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The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1908-08-19
None for Him.

None for Him.
WeD, what does the hat bill como
TO this summer" inquired Mr. Jug
gins
Let me sea" said Mrs. Jusgins. pro-
ducing the long paper. my Merry
Widow, Lottie's pink Merry Widow.
Wid0w-t0tal 5000"
'Gee!" said Mr.. Juggins. Nearly
. hundred! Well. with the ten cents
remaining, guess I'd better have my
old straw done up again"
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1908-08-19

& buy Furs 4 Hides. Write for cataiog los
N. W. Hide L Fur Co.. Minneapolis. Mimi
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1908-08-19

The tree Of fame Is an inconvenient-
y tail tree; the trunk OF it is abnor-
mally smooth, too. aifording very little
fOOtb0ld to the climber.-Lucas Malet.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
The NewtoWn Bee.
 Newtown. Friday. Decembe' s5lSo7.
Kent

BEE LINES FROM MACEDONIA.
 John A. Peters and family of Brook lyn, N. r.. are spending theIholidays at their old home.
 Merry feet kent time to music at a ,ocial dance at Wathley Brothers home. last Friday night.
 Sherman Chase has purchased Will liam Cribley's horse and outfit.
 1: Grace Richmond, who has made her home with her sister. Mrs Beecher. for some time. has returned to her parents in Danbury. . s.Tr-
 Charles Whitney. Jr.. had a close call, one day last week. He was driv- ing one of Wathley Brothers teams. loaded with feed. and had just crossed the bridge and started to climb the hill near George s. Thompson's when the horses. smooth shod, either could not or would not draw the load and backed the wagon off the steep bank near the bridge. Very fortunately about half way was a tree against which the | wagon glided. and saved the young man and team from injuries, if not 1eath. es.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
Washington.
NEWSY NOTES.

The Monday club meets with Mr. Sherman Woodruff on January 4.
 Miss Alice Peck came home iron Smith college on Wednesday, for the Christmas holidays. -
 Hamilton Gibson of the Berkshire school is at "The Sumachs" until January 4. H .&.
 MT and Mrs Will Church expect to open their house over New Years.
 Curtis Woodruff is home from Cor nell college. .. ......-.
 Miss Smith and Miss Palmer have returned to the city for the rest of the winter.
 MT and Mrs Blackman have opened their home after several weeks ab- sence from town.
 Mrs A. C. Titus Tn Rochester, N. H., caring for her sick father.
 Mrs E. G. Clark is spending the hol- ydays with friends in Winsted and New Hartford.
 The night school will reopen after New Years.
 The schools are closed for the holi- days and a jolly lot. of maidens and young men boarded the train on Tues day. .-.. ... ..
 No Christmas tree at St Johns church, quite an unusual thing.
 The new brick schoolhouse continues to rise perceptibly.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
nIsTRIcT OF WASHINGTON. ss. Court of

nIsTRICT OF WASHINGTON. ss. Court of U Probate December 10. 1908.
 Estate Of Henry w. Brown. late Of Wash ington. in said district. deceased,
 Upon the application Of Ida M. Brown. Ad- ministratrix. praying that she be empowered to sell the real estate belonging to said estate, including an undivided one-third interest which the deceased had or ought to have as beir-st-law of Isaac Brown. lste Of said dts.. trict. deceased. in or to certain piece Of land situated in New Preston village, with dwell ing house thereon standing, and known ss the Isaac Brown homestead. as DOT application on Hle more fully appears. itis
 ORDERED, That said application be heard and determined st the Probate Omce in Washington, in said district. on the 2d day of January A. D. 1909. st ? o'clock in the afternoon. and that notice be given of the pendency of said application and time and place of hearing thereon, by publishing Che same one time in some newspaper having | circulation in said district and by posting . copy thereof. on:the public slgn-post In the town of Washington in said district. nearest where deceased last dwelt lat least i've days before the said day of hearing.
 Heman 0. Averill, Judge.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
DISTRICT oF BEDDING, ss. Probate Court.

RESTRICT OF BEDDING, ss. Probate Court. U December 21, 1908.
 Estate of Urlah s. Griffin. late of Red- ding, in said district deceased.
 Tpon the application of Frederick Griffin. Administrator. praying that hearing may be had on his application for the sale of all Of the real estate of said deceased. and an order given by your honorable court authorizing and directing him to sell the same, as per ap- plicatlon on file more fully appears. 1t is and determined at the Probate Office in Bedding, in said District. on the 29th day of December. A. D. 1908 at II o'clock in the forenoon; and that notice be given of the pendency of said application and time and place of hearing thereon, by publishing the in said district and by posting copy thereof on the public,signpost lin the town of ked- ding in said district.
 John N. Nickerson. Judge.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25

The display of Christmas goods at the up-to-date store of R. H. Beers & Co.,, is unusually varied and tasteful and includes the choice and fancy Kib- be confections in packages, fancy pipes in boxes for the smokers, cigars by the box for men who enjoy smoking, toys for the children in abundance and a fine assortment of handkerchiefs.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
Reddlne.

The Christmas festival of the Con gregational Sunday school will be on Tuesday evening, December 29. There will be Christmas tree with the usual fruit and program of recitations and carols will be given. It is hoped every
 member of the Sunday school will be
 present and the public are cordially invited to be present.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
Probate Notices.

nIsTRICT OF VIEWPOINT. ss. Probste D Court, Dec l9th, 1908
 Estate of Michael Mccarthy. late of New town. in said District ;decessed.
 The Court of Probate for the District of Newtown hath limited and allowed six months from the date hereof for the credl- tors of said estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts. properly Attested, within said time. will be debarred recov- cry. All persons indebted to said estate gre requested to make immediate payment to
 Margaret Y. Lester.
 Administratrlx with the will annexed
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
South Britain.

Rev and Mir Norman Y. Squires of West Haven, Conn.,, have announced the engagement of their daughter, Del ma L., to Frederick E. Pierce, form erly of this place.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
BRIDGEWATEK.

SCHOOL ENTERTAINMENT.
 The school in Mallett district closed the term, last Friday, with an enter tainment. An interesting program con- sisting of readings, recitations and singing was presented and enjoyed by an appreciative audience, followed by the distribution of gifts from a Christ mas tree by Santa Claus. Both teach CT and pupils are to be congratulated upon their success.
 George Marsh and Robert Treat from Yale and Howard Peck from the Curtis school in Brookfeld are among the young people home for the holi- days.
 Mrs H. M. Jessup has closed her place for few weeks and will be the guest of MT and Mrs Will Jessup in also of her daughter, Mrs Anna Jessup Harris, in New York City. ..-.
 The young people of St Marks par ish announce an entertainment to be given in Grange hall, Christmas night. The young people of the Congrega- tional church also announce an enter tainment to be given in the church, Friday evening.
 George Marsh led the young peoples meeting in tEe chapel, Sunday evening. |
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
For Sale.

100 scclimated horses; also four car loads of Western horses received direct from the farms of Iowa, including Road Horses, Fast Pacers. Heavy Chunks and Heavy Draft Horses. all fearless and guaranteed as represented. We have also fine lot of Sleighs, both single and double. Heavy Bobs. Wagons. Carriages, Farm Wagons and Trucks Harnesses, Whips. Blan- ketS, Robes, etc, We also have second hand Furniture and Pianos that are as good as new. Give us a call
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
No Trouble

When you have Famous International Gasoline Engine for power on your farm. Ifyou are contemplating buying an engine I can save iyou money. Write or call and see'me.
 s. J. PARKS. Trumbull, Conn. TOR SALE OR EXCHAN NGE-One low down I stone truck. team wagon. double harness, one Cushion Tire Buggy. one rubber tire sur- rey, one top wagon one low down top milk ing Picture machine; large Blacksmith Blower and Forge; l anvil. tire upsetter, tire bender drill press. bellows. vises. other tools; and ot, CT bargains; what have you to trade or offer for all or any part of above. Make appointment to meet J. D. Dixon. North Bridgeport. Conn.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25

r OST-A set brown furs on Mon day evening A December 14, between Frank Wrights on the Boulevard and the Newtown depot. finder will please return same to Bee Office. New town, Conn.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
Dancing School.

Ninth season and second term. W. III. New man will reopen his classes in department and dancing for the second term Tn Forester's Hall. cor. of Main and White St., Danbury, CJnn,, Tuesday evening. January 18th. at S o'clock. Term of 12 lessons s6; g down and 1.00 each evening until amount is paid. Pri- vate classes taken in or out of town. Private lessons by appointment. For further partic- ulars address w. H. Newman, 25 Montgomery St., Danbury, Phone 465-5.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25
The Smedley Co.,.
Fl Brewery St.. New Haven. Conn.

yUANTED-A farm; must have good build-
 w ings and near depot. Address with full particulars Wm. A. Tator. 3779 Main St., Bridgeport. Conn.,
 UTANTED-To trade, a good pair of Devon
 w steers for new milch COWS or COWS coming in soon or heifer. B. s. Beardsley, Stepney. EOR SALE-Having closed down our quarry I for :the winter we have { good working mules and one pair good mares for sale, New England Quartz %. Apply to George A. Be- atty, Roxbury Falls. Conn. Tel 73-3 EOR SALE-A Jersey COW and good horse. U Robinson X Pullman, Abbott Place. Mon- roe. Conn. Rouse IA. Monroe. ConR. EOR SALE-l black mare, soundiand kind. I weight about twelve hundred. work any spot or place, and a good driver, and is also fearless, years old; will be sold at bargain F. 0. Nichols. White Hills, Ct. Telephone 9-6 Huntington. Ct.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25

NOR SALES good secondhand stoves, one II oak. one sheet iron wood stove and one cast iron wood stove. E. J. Hall, Sandy Hook, Conn. .5
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25

NOR SALE-One set of team harness in good condition, 0. H. Hawley. Stepney, Conn.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25

EOR SALE-A fine lot of B.. Rock and R Red cockerels at $l.5o and g. They are heavy farm raised and pure stock. Also a few bullets. M. J. Trowbridge. Grassy Plain street. Bethel, Ct.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25

street, Bethel. Ut.
 NOTICE-The service of my bull after Jan-
 N uary 1, will be 6. Cash at time ofseryice. O. w. DimOn. R. E. D. No. z. Sh.ltOn. Conn. WANTED-To buy fender and pair of
 andirons. Allison P. Smith. Newtown. FOR SALE--Farm of l1S acres. good room Y house, large barns. sheds etc. 1-s miles from railroad station. Will sell on easy terms. Possession given April 1. Loren R. Carter. Il East Main street, Waterbury. WANTED-A loan of SlOO0. first mortgage.
 " on Central Newtown property worth 3 times amount of loan. Apply ct office of Newtown BEE. NewtOwn. Conn.
 EOR 6ALE-Fine Single Comb R. I. Red Cockerels ct g and 8 each. Show birds matter of correspondence. One nice pen yearling White Wyandotte and 2 or 3 used incubators. different makes. cheap. L. E. Olmstead & Co.,. Elmwood District. Bethel. Ct.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25

NOTICE-Ia am ready to saw logs for custom N work and can furnish lumber. timber and posts of all kinds at moderate prices. Mill is located near my house. Leon BourQuenez, Botsford. Conn.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25

NOT1CE-1 am now ready to saw logs for ~ the public at my mill in Hattertown. o. E. Morgan. Stepney. Ct.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25

WANTED-To buy 400 or 800 bushels of corn
 " on the cob. State price wanted. H. P. Gowans, R D No. 10. Fairfield. Conn.
The Newtown bee., 1908-12-25

E,OR SALE-5O0 boards 4x4 and 6. and feet T long: 1000 per 1000 feet John H. Frank. Huntingtown Dist. Newtown, Conn.,,
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1908-12-03
RECORD POSTAL DEFICIT SHOWN
According to Report of Postmaster
General 1t Is SIG, 1873, 222.

According to Report of Postmaster
General 1t Is SIC, 1878, 222.
In his annual report for the fiscal
year ended June 80, 1908, Postmaster
General Meyer gives the total receipts
for the year as 191,47S,G63, and ex-
penditures are s20s,351 $50, thereby
showing a deficit Of $l6,S73,222 the
largest in the history of the depart
burglary. etc, of $37,056. The deficit
of 1909. it is estimated, again will ex-
coed Sl6,0O0,000. Attention is particu-
larly called to a number of improve
ments in. business methods of the de-
partment as tending to its advantage
and the saving of considerable amounts.
The necessity for good roads is point
ed out i'm connection with the develop
1t is suggested that should Congress
grant the department authority to
utilize rural routes still further by the
establishment of limited parcels post.
confined entirely to rural delivery
routes. it would then be possible to earn
additional revenue amounting to mil
lions Of dollars and at the same time
benefit the farmer by enabling him to
have merchandise delivered when or
dered by telephone or postal card which
otherwise would not be purchased.
The Postmaster General urges legis-
lation permitting the establishment of
postal savings banks or-depositaries in
connection with post Offices
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1908-12-03
LAMPHERE GUILTY OF ARSON.
Jury Ignores Murder Charge-Sen-
tence from 2 to 81 Years.

Ray Lamphere was found guilty of
arson after the jury had been out TWEEN
tysiX hours in Laporte, Ind. Judge
John c. Richter Immediately sentenced
him to the penitentiary for an indeter-
inmate term of from two to twenty
one years and assessed fine of $4,000
The verdict was in the nature of a
compromise, ten of the jurors having
held out from the first for Il verdict
of murder In the second degree, with a
penalty of life imprisonment Two
stubborn members all day contended
for a verdict of arson and not guilty,
respectively.
Following the sentencing OF Lam
pherc all the jurors signed a statement
that they were convinced by the evil
dence at the trial that the adult body
found in the ruins with the bodies Of
the three children was that of Mrs.
Guinness
Lamphere expressed similar belief
i'm the first extended statement he has
made 10 other than his attorneys since
the trial began. He said he consid-
cred himself lucky. in view of the evil
dence produced. in getting off as easily
as he has He maintained his inno-
cence. however.
Contrary. to expectations, Lamphere's
attorneys made no motion for a new
trial. Unofiicially, however. they ex-
pressed such intention, but in view of
Lamphere's light sentence in COMPARE
son with the heavy punishment which
another jury might bring in were the
new trial secured there is little likeli-
hood of his being tried again.
In his cell Lamphere professed that
he expected acquittal, but his unwont-
ed buopancy belied his words He re-
sponded to congratulations on the light
ness of the yerdice with whole heart
edness
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1908-12-03
NEW YORK.

Wholesale trade, crop and industrial
developments are generally i'm the direc-
ton of Improvement, there is less idle
machinery and the tone of affairs gen
orally is still cheerful, but there are
numerous Irregularities noted i'm con-
ditions in different sections and indus
tries. The situation as whole, there
fore, lacks some of the uniformity
which characterized 1t some time ago.
Most optimism and strength is ex-
hibited in the leading lines of domestic
manufacture and wholesale trade, oar-
ticularly as to the outlook for next
year. and manufacturers are buying
more freely of most raw materials,
while wholesalers report evidences of
scarcity in many lines. especially cotton
goods, for spring and later delivery
next year.
In retail trade there is n good deal
of irregularity, though the advent of
rains and SHOWS. followed by colder
weather, helped to improve conditions
as the week advanced.
Business failures in the United
States for the week ending Nov. 26
number 1913, against 273 last week, 25S
in the like week of 1907, la in 1900.
1SS in 1905 and lS4 in 1904.
Business failures in Canada for the
week number %, which compares with
80 last week and 10 in this week last
year.-Bradstreet' Commercial Report.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1908-12-03
PAST AND PRESENT
AS 1T COMES TO US FROM ALL
CORNERS OF THE EARTH.
Telegraphic Information Gathered
by the Few for the Enlightenment
Of the Many.

w. J. Bryan Has Bout with Bear.
w. j. Bryan is the hero of bear
hunting expedition in Mexico, in which
a wounded bear attempted to hug the
Democratic leader in a death squeeze.
After several shots had been placed in
the bear and he tumbled to the ground
as il dead. Mr.. Bryan ran up to meas
ure the animal, which suddenly
grabbed at him. With a quick jerk
Mr.. Bryan escaped with few scratch
es on his body as the hunting coat was
torn from his back by the claws of the
enraged beast. His companions rushed
to Mr. Bryan's rescue and quickly dis
patched the bear before he could do
further damage. The animal weighed
about 800 pounds, and the skin will be
preserved as a memento of the event.
The members of the expedition were
cautioned by Mr.. Bryan to keep the
escapade quiet as heidi not wish to
be held up as a nature faker.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1908-12-03
JAPAN MADE AN ALLY
BY THE UNITED STATES
Uncle Sam Reaches Agreement with
Mikado in Affairs in
Pacific.
WILL CONSULT EACH OTHER
Nations Promise to Respect Respect
i've Territories and Chinese
Independence.

Despite official reticence at Wash
ington. information from reliable
sources has been obtained of an agree
ment of far-reaching Importance be-
tween the United States and Japan COW
ering the policy of the two countries in
the Pacific.
The agreement is based on the idea
of encouraging and defending free and
peaceful commercial development in the
Pacific. 1t contains not only mutual
guarantee to respect each others terri
torial possessions there, but defines the
attitude of the two countries toward
China, binding each TO defend by every
peaceful means China's independence
and integrity, and to give equal COM
mercial opportunity in the Chinese en-
pire TO all nations. But more impor-
tant still the agreement in the event
Oh comp cations threatening the status
quo. bin the United States and japan
10 consult each other with a view to
acting together
Tile agreement has been drawn up in
the form of declaration and consists
of live articles. The first article gives
expression to the wish Of the two gov
ernments to encourage the free and
peaceful development of their commerce
in the Pacific. The second is a mutual
disclaimer of an aggressive design, and
contains aisc a definition of the policy
OF each government, both as directed
TO the Maintenance of the existing
status quo in the Pacific and the de-
Tense If the principle OF equal oppor-
tunity for commerce and industry in
China. The third article contains a
statement of the consequent firm re-
ciprocal resolution of each government
10 respect the territorial possession in
the Pacific Of the other
In the fourth article the United
States and Japan express their deter
minatiOn, lin the common interest of
all the powers" in China to support "by
all peaceful means at their disposal
the independence and integrity OF China
and the principle of equal commercial
and industrial opportunity for all ma
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1908-12-03
DE4z EA!s(H;2Eyz,[ERS
,ss,s$e5SSSs LIZ $sl@,@-
ef1s 5000

:. Chicago-Cattle, common to prime,
S4.00 to $780, hogs, prime heavy, 800
to $500; sheep. fair to choice. $500
to Si.G0; wheat, No. ,, S1.03 to S1.05 :;
corn. No. 2, Gle to 62c: oats, standard,
47c to 4Sc; rye. No. ,, zoe to 76c; hay.
timothy, $500 to $780, prairie, $500
to $3.50: butter, choice creamery, DC
to SOC: eggs, fresh, 21c to 29c; potatoes,
per bushel, 62c to Zoe.
Indianapolis-C Cattle, shipping, S3.0o
to 500; hogs, good to choice heavy,
$3.50 to $6.15 sheep, good to choice,
$3.50 to $500: wheat. No. 2, $1.01 TO
$1.O3; corn, No. white, CSC to 64c !;
oats. No 2 white, 59c to sic.
St. Louis-Cattle, $3.50 to $3.50; hogs.
800 to $3.50: sheep, $500 to S4.25 !;
wheat, No. 2, Sl07 to S1.0S: corn. No. 2,
Gle to 62c: oats, No. 2, Acc TO soc; rye,
No. 2, 73c to 75c.
Cincinnati-Cattle, 800 to $500:
hogs. $4.OO to $3.50; sheep, $500 to
1865: wheat. No. ., S1O6 to $1.O7; corn,
No. mixedo. CSC to 6fc; oats, No. 2
mixed, sic to 52c; rye, No. 2, 7Sc to Soc
Detroit-Cattle. $500 to $500; hogs,
$500 to 1925; sheep. $3.50 TO $3.50 !;
wheat, No. 2, SLO6 to $1.07; corn, No. 3
Yellow 64c to 65c: oats, No. white,
ole to 52c; rye, No. 2, 75c to nc.
Wheat, No. 2 northern,
S1.o3 to $1.O5: corn, No. 3, Coo to Gle
oats, standard soc to ole; rye, No. /,
74c to Toe; barley, No. ]. 63c to G4c ::
pork. mess, $14.70.
Buffalo-Cattle choice shipping steers,
$500 to $6.75 hogs, fair to choice, 500
to 5000; sheep, common to good mixed,
S400 to S475; lambs, fair to choice,
$500 to 1928.
New York-Cattle, $500 to $500 !;
hogs, $3.50 to 5000: sheep. $500 to
S4.25; wheat, No. red, Sill TO S1.13 !;
corn, No. ., lie to re; oats. natural
white 54c to SIC; butter, creamery, &c
to 32c; eggs, western, Sic to 35c.
Toledo Wheat, No. mixed, $1O5 to
S1.O6; corn, No. . mixed, Gle to 63c !;
oats. No. mixed, soc to ole; rye, No.
.. 7Jc to re; clover seed, $j.52.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1908-12-03
NEARLY 200 ARE LOST
WHEN STEAMER BURNS
Ocean Liner Going to Egypt De-
9sroyed and Passengers Die in
Mad Panic Aboard.
SCORES JUMP TO DEATH IN SEA.
Tugs Hasten to Rescue, but Fail to
Lend Aid Because of Furious
Gale Raging.

Nearly 200 persons. passengers and
crew of the Ellerman line steamer Sar-
DINA, are reported to have persisted
when the steamer was destroyed by fire
just after she had sailed for AleXan-
dria, Egypt, from valetta, Island of
Malta. The Sardinia was scarcely
mile off Grand harbor when the first
sign of fire appeared, but with strong
wind to fan the flames the whole ship
was soon ablaze and the passengers
and crew had scarcely a chance for
their lives
There was a wild scene of panic on
board as the rapidly spreading flames
drove the passengers to the rails and
many Of the excited ones, not even
waiting Tor the boats to be lowered,
plunged into the sea. Scores are be-
lieved to have been drowned. Others,
trapped by the fire, were literally roast
ed to death or smothered without
chance for life.
There were many craft in the harbor
at the time of the disaster and several
tugs and other swift small vessels rush
ed to the assistance of the imperiled
liner. The high sea and strong gale
which prevailed at the time, however,
made it impossible for them even to
approach the Sardinia, and they could
do little in the way Of aid.
The Sardinia left Liverpool Nov. IA
with cargo of general merchandise
for Mediterranean ports. Her crew
numbered forty-four,< and about twenty
first-class and six second-class passen-
gers embarked at Liverpool. Most Of
her other passengers undoubtedly were
Levantines, Maltese and Egyptians
Many of these people cross on the
steamers of this line from Malta to
Alexandria. 1t is their custom to pitch
their tents on decks for shelter during
the four days trip. The decks are clut-
tered and this condition undoubtedly
made the orderly clearing of the ship
difficult.