkins; Miss Margaret Matthews as MT Hopkins, Miss Anna O'Connor as Tishie Standfer, Miss Anna Crowley as Margery Melrose, Miss Sadie Crow lev as Parthenia Peekover, Miss Eliza beth Daly as Elsie Van Ness, ]. Edward Matthews as Pa Hopkins. William & Clancy as Obadiah Odium F. II. Dunn as Adison Nibbett. Frank J. Kinney as Bart Narnum and George Fisher as Ridy Scarbon. The play was by far the most successful ever given by the club.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Mrs B. M. Betts and her children of High street, are in New York state. where they will make an extended vis- it with her parents.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

A very pleasant surprise party was rendered Miss IIilda Anderson at her home in English street recently. In- strumental and vocal selections were rendered by many of the guests. Dancing was included, and games were played until a late hour after which a bountful supper was served. The guests departed in the wee hours of the morning, all voting Miss An derson a charming hostess. Those present were the Misses Loretta Con way, Margaret Farren, Gertrude Rompf, Hilda Anderson, Rose Lee. Anna Larson Elsie McCabe, Tessie McCabe, Jessie Farren, Ida Anderson, Ida Lenson, Agnes Hogan, Reta De- Loy May Mullen, Rose Budd, Teckla Larson, Lillie Johnson. Clayton Clarke. Walter Farren, Leslie Leigh, George Watson, William Harrigan, John Lawler Jack Fitzgerald, William Landon, Jack Barry, William Schmou- der Oscar Burkhardt, William Daley. George Dwyer, Frank Leigh William Farren. A flashlight of the group was taken.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Those who ike to play pinoehle should remember the stag pinochle party which is to be held tonight by Quinnpiac Hose company at the East Grand avenue engine house. Three fine prizes have been procured and are worth contending for. The committee consists of E. A. Wheelock, E. H. Far ren and H C. Howard,
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
SOUTHINGY0N.
Especial yourp.l-courier New. service,

Southington, March S.-May Wiles, aged sixteen years. died last night at the home of her aunt, Mrs, William Gaynor of Hobart street. The deceas- ed was the daughter of the late MT
 and Mrs. Daniel .Wiles and had suf- fered from tuberculosis for long time, She is survived by sister, Lil- Han of this place and by number of uncles and aunts. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning at o'clock from St, Thomas church and inter ment will be in St. Thomas cemetery.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Mir. and Mrs. Bennett of Front street have been entertaining Mir. and Mrs. William Clark of Boston.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The third degree will he conferred on one candidate at the regular meeting of Widows Son lodge, No 66. A. r. and A. NJ, Wednesday evening
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entertained the members of her sew ing club at her home Monday evening.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The Clintons of New Haven will play the Battery basketball team at the armory Wednesday evening.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

W. C. Post left this afternoon for a visit with relatives in Deep River Conn.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Miss Alice Perry of Exchange street entertained the members of her sew ing club at her home Monday evening
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Elijah Rogers was elected vice president of the New Britain Milk Dealers association in New Britain yesterday. J. B. Lewis of this place was made secretary and treasurer.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The Southlngton W. C, T. U. will meet Thursday afternoon at the home of Miss Julia Merrells of North Main street, The topic will be "The Power of Prayer" The meeting will be led by Mrs Jennie Rice The meeting Is being held on Thursday in order that members may attend the meeting in New Britain on Friday.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Mir. and Mrs. A. W. Wadhams of Bridgeport, spent Sunday with MT. and Mrs. c. V. Sewall at Laurel Beach.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The South Main street basketball team administered at defeat to the as- pirins Bristol street team last night by score of to {. The game was a good one.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The Comfortable society of the Con- ereeational church meets Wednesda V afternoon with Mrs. E. F. Isbell of Montowese street
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The game of basketball Saturday basketball season. The Independents have enjoyed a very successful sea- son.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Mrs. A. V. Merwin, who is in the New Haven hospital, is convalescing nicely after an operation.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Miss Jennie Brown of Chapel street, is ill with grip.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

T. B Beach of New Haven was a borough visitor last evening.
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church at 1o:3O a. m. and at s:So p. m. and on Ash Wednesday, aAd in s.. Mary's church at a. m. and at 7;4b n m.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The Angelus quartet is to give q concert in the Howard avenue M. F. church this week. The quartet last week gave concert before an au- dlence of 3OG in Torrington and con cert in Mt. Carmel and their work was heartily applaudei.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Miss Alberta Downs has returned to her home in Willard street after spend
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Miss Ellen Talcott entertained number of her friends at whist this evening at her home on Curtiss ave- nue.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Mizpah circle of the Baptist church meets Wednesday with Miss Gladys Jerold of Montowese street
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04
Grange Gives Operctta.

The Merry Milkmaid." charming little operetta, with many apologies to the great New York craze, The Merry Widow" was very creditably given this evening at the town hall, Yalesville' by members of the Wallingford grange. The piece was made up of bright, catchy songs, clever lines. and an inter esting little story which combined 10 make the affair one worthy of note The proceeds will be used for the bene- fit of the Yalesville public library. The entire affair was under the abIe dlrec- tion of MT. A. B. Jennings. The cast
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

People who patronize the Grand avenue ear line appreciate the comple- ton of the new bridge over the rail- road cut Yesterday the west bound track at the east end of the bridge was competed and now both tracks are In use.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Court Windemere, Foresters, will meet tomorrow evening at Foresters hall
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Thomas J. Falls of Fort Trumbull Beach. is in New York for few days.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

MT. and Mrs A F. Pierce of North Whittlesey avenue are rejoicing over the arrival of son born this morn- ing.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

At the recent meeting of Pomona grange, Orange Thursday Walter Leigh of Quinnipiac avenue read an interesting paper.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Four candidates received the third rank at the meeting of Woodland lodge. No 30, K. of P. Monday even ing After the regular routine was concluded a supper was served in the bandnet hall; Deputy Grand Chancellor Woodng and several from George B. Shaw lodge. No. 57. of Stony Creek, were among the visitors.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Professor Baker, who has been un- able to attend to his vocal lessons inI town, on account of illness, is we'll again., and resumes his lessons here on| Wednesday.
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the Independents and Burns excelled for the Tabs
 The lineup and summary: Independents. T. A. B.
 Right forward. Sullivan. ...... Conway, Fitzgerald
 Left forward. Hubbard ................ .Germalne
 Center. QulnllVan ...........,..... helly
 Right guard. HdSsett .........,..'.. '''' beaIe
 Left guard. Score: Independents 24, T. A. B. IA; field goals, Hubbard :, Burke 3, Beal 1. Hassett 1. Sullivan 1, Burns ?, Fitzgerald 1, Conway 1; goals, from fouls, Burns 4: fouls, Independents :, Tabs 3. Referee, Mottram. Timer, Gilbert
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Miss Frances Walkley will hold story hour in the public library Satur- day afternoon for children, from ten to fifteen years old.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

The March meeting of the Branford board of school visitors will he held in the High school building Thursday evening.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-03-04

Rev. C. c. Brown, president of the college which is conducted by the American board of missions at Jaffna Ceylon, is visiting his brother, Rev. R, F. Brown of Lexington avenue MT Brown has been in this country over a year during winch time he has tray eled extensively and represented the interests of the college. He will re- turn to Ceylon soon, sailing this month.
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East Rock coancil, Fraternal Ben eft league, met last evening and sew eral applications for membership were acted on. A luncheon was srved after the meeting.
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to Commissioner Macdonald at thu capitol in Hartford yesterday
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If the Baby Is Cutting Teeth, be sura
 and use that old and well tried remedyI Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup. fon children teething. II seothes the childI softens the gums allays all pain. cures wind collie and is the best remedy fo1 diarrhoea. Twenty-Five cents . bottle.
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There was large whist given last night at the home of Mrs J. w. Quinn in Grand avenue, the pc>See Is going to St, Anthony's guild. Several fine prizes were given.
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The Ladies Aid society will give a lecture. by Rev. Bennett c. Miller inI the Methodist church, Wednesday ev-
 ening. Subject, "Oliver Wendell
 Holiness"
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The K of c. and A, o. H. card teams met in Red Mems hall tonight to decide honors.
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On the occasion of the eighteenth birthday of Miss Evelyn Thompson of Quinnipiac avenue, Monday, party of her friends paid a surprise visit at her home in the evening. The affair was greatly enjoyed by the company.