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The Elbert County tribune., 1908-10-08

help her, but even ~ she spoke her
trim little foot slipped ON the vet
stone. and. losing her balance com
pletely, she fell backward into the
deep water, while the rod disappeared
upstream.
In moment Vincent was running at
top speed along the bank till he came
to little point of land near which the
drowning girl must pass. As she ap-
preached he leaped into the water.
and, striking diagonally upstream,
seized her by her clothing, and, fight
ing his way back. safely gained the
point OF land. Meantime l had run
up the river toward boat that | had
observed near the bank. Jumping in
soon reached the spot where Law the
unconscious form Of Agatha Second
All this time was dimly aware OF the
fact that Agatha Third had never
stopped screaming and was now run.
ming up and down on the opposite
bank sobbing and wringIng her hands
When reached Wilfred he was anx-
iously bending over the girl, but ap.
parently without the slightest idea
what to do.
/ Immediately fell to chafing her
hands and resorting to the other we'll.
known expedients for reviving the
drowned, and to enable her to breathe
more freely l removed the tight-ftting
dickey of her sailor suit. 1t was not
long before she began to regain con
sciousness, and it was at this mo
ment that / made most amazing dis
covery, for around the neck of the
girl l saw a little silver chain. and
on it was strung heavy gold ring set
with large cross OF old-fashioned em.
eralds.
l called to Vincent, and as I pointed
at the magnificent and telltale piece
OF jewelry we both gazed at it.
speechless with surprise at discover.
Ing In such manner the secret of the
Honorable Agatha's Identity. Before
she had quite regained her conscious
ness / readjusted her dickey, and
when she was able to stand we
wrapped her In our coats and carried
her to the boat. There wasn't room
In 1t for more than two, so I made
Vincent get In with her and row back
Agatha Third and I, too thoroughly up
set by the accident to wish to carry
through our picnic, followed them
back, walking one on each side OF the
stream until we reached the bridge,
where we Joined forces.
As we returned did a great deal
OF thinking. So 1t was Agatha Second.
after all, who was the real Honorable
Agatha. For certainly her possession
of the Wyckhoff ring. mentioned in
the will. was proof positive. Now that
thought of 1t, the suspicious circum-
stance Of Agatha Thirds seemingly in
voluntary rising when Vincent toasted
the Honorable Agatha. admitted of
many explanations. At any rate,
whatever her reason for her action,
the presence OF the Wyckhoff ring on
the neck of Agatha Second had proved
to me the falsity OF that other clew
and the identity of our fair but mys-
terious hostess.
(To BE sCoNTINUED.)
The Elbert County tribune., 1908-10-08
NO GUSHER
But Tells Facts About Postum.

1--WE have used Postum for the past
eight years." writes Wis. lady, "and
drink it three times day. We never
tire of 1t.
For several years I could scarcely
eat anything on account of dyspepsia,
bloating after meals, palpitation, sick
headache-in fact was in such misery
and distress tried living on hot water
and toast for nearly a year.
Il had quit coffee. the cause of my
trouble, and was using hot water, but
this was not nourishing.
Hearing of Postum l began drink
ing 1t and my ailments disappeared,
and now I can eat anything 1 want
without trouble.
My parents and husband had about
the same experience. Mother would
often suffer after eating, while yet
drinking coffee. My husband was
great coffee drinlker and suffered from
indigestion and headache.
After he stopped coffee and began
Postum both ailments left him. He
Will not drink anything else now and
we have 1t three times day. / could
write more but am no gusher-only
state plain facts"
Name given by Postum Co., Battle
Creek. Mich. Read THE Road to
Wellville." in pkgs There's Reason"
Ever read the above letter. A new
one appears from time to time. They
arc genuine, true, and full Of human
interest.
The Elbert County tribune., 1908-10-08

into view. On the opposite bank was
Vincent in high boots, knockerbockers.
white shirt with sleeves rolled up, and
farmers broad-brimmed hat of
straw. He was busy over a broken
fishing rod which he was trying to
mend. In the center OF the stream,
where the current ran swift and dan
gerously deep, girl stood on a large
bowlder. fishing Other powders at in
tervals between the one she was stand
ing on and the shore where Vincent
was Indicated the means by which she
had attained her precarious position.
/ recognized the girl as Agatha Sec
ond. and smiled pityingly as I thought
of poor Vincent, invariably wasting his
time with the wrong Agatha.
'Hullo!" they cried. cheerfully. and
we waved our hands and asked them
what luck they'd had. This isn't al
ways safe question to ask fisher
man, but notice that people who are
not fishing themselves invariably find
great satisfaction in asking it. Vim
cent said he hadn't caught any fish,
and asked If I'd landed mine yet. Just
like his impudence! He'd say any
thing If he thought 1t was funny, NO
matter how 1t might annoy other peo-
pie.
Just as I was thinking of some re-
tort polite enough to utter aloud,
Agatha Seconds rod began to bend
and jerk. and Immediately there was
so much action going on that in my ex-
citement l forgot what was about to
say. l am a fisherman OF some skill
myself. Well. the pole began to bend
and the Agatha on the rock began to
scream, and Vincent shouted direc-
tions from the bank-"Easy there.
easy" he entreated her; give him
more line. Aggie, more line"
Il can't!" she screamed at the top
of her voice; Something's caught. and
he pulls So"
"The reel!" l shouted. jumping up
and down. THE reel! Press the knob
and let her go!"
/ knew in moment the sort she
had. 1t was Just like mine. patent
one with a spring reel-mine often
stuck that way. All this time the
fish was leaping about, sometimes
jumping out OF the water SO that we
could see him. and he was a big fell
low.
Let me alone: can do 1t myself"
cried the girl. as Vincent started to
The Elbert County tribune., 1908-10-08
SYNOPSIS.

Lord Wilfrcd Vincent and Archibald
the story. n A;usiandS Sfhc latter relating
the tam TisT pair ~ an outing miss
their train ana seeklpg recreation meet
"the Honorable Agatha Wyckhoff."
whose hard Is much sought after. be-
cause of her wealth.. Five other Agatha
Wyckhofrs are introduced The deceased
his will so that the real Agatha, heiress
to his fortune and the castle at Wye,
Mrs. Armlstead chaperon, was In duty
bound to keep the real Agatha's Identity
unknown. An attempt by Terhune to
gather clew from the chaperon fails.
Terhune finds old books containing pic
ture OF former Baroness Wyckhoff.
which Ia exactly like Agatha Sixth, whom
love for Vincent and also that she is the
real hcircss. He spurns her proposal.
Many clews to identity OF the real
Agatha prove fruitless.
The Elbert County tribune., 1908-10-08
Nobody Else Loved Her.

In her new. autumn gown she re-
garded her complexion complacently
In the long glass.
Il must confess" she said, that
am in love with myself"
"Then you should be happy" said
her chum, tartly. for you haven't a
rival"
How often do smart clothes excite
shabby remarks!
The Elbert County tribune., 1908-10-08
Comfort Before Art.

Architecture is lost art. Today
we need only hygienic. comfortable
buildings. Our modern cities are ugly.
but we do not notice it. They suit
the modern state Of mind and the
modern conditions OF ufe.-Munich
Kunst.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
THE GUILD SALE.

The sale under the auspices of Trin- ity Guild, Wednesday afternoon, was a pleasant affair in every way, and not able success financially. About SIP will be netted for the treasury of the Guild. Mrs Abel Clark and Mrs Grace Glover were the general committee in charge and thelr able assistants were ::
 Fancy work, Miss Fannie Daniels, Mrs Bertha Ferris. Miss Mary Black man and Mrs Harry Nichols.
 Sale of Aprons. Miss Kate Tomlin.
 Candy booth, Mrs w. R. Curtis, Miss Florence Glover, Miss Caroline George, Miss Jessle Nichols.
 Cake and bi iscuit, Mrs George P. San ford, Miss Agnes Patterson.
 Ice cream, Mrs H. N. Tiemann, Mrs Flansburgh, Mrs Rupf.
 Children's booth, Miss Ruth Johnson, Miss Irene Northrop, and Frank Johnson. 9..-.- -.
 In charge of tickets, Mrs C. s. Platt.
 Junior Auxiliary table, Miss Elsie Ferris, Miss Emily Jones.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
THE BIG BEFORE INVENTORY
CLEARANCE SALE.

For the next 10 days The Big Inven- tory Clearance at Meigs & Go. will command attention. This is regular summer event at the big store during which the odds and ends of summer wearables are cleaned out in prepara- tion for the fall season. Meigs & Co.
 make point of presenting nothing but new styles each season and to do that they must not carry over anything from one season to another. The result of maintaining this policy. therefore, is this; their Before Inventory Sales al- ways provide the best bargains of the season in wears for men, women and children. The special low price quoted in Meigs & Co.'s large advertisement in this issue. will hold good for the 10 days of the sale, and they are espec- tally low, so as to insure a complete clearance of the broken lines in every department before taking inventory. Be sure and read their big advertise ment, as it contains something for you.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
KILLED BY TRAIN.
THOMAS CASEY STRUCK NEAR
 SANDY HOOK STATION.

Thomas Casey, an employe of the New Haven road at Sandy Hook, was struck and instantly killed by an east bound passenger train, Friday evening, which train left the Danbury station en route for Boston at 6.15 o'clock. MT Casey, who was sort of caretaker and attended the switch light, was re- turning from the rock cut at the west of the station, after lighting a switch lamp at that point, when the accident occurred. An examination disclosed only small cut at the back of the head and it is thought that Mir Casey died a, the effect of the shock. The deceased was about 40 years of age and is survived by wife and eight chil- denr. Services took place at his late home, Sunday afternoon, at 2 p. m., Rev P. Fox officiating. Funeral Di- rector Troy had the arrangements in charge.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
MONDAYS TOWN MEETING
TAKES ACTION IN THE CLARK
 MATTER.

At the special town meeting on Mon- day last to consider the offer of Robert A. Clark in reference to arrearages of taxes the matter was gone into in con- siderable detail. Judge Beecher first told of the matter leading up to the re- quest that a committee consisting of William H. Hubbell, w. A. Leonard, s. A. Blackman, H. H. Peck and Mich ael Donohue take up the matter with MT Clark to see if some adjustment ~ould not be made. Mir Hubbell told of the offer of MT Clark and went over the whole matter. Mir Clark offered the town $2443.9l which is about $6O less than the minimum amount found by MT Soule. This difference was made up in tax liens which were not collected by Mir Clark but charged to him. Mir Hub bell stated that the amount arrived at was thought by him to be just and fair to all concerned and that if the matter was ever brought to trial the town would not fare so well. MT Leonard also concurred in this statement.
 H. B. Coger stated that he would not agree to less than the minimum amount and moved an amendment of the offer. which was ruled out of or der. George w. Stewart made the welkin ring in a stirring appeal for honest men. He was opposed to taking anything less than the maximum amount. The meeting voted 35 to 22 to accept the offer of Mir Clark. Dur ing the discussion it was argued that matter of about S2OOO of the $45OO charged against Mir Clark was for uncol- lected taxes. Daniel G. Beers acted as chairman and Assistant Town Clerk Pitzschler was clerk.
 It was brought out during the discus sion that Mir Clark was under bonds only three of the Il years he served as collector.
 After the town meeting a number of prominent citizens and taxpayers were heard to express approval of the action of the meeting, considering it wise thing to avoid expensive litigation for such small sum as about S60.
 Other representative citizens ex- pressed themselves as being dissatis- fled with the settlement. as they deemed it a matter of justice, that MT Clark should pay the full minimum amount.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

Mir and Mrs Stephen Sanford, Miss May Parsons, William c. Sanford, Harold Sanford, Jesse Sanford and Stephen Sanford, lJr., are enjoying a two weeks sojourn at the shore on Steeplechase Island.
 Prof Edward Clemence of New Mil ford has been guest at Miss Julia Sanford's for the past few weeks.
 Mir and Mrs Randolph Bradley have recently entertained Mir and Mrs E. J. Miller of Bethel and Mir and Mrs Coles of Washington, D. c.
 Mrs Charles Bradley, Jr., of New York has returned home after a few weeks visit at "Glen Cottage"
 Mrs A. L. Searles of New York is spending a few weeks with her moth. CT, Mrs Wheeler.
 Miss Harriette Wakeman, who has been critically ill for several weeks, is little better.
 Mrs Henry Wheaton is spending a few days with friend in Bethel.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
AT FINcH's.

Misses drop stitch hose 15c a pair at Finch's.
 A complete line of hose for men and women. At Finch's.
 A few of those bargains in 'Oxfords left. Don't wait. '~ .@ -..# -@
 Try jar of the delicious Nabob' s jam in pineapple and raspberry.
 Olive oil, Durkee's salad dressing, walnut ketchup, plaln and stuffed olives.
 Post Toasties, and Wheat Berries, the new cereals, give great satisfac- tion. At Finch's.
 A full line of cookies and cakes, bot tied temperance drinks, Moxie, etc., for picnic parties. At Finch's.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
BASEBALL.
VIEWPOINT l9-BETHEL 4.

Newtown gave Bethel trimming, last Saturday, on the Fair grounds that won't be forgotten for some time in the "Hat" town. And if Bethel waits until the material that represented the town last Saturday develops into any thing like a ball team, it will be a long time before they will get back at Newtown. Bethel started with big scoring twice before they were retired in the first mining. Then the slaught- CT began. Haugh was the first man up for Newtown and hit to left field for two bags. Lillis followed and scored Hauxh on hit. After that everybody found the Bethel twirler for from one to four sacks and the game was clinched in the first session. Bethel worked for three or four in nings to overtake Newtown's lead but when they found they were outclassed at every stage of the game, they quit like so many canines and changed their tactics from playing ball to kicking on decision and trying to odtdo each oth- CT in profanity and rowdyism. Even their own supporter from Bethel left the field disgusted. If Bethel wants to be represented in baseball in the fu ture they would do better to release their present aggregation and purchase nine substantial cigar signs. They might not be swift but if ball hit one of them it would stop and besides they couldn't disgrace themselves by indecency. Also apologes to the New town public for booking game with that bunch of "dead ones" But we didn't know.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
NEWTOWN VS. EAGLES OF DAN-
 BURY.

The Eagle baseball team, leaders of the Danbury City league, will play Newtown at 3.30 p. m., Saturday, August 18th. This is one of the best teams in Danbury and will certainly make the local team work. This is the Eagles first season in the game but they have been very successful, having beaten Ridgefeld, New Milford and several other fast amateur teams in Newtown's class. Don't be afraid of getting a lemon because they haven'ta big reputation; they don't need it. They are playing on their merits and doing good work.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
THE HOTELS. AT THE INN.

". K. Simpson, Dr and Mrs s. J, Walsh, Harry V. Walsh, Mrs Johr Derlin. Mrs George F. Krotel, Master E. w. Krotel, New York.
 James Gregory, George Peck, E. J. Morgan, c. w. Hargrave, Miss Emma c. Knapp, Mrs A. M. Miller, Mrs J. W.lWright, Mrs w. M. Terry, Mrs s. c. Trubee, Daniel J. Morgan Will liam E. Peck, Bridgeport.
 Miss Nesbit, New Haven.
 Mrs J. 2. Chumasero, Mir and Mr. W. C. Reynolds, Brooklyn, N. Y.
 Mir and Mrs s. R. Tomlinson, Fair. field. &
 Mrs s. A. Rich, Ridgewood, N. J.
 Mrs G. B. Buxton, Norwalk.
 W. D. Baldwin, Mrs Baldwin, Derby. The Inn is now filled to overfowing.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
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TRINITY PARISH.
THE ORGAN RECITAL.

While the threatening weather, Tuesday night, kept away large aud fence. those who were present enjo yed the program rendered. Cecil Wrig ht was heard in several organ selections and Prof c. s. Platt played an Obligato in B. fiat by Edwin Lott. Mrs Daniels of Danbury, soprano soloist twas heard with great pleasure in the vocal solo, With Verdure Clad" from the Gre ation. She also sang hymn.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
THE PRIVATE SCHOOL.
A TEACHER OF EXPERIENCE EN-
 GAGED.

Miss Florence Ashcraft of Coder- sport, Penn., has been engaged to teach the private school at the High school building: Miss Ashcraft comes well recommended and has had exper- fence as public school teacher. Be sides some younger pupils the school will have good sized preparatory class for the High school. Any parents who wish to send pupils should com municate at once with Curtis E. Cook or Hobart H. Curtis.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
REPUBLICAN CAUCUS
CH0sES DELEGATES TO THE STATE AND OTHER CONVEN-
 Tl0NS.

At the Republican caucus, Wednes day night, to elect delegates to the several conventions, Dr Frank J. Gale was made chairman and Allison P. Smith secretary. The delegates elect ed were as follows: State: Willson M. Reynolds, Allison P. Smith, Edgar c. Page, E. c. Platt.
 Senatorial: A. T. Nettleton, C. B.. Taylor, Clark Page, Eli B. Beers.
 Congressional: Henry B. Coger, j.. 5. Wheeler, R. H. Beers, Hobart H. Curtis.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH.
ANNUAL SALE UNDER THE AUS.
 PICES OF THE LADIES.

The ladies of the Congregational church will have their annual sale, next Thursday on the lawn at Hon W. H. Hubbells residence in the Street from 3 to D. m. There will be booths for the sale of.homemade candy, cake, biscuits, fancy work, ice cream and lemonade.
 In connection with the bazaar there will be "Sliby" sale of Turkish and Oriental goods, Mexican drawn work, Cluny and Florenrine faces, doilies and center pieces, shirt waist patterns, silk kimonas, etc.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

An enjoyable social dance was held at the home of Mir and Mrs F. A. Bemis, last week Monday night, in honor of Mir and Mrs Garry Oakley, who are spending their vacation at their summer home in Zoar. About 40 gathered and the young land we might tell about some not so young) folks danced and all had very pleasant ev- ening. Refreshments were served.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
DODGINGTOwN.
BIG LAWN CARNIVAL PLANNED.

There is to be big lawn carnival on
 the spacious lawn just north of Bar
 mum Brothers store on Thursday.
 August l3. There will be on sale ice cream, cake, lemonade, soft drinks,
 candy and cigars. A shooting gallery will be an attraction for the sharp shooters and there will also be some deep sea fishing for the sports where they can show their skill, and last but not least will be the side show where there will be continuous performance and one that you will not want to fail to see if you have to travel several miles. There will be exhibited in the same tent the wild man just caught. Do not get too close to him for he eats people alive. There will also be sev- eral other attractions. Be sure and at tend.the carnival. You will have the time of your life. The admission to the grounds is free but do not forget to bring your pocket book so you can see the side show and the wild man and you will also want something to eat and drink. The proceeds of the carnival are for the repairing of the Dodgingtown schoolhouse and for grad ing the grounds about the schoolhouse. Remember the day and date, Thursday evening, August 13. All go; the more the merrier.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
OBITUARY.
MICHAEL MIG CARTHY.

Michael Mccarthy, who lived near the cemetery, died on Wednesday, aged 70 years. He is survived by daugh. ter, Mrs John Stilson, and a son, Thomas Mo Carthy. The funeral will take place on Friday morning. Funer- al Director Honan has the arrange ents in charge.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

The campers on the Housatonic at Hanover, in charge of c. E. Cook, are having a great outing. Their friends have called on them in numbers. Mir Cook says that there is plenty of room for any who may wish to join the camp.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

The word, "Borden's," has been painted in large letters, on the new ice house; on the north and south ends of the building of the plant of the Borden's Condened Milk Co.,, at the Newtown lstation. It is a swell sign and he who runs may read.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

Judge w. J. Beecher left on Wednes- day for Eastern Point, near New Lon don, where Mrs Beecher and Misses Florence and Marguerite, have been passing two weeks. They are expected home on Friday.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

Samuel Gledhill, owner of the Man tic Mills property, was in Sandy Hook, Wedneday, experimenting the task of rebuilding the Mantle dam. Frank Hulse was general superintendent.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

4 A gold pin was lost between New- town station on Thursday morning,
 August 6. It was prized more as an heirloom than for its intrinsic value.
 Will the finder communicate with Frank Wright.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

Representatives Michael Kilbride and P. F. Grove and Ex-Representa- tives Edward w. Troy and John J. Northrop and c. G. Peck attended the legislative reunion at The Monogram, Cosey Beach, East Haven.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
Long Rill
MRS MyRoN TELLER.

The funeral of Mrs Myron Teller took place from her home here, Tues day afternoon and was attended by a large number of relatives and friends. The services were conducted by Rev E. J. Craft of Christ church. Bridgeport, and the singing by MT and Mrs Clary of the hymns. Lead Thou me on, ]" "Out of the Shadowland." and Goodnight" The many floral trib- utes were very beautiful. A delegation of the Daughters of Rebekah of Dan bury attended the services and funer- al. The pail bearers were Homer Sherman, Fred sherman, J. Frank 0lmstead and Mir Camp of New Mil ford. The interment was in Park cem- etery, Bridgeport, Mrs Teller was Miss Alice R.. Nolan of Bridgeport, and is surviyedby her husband, Myron Teller, three sisters and three broth CTS. .a'lsl.hs Z 2',aaltss.l'is''l
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
METHODIST CHURCH NOTES.
SUNDAY SERVICES.

Service Sunday morning in the Meth odist church at 10.45 o'clock. Sermon by the pastor, Rev J. A. Osborne.
 Service Sunday evening at 7.3O o'clock. conducted by the pastor.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

John F. Meyer of Danbury has pur- chased of Austin B. Blakeman, admin istrator of the estate of Charles Peeso, the real etate belonging to that estate. The land comprises about l3 acres.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

MT and Mrs Franklin Fairman and Miss Louise Fairman have returned from New York and are now with MT and Mrs Edward Taylor at Sandy Hook. --+-
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14
STATE OF OHIO. CITY OF TOLEDO, ss
 LUCAS COUNTY, 'S'

STATE OF OHIO. CITY OF TOLEDO,
 LUCAS COUNTY, Frank J. Cheney makes oath that he is sen- for partner of the firm of F. J. Cheney X Co.,. doing business in the City of Toledo. County and State aforesaid. and that said firm will pay the sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for each and every case of Catarrh that can Cot be cured by the use of Halls Catarrh Cure. FRANK J. CHENEY. Sworn to before me and subscribed in my
 (SEAL) A. w. GLEASON,
 Notary Public. Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally, and acts directly on the blood and mucous sur faces of the system. Send for testimonials free.
 Address F. J. CHENEY & CO, Toledo. o. Sold by all Druggists. I5c,
 Take Halls Family Pills for constipation.
The Newtown bee., 1908-08-14

Itis much regretted that the concert which was to have been given at the Town hall tonight, August 14th, has had to be indefinitely postponed because of illness in the family of one of the soloists.