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ALEX. S. GIBSON,
FROM THE CITY on NEW YORK,
(Organist of the First Congregiitlonal Churchi)
Teacher of the
Piano-Forte, Organ. and Musical Com-
position.
Box 879 P. 0. Norwalk, Conn.
_ in New York, care Poloubct, Pelton & 00., 841
Broadway.
JOHNHILL, M. 1);,
Physician and' Surgeon,
Office on Main Street, South Norwalk, just below
the depot.
001cc IIourss to 9 a. m. 1 to l p. in. 3m'17
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W. RANDEL SMITH,
Attorney at'LaW,
Lockwood’s Building, Norwalk, Conn.
ISRAEL M. BULLOCK,
Attorney and Counsellor at Law,
Office, No. 4 Gazette Building.
PATENT AGENCY.
WILLIAM VINE,
gent and Solicitor of Patents,
Mechanical Draughtsman and
MODEL MAKER,
1y7 Winnipauk, Conn.
JOHN COTTER,"
PATENT AGENT,
ENGINEER, MACHINIST AND MECHANICAL
‘nRAUG'HTSMAN,
Manufacturer of Models for the Patent Odice, Work-
ing Models, Patterns, and all other‘light machinery
in general. Over Church’s Machine Shop
0mm NORWALK, CONN.
G. O. ‘KEELER & .BROTIIER,
Wholesale and Retail Dealers in
Groceries, Flour, Feed, &c.,
Nos. 12. 14 and 16 Main Street, Norwalk, Conn.
ELBER’I‘ CURTIS, ‘
Merchant Tailor,
Curtis’s Building, Main Street, Norwalk, Ct.
Gen ts’ and Youth's 0103;; cut and made to order,
at short notice, of the best materials. in the latest.
styles, by experienced workmen. Prices reasonable.
'C.‘=as G. M. HOLMES,
DEALERS IN
GROCERIES, '
’ FLOUR, '
PROVISIONS, &c.,
Main Street, Norwalk, Ct.
C. S. LOCHWOOD, _
Fashionable Draperi‘t'l‘ailor
AND
Gentlemens Furnishing Emporium,
Main Street, Norwalk, Conn.
' AGENT FOR THE
Singer Manufacturing Co’s
‘Flrst Premium Sewing Machine,
The best Machine for general work.
Etna Insurance CO. of Hartford,
Incorporated 1819, Charter Perpetual.
Capital and Assets, $5,052,880 19
insures against loss and damage by_ Fire, on terms
adapted to the hazard, and consistent with
the laws of compensation.
GEORGE R. COWLES, .
Sole Agent for Norwalk and vicinity.
Norwalk Insurance Company.
NOBWALK, oomv.
Cash Capital, $500,000
Paid up Capital, $100,000
WI. 0. STREET, President, GEO. R. Cowzrs, See'y.
EDEN. HILL, Treasurer.
ASSETS OVER $25,000,000.
GEO. R. ‘COWLES,
IS AGENT at Norwalk, and issues policies for the fol-
lowing Insurance Companies.
Etna, of Hartford, Assets Jan. lst, '68, 5,052,880
Home, of N Y. “ “ “ “ 3,730,981
hmnix, of N. in, ,, u u “ 1,558,667
ome, of N. 11., “ “ “ “ 1,583,219
Security ofN. Y" “ “ “ “ 1,477,677
International, N. Y., “ “ “ “ 1,128,012
S :ingfield F. &'M., - “ “ “ " 181,067
onkcra it N. Y.. . “ “ u " 734,386
North American N. Y. “ “ “ “ 702.162
utnam Hd., “ “ “ “ 618,198
ar, . Y., “ “ “ “ .509,963
Commerce, Albau N. Y., " “ " 563,873
Western Bufl'alo, . Y., “ “ “ 653,257
Merchants Hd., _ “ " “ “ 418,309
North America, H’d., “ “ “ “ 401,274
, Ndrwlch, " “ “ " 470,949
People's. Worcester, “ “ “ ” 400,000
Baltic oi N. Y.,' “ “ “ “ 279.146
Commonwealth N. Y.,“ “ “ “ 280,000
Westchester of New Rochelle _N. Y., ' 200,000
Peoplcs of Middletowu, Conn., 115,000
Enterprise of Cincinnati, 1,000,000
And other Companies, Stock and Mutual, in Connecti-
cut, Massachusetts and New York. In So. Nor-
walk. application may be made to WM. '1‘. CRAW.
South Norwalk Insuranceiienci,‘
Representing over $25,000,000.
Hqtford Fire Ins. 00., Assets 82,026,000 00
Continental Insurance 00., . “ 1,814,590 31
North America ins. 00,, Philadelphia, -' 2,000,000
Germanis Fire Ins. 00., New York, _ 1,000,000
Cltg Fire lns. 00. Hartford, “ ’ 450,000 00
Ill diesex Mutuai Ass’c, 00., “ 800,000 00
LIFE INSURANCE.
Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Company,
, Assets 320,000,000 00. , A
Office in Shords’ Building, South Norwalk.
an: L. F. BEERS, Agent.
, THEPEOPLE’S g
’ COAL _Y.A.RZD.
Coal, Wood 65 Mason’s Building,
MATERIALS.
THE snbscriber‘ having had a long experience in
. _ the above named business, and having an rior
facilities for procuring the best kinds of 0021i:e ,
the" a. the lowest market rates, would respectfully
call the attention of the public to his Yard'for all ar-
ticles ill his line before purchasing elsewhere. Sam-
ples of coal ands slate will be kept at the Shoe Store'
of JAMES U. CARIER, Main Street. All orders ieft‘
therc‘will meet Wlth prompt attention.
CHARLES T. LEONARD,
. WATER STREET, NORWALK.
GROCERIES
Cheaper than ever,for Cash.
THE subscriber would inform the public generally
that he still continues to sell the best of Groceries:
Provisions, the, at his old stand No. 4 Skiddy’s Block,
as cheap) as the cheapest. Heo ers groatinducemeuts
to cash u are, as he has as lprgc an assortment of gro-
ceries of e best qualities as can be found at any store
in the country. lie would invite the special attention
of all to his stock of
COFFEES, TEAS, AND SUGARS
which are of the very best quality, and wiii be sold
cheap. The public are invited to call andexamine and
judge for themselves. A. MOREHOUSE.
NOTICE. ,
HE subscriber havinfr pill-chas d -
T and GENT’S FURNISHING Ithftggglngi‘IbeNAq
(cpl-c will continue the Business in all its brdnches
gt '1" 1:: orilblitgud’ N o. 3 .‘tlgalhl Street, Norwalk
r. areres ee til i ‘t '
ine the large and veiled assbriiiizegizlti? call and exam-
’xEN 31.33231? SHADE CLOTHING,
II CASSIMERES
which he will make 'up to order at shir'idn‘di‘iirggf'
the latest fashionable style. E. GUSOWSKI u
1,. 19 No. 3 Main Sire'ct.
- nish Hotels, Saloons, Families, &c., with Meats of all ‘
Garments which do not require to be ripped; also Kid
Gloves cleaned or dyed so as to look almost equal to
new. All orders left at the Dye House, J. Shepherd’s
Opposite the Post Oflice, of J. ' F. .h C. R. Bennett’s
South Norwalk, will receiye prompt hiteiiui’ii
merits tampons Brat-oiothAuXanhCity-Rotobiieh;' .
NEW GOODS!
Just received, a good assortment of
Cassimcres and Coatings,
'11 be made into garments in the most
lillncptrb‘vyeid style and best manner. Also, a lar e
lot of Paper Collars, of the best make; Will be so d
very cheap—cheaper than can be bought elsewhere in
this vicinity, together with a general assortment of
‘Gents’ Furnishing Goods,
at very low prices.
' Shirts made to order at short notice.
. ticular attcn‘ion aid to cuttin garments of
P“ " p D. ilAITON
. l k' (is.
1] m At the old stand, No. 4, Eiy’s Dloék.
South Norwalk. March, 1868.
P. S.-—Agent for Schwartz A; Class, Dyeingjs-
tablishlnent, Bridgeport. Garments of all kinds
dyed in the best manner at short notice. (13) D. D.
I DENTISTRY
South. Norwalk.
KENDALL .& HART, Operators.
E are now prepared to receive our patients at
any time during the week. We extract teeth
with or without the use of LAUGHING GAS.
Wednesdays we devote entirely to extracting Teeth
WITHOUT PAIN. ,
The principal O erator in Colton’s Dental Association
has repeatedly tidelared that South Norwalk is the best
place within his knowledge, (out of Cooper Union) to
have teeth extracted. ' - .
We particulary invite those who may desire
ARTIFICIAL TEETH,
to examine our manner of work and rices before
procurin them elsewherc.. Teeth tille in the most
approve manner. These partially broken away by
decay, restored to their former Size and shape.
- J. L. GARDNER,
[Ianness and saddle Maker,
SOUTH NORWALK, CONN.
ITUATED east of the N. Y. dc N. H. R. R. Depot,
on Main Street, nearly oppOSIte the News Oillce
and Tolles‘ Stove and Tin Store ; keep on hand and
will make to order every description of Harness,
Horse Furniture. &.c., .kc. All _ ill want of anythin
in his line will please callxon llim. Orders atten -.
ed to promptly. Repairing done cheaply and neatly _
on short notice. . - ltd
\
THE MODEL MARKET.
WILLIAI'I. MITCHELL,
' AVING become proprietor of this old-establish-
H ed and ever popular market, is prepared 10 fur-
kinds, of the best quality, in any desired quantity and
at the lowest market prices. The continued patron-
0 b1' licited.
”“6 of the p“ 16 so WILLIAM MITCHELL.
SAMUEL T. RUBEY, '
(Successor to Waterbury &. Duncan.)
IIAVING purchased the old established stand in
rear Of Horse Railway Depot, are prepared to ex-
ecute all orders for CARRIAGE MAKING and RE-
PAIRING, BLACKSlllI’i‘HlNG, and GENERAL
FORGIN G, with promptness, in the most substantial
manner, at reasonable rates. Being practical me-
chanics we will exert ourselves to pIease by turning
out good work.
NORWALK MACHINE SHOP.
THE subscriber would respectfully inform Manufac-
turers and others using Machinery, in 'Norwalk
and vicinity, that he is prepared to do all things per-
taining to a general machine shop. All orders for the
making or repairing of every description of Machinery
attended to with promptness by experienced workmen.
Having added a Steam Engine (in addition to water
power) to his works, he flutters himself he is well pre-
pared to do all kinds of work at very short notice.
ISAAC CHURCH, Jr.
Machine Shop first hack of the Post Oiilce and Horse
Railway Buildings. 11
NORWALK
Steam Dyeing Establishment,
FOOT 0F MILL HILL. ‘
- Every description of Sill:i Cotton and Woolen goods
Cleaned Dyed and Pressc ; particularattention paid
to the Cleansing, Dyeing and pressing ochntlemen’s
RRY.
EDWARD P. WEED,
Druggist and Apothecary,
Wall Street, Norwalk.
WOULD respectfully inform the citizens Of Nor-
walk and vicinity, that he has removed to
his new store on the “old spot” formerly occupiedby
him, on the north side of Wall Street, where, with in-
creased facilities, he hopes to give satisfaction to all
who may wish good articles of
Drugs, Medicines, Perfumery, Patent Medi-
cines, Cigars, &c., &c.
Physicians Prescriptions accurately prepared.
A. JACKSON «Sr. BRO.,
® NO. 1'Gazette Building?
OULD invite the attention of their old customers
and the public generally to their varied and ex-
tensive stock of '
WATCHES, JEWELRY, SILVER WARE, EANCY
Goons, SILVER PLATED WARE, 650.,
which was selected with great care a'ndls not to be'
surpassed in Fairficld County. in quality or. rice.
Constant additions are made of all the latest sty‘ies of
goods. A. JACKSON & BRO,
SOMETHING NEW 3
P—
A FIRST CLASS CITY
Diaper all Tailoring Eitailishmui
At No. 1, Gazette-Building, (up stairs)
THE subscriber would respectfully inform the cit-
izens of Norwalk, that he has made arrange-
ment, as above, where he pledges himself to give sat-
isfaction to all his customers.
lie will give special attention to Boys Garments as
well as those of gentlemen. Persons bringing their
own cloth can have the same cut or made up, in an ar-
tistic manner, at reasonable prices. ,
FRANCIS J. MCKEON.
SOUTH NORWALK '
Planing Mill Co.
Builders and others are informed that this Compa-
ny are now prepared: to execute in the best manner,
at short notice, all kinds of .
Steam Sawing, .
Scroll Sawing,
‘ Planing,
and Turning.
They will also furnish on the most rehsonable terms
all kinds of ‘ .
Lumber _ and Timber
, and manufacturcto order,
Sash, ‘
8 l i n d s,
' Doors, Etc.
BALUSTERS, NEWELS. &C.,
' ‘ for Stairs and Railings, and
Black Walnut, Ash, Cherry,White wood
die, kept constantly on hand.
Prompt attention given to orders. Works near the
SOUTH
Steamboat Landing, NORWALK.
C. F. TOLLES, , , .
D. R. AUSTIN, R. I. TOLLES, Treasurer.
R. I. TOLLES
MRS. E. D. MURFEV’S
MAGNETIC LINIMENT,
‘ The great Pain Cure of the Age,
For the relief of all Rheumatic and Inflammatory
Disease. Never fails to give Speedy Relief in the most
acute sufferin , by a. few applications. For sale at ,
Manufacturer s Price, by the dozen or gross, by
BROWN dz WILCOX, corner of Marshall and Main
Streets, South Norwalk, Conn. 43
Tiles. 1. RAYMOND,
(SucccSSOr to DAVID II. WEBB,)
DEALER IN
. COAL AND WOOD,
Foot ofWashington St“ SOuth Norwalk
LEIIIGH, LACKAWANA, FRANKLIN. SCRAN-
TON, CUMBERLAND,
And all the best varieties or Red and White Ash. Coal.
HICKORY, OAK, MAPLE, PINE AND CHESTNUT
~ - WOOD.
The subscsiber having disposed of his Coal and
Wood Yard, as above, would cheerfully commend his
successor as a young man Of integrity and business
talent, and bespeak for him the continued patronage
of the pilblic. DAVID B. WEBB.
JUST THE THING!
A. LUKACH’S
Wine, Liquor (it Segar Store,
\VATER STREET, NORWALK, CONN.
Sample Room, ftlft New York well supplied with
Choice WINES LIQUORS and Premiu
BEER. Motto, "Quick SHICS and Small Krystyna
G0
-_LL kinds of Fruits,‘i"orel I
Dried and in Cans, at g l and Doingiflllgigrscfn
LL kinds of FEED and GRAIN. of the very best
quality, by the load or less, at
. G. 0. KEELER a BRO.
to unstuliis"'r8._§5u’f.{f{e}- e c
ent Leather Boots of the lates‘tnstyl‘elst and Pat
' CHEAP.
- ovated, has gas fixtures, water in kitchen,‘ good well,
_ Real Estate Agency, over F. B. Purdy’s Drug Store
.NOBWALK, CONNECTICUT, TUESDAY, MAY'18,1869. "
. REAL ESTATE.
O RENT.—-Apartmcnw, three rooms, or more
if deg-led, to let-tot?l small meuy.mél?gil‘yC?lta 3301
Gazette ce or on e premises co
and Water sire’eis. 1m MRS. A. BROWN.
Building Lots
OR SALE.—Severalvery desirable Buildin
F situated on Plymouth Avenue. Ennqnlllrefil
lots
. To Rent.
HE rooms in Lockwood’s Building, Intel occu-
‘ S i sSociet . Enquireo
plea by the M "-g ANbREw SELLECK,
or F. ST. JOHN LOCKWOOD.
Offices to Let.
W0 fine offices to let in Gazette Buildin from
i omnow occu iedb esteru
A ril 1st. A so,i'o If. BU IYL OCK.
Union elegraph 00. Apply to_ I.
' o RENT.—A New Brick House, (the 11 per one
of the block) op High Stirlecéti coats ills tIgloo
. ion venimlne a e y.
it?” 1’95““ g noinitidoo.
To Let.
OMS on Main Street. Apply at the
SIX €351)? BO ' '_ ‘ GAZETTE OFFICE.
For Sale, '
HOUSE containing six rooms, situated Down
Town on Benedict’s farm. §p%uia%cif])ING'
A House to Rent.
EASANTLYJocated on the Newtown Turnpike,
L within a few minutes walk and in si ht of the'
churches; with p Garxden ling Orchaédlflti‘txaaceggahgng;
diate ossess on g ven. or par c .. ‘
ill: subsgi‘iber. 18 ALLEN DE 1‘1 S.
x
3t'18
NT.—The subscriber havin removed his
oOIli‘g to his residence. offers his ormer rooms,
in Hubbeli’s Building, corner Mum and Wall Streets,
. i' 'mmediutel .
F0 ”I“. ”mm“ 3 “3." 1JAMES E.yBARBOUR-
$7,500.
‘FOR SALE.
DELIGHTFUL RESIDENCE DOWN TOWN— .
10 minutes walk from de ct. Basement two
rame House. ’Very
furnace amt range.
A
Storyand Attic, French roof,
Conveniently arranged with water,
One-half or more of the purchase money can remain
. F0 further articulate ap lyto
iiiiihe place r p FRANK Ii. smrn.
To Rent.
GOOD STORE. Also Houses and Rooms to suit
'Familes of any size both in and out of town.
NASH & IVES, No. 4 Water Street. .
For Sale.
f 1115 HOUSE AND LOT now occupied by William
I.‘ Youle. It contains five rooms and has an out-
h &c. ' lot 70x80 feet. Also one lot 65x90 feet,
11338513.: 701i80. Enquire of JOSEPH SHEPHERD
Norwalk, Feb. 15, 1860. 'ftf
Very Desirable Place
1N WILTON
For Sale. F m
IIE ell-known Residence and Fruit arm 0 e
T sub‘svcrlber, situated in Wilton, near the Norwalk
lint? is offered for sale.
17
TO BEN T, LEASE OR FOR SALE.
THE residence of MARIA GRUMAN, on
PROSPECT HILL, ,
with Furniture or witliont. Good Burn, Garden
F ' & Possession given immediately. Enquire
Olga“, c. 14 C J. GRUMAN.
16tf
HENRY C. HANDLE.
For Sale or to Let.
HE place On West Avenue now owned and occu-
T pied by JOHN SEYMOUR is offered forshle, or
vAifd‘ 1st. Also, for sale, two Houses
le so called. A l to .
' ulile’RY SEYMOUR.
Executor’s Sale,
Wit
0 CLOSE AN ESTATE. The Country Seat and
T Farm of 40 acres (heretofore known as the Hull
Farm), 3.; of Smile south of the village of New 0a-
naan, Conn., corner of New Canaan and Darien road.
Forinformation address JOHN, R. MUMFORD. No.
126 East 27th Street, or 12 Barclay Street, OLIVER
R. MUMFORD, Soutbport, Conn. Exccutors, or ap Iy
to 5t'21 - WM. RANDEL sniTE,Esq., Norwa k.
, Notice to Rent Psiye‘rs.
RE you paying $75 or 9100 a year Rent 7 if so call -
A. on the subscribers and '
Secure a. Home,
for what you are now paving for rent, by buying a
BUILDING LOT
£30me feet, at 850; or b blhying a few acres at a small
rice, situated at She . er ville. 1}; miles from the
Bridge on the line of t e Derby Railroad. and Within
a short distance of the contemplated depot. We can
furnish you with a
. HOUSE AND LOT FOR $250
to $1,000, by payin down only a small sum yearly.
From 100 to 500 Bu ding Sites on be had at terms to
suit nrchasers, by addressing or applyiug to J. AU-
GUS US PARTRICK, at Shepherdvdic, or JULIUS
PARTRICK, at the Spring Saloon, Main Street, or
JOSEPH TAMMANY,at Crofut do Knapp’s Hat Shop-z
South N orwalk.
FOR SALE.
HE residence of the subscriber on West avenue;
house has recently been altered and entirely ren-
to rent from
near Granite
cistern in Barn, choice fruit, grapes, the.
First Class Lots at LOW Prices.
One lot cor. West Ave. and Elm St., radish, £3,500.
Two lots on Elm Street, 00 x 180, each 81,200
Terms easy inquire of C. T. WEEKS. ’ftf
HOMES FOR THE MILLION!
One Hundred Building Lots.
HE SUBSCRIBER has for sale One Hundred Build-
T ing Lots within eight minutes walk of South
Norwalk depot, at LOCKWOODVILLE. Parties
wishing to purchase may have a lot with a house built
thereon by paying a small amount in cash. balance on
mortga e, or may purchase a lot Without any imprOve-
ment, for a small percentage of the purchase money
in cash,balancc on‘mortgarre. Price of Lpts from One
Hundred to Three Hundre?! Dollars. I Will be pleased
to show the lots to any person wishing to purchase.
WILLIAM '1‘. CRAW,
-' '35
Norwalk, Aug. 24th, 1868.
_. . , FOR SALE.
‘A VERY valuable place, situated in the most cen-
tral part. or the Town of Norwalk, about two
minutes walk from the Horse Railway Depot. The
house is large and commodions. The dplace comprises
about two acres ofland, and is nbun antly provided
with trees, shrubbery and out-buildings. This place is
suitable for any gentleman. For ful articulars en-
quire of ‘ JAMES MI CHELL, '
Real Estate Agent, Union Market, Norwalk, Conn.
- . NASH & IVES,
Real Estate Agents,
No. 4 WATER STREET.
PROPERTY bought, sold, exchanged or let, on rea-
sonable terms. We have a good variety of desira-
ble Houses and Farms in and out of town for sale on
accommodating terms.
Wit. R. NASH. NATHAN ~Ivss.
J. FERRIS,
Real Estate Agent.
5 ESTATES FOR SALE in Norwalk and vi-
cinity, from 1-4 to 200 Acres, with buildings
thereon, rice from 845010 $100,000. Also, TO LET,
fumishe and unfurnished houses.
Address J. FERRIS,
at F. B. Purdy’s Drug Store, Ely’s Block So. Norwalk.
Notice for surveying to be left at the Gazette'Ofiice_
NOTICE l
The subscriber having taken out a License for the
-. Sale, Renting and Exchanging
01“
Real TEState,
Would call the attention of the public to the fact that
lie is now ready to transact business ofthat nature in
It] its branches, and will assure prompt attention to
all who may favor him with a call. His resources of
gaining information relative to said business are un-
surpassed. IIc has now for disposal
FARMS, RESIDENCES,&c.
Situated in Norsvulk. ~
And all the adjoining country. Places for sale varying
from 35,00010 $25,000.
For Summer, furnished or unfurnished '
FOR SALE ‘OR TO RENT. .
with land in quantity to suit Purchaser or Lessee also
a number of I ‘
Fine Farms- '
Apply to
JAMES MITCHELL
Al lorders left at the UNION MARKET, Mitchell’s
' 4t'18
FOR SALE—Ten acres of land within one mile
11
of the village: also a new House near Main St.
. Enquire of o. o. KEELER.
For Sale-
DWELLING HOUSE and Lot at South Norwalk.
1“ ‘ly situated; house about two cars old;
contains about nine rooms. Price 84,000. nquire of
W. 'I‘. CRAW, Real Estate Agent.
South Norwalk, May 10, 1809. ' . 3t‘10
For Sale or to Rent.
'1‘ WINNIPAUK. A pleasant retired COUNTRY
HOME, suitable for two families. A good Barn
and Garden. with the best of Grass and Pasture land;
a- great abundance of Apples, with a never falliufi
strea of water running t ough the place. A sma
dwell ng house on the premises could be controlled.
For a person who would like a little Farming and
Poultry raising, this is an opportunity rarely met
.
with. . Terms satisfacto . App] to
2tf19 WILLIlAyM B. SVlyAN, Main street.
For Sale. -
TEN 0R TWELVE
Building 1.61:5,
On the Silver Mine road opposite Shautyvillc.
Enquire of WILLIAM H. WEBB. -
. Norwalk, May 11, 1669. m9
To Rent.
A Lar c,.new barn within a quarter of a mile of-
the ridge, will be rented to a good tenant if ap-
plied for soon. Enquire at the Gazette Oflice.
To Rent. ,
THE buildin ,on Union Street, adjoining Solomon
& Co.’s at Shop, South Norwalk, suitable for
manufacturing purposes is offered tO' rent for a term
of years. Possession given immediate] . _..
. BUR KNAPP.
FOR SALE.
A SMALL HOUSE, with 3 X or 10% acres of land,
about one mile from South Norwalk. Also,
three New Houses and Lots, cheap—about the same
distance from South Norwalk. A lthe above on very
easy terms. Also, a large House to rent near Ke ser‘s
Island; Inquire at the South Norwalk Real state
Agency of Purdy's Drug Store. W. T. CRAW,
tfl’l . ‘ Real Estate Agent.
NEW BUILDING LOTS.
' OME or the most desirable Lots in town have just
been put in the market. Are in the best locality.
near Main Street, and will be sold on reasonable
' terms. Forparticnla'rs,en uire of JOHN JARVIS,
or NASH 85 IVES, No. 4,
liter Street, Norwalk,
Conn. tfld
For Sale.
N reasonable terms an Elegant Residence, situated
on East‘Avenu’e, known as the Disbrow Place,
containing about one acre of ground fronting on East
Avenue, and runnin back to Norwaik Harbor. It has
a small House in l. clear; it lsaplace suitable for
any entleman wishinir to live in the country; it has
a sp endid view of the harbor. Place contains abun-
dance of. Fruit of all descrl tions, Shade Trees in
abundance, and (good water. or particulars enquire
of JAMES MIT HELL, Real Estate Broker, Union
Market. Norwalk, or MINOT C.-KELLOGG, 27 Piilrgr
Row, N. Y.
Residences for Sale.
HE HOMESTEAD recently occupied by DAVID
SWORDS, deceased consisting of about one and
one-half acre of land with Dwelling House, and oth-
er buildings beautifully situated. Also, two or three
other places, very desirable and suitable for genteel
residences. Enquire at the South Norwalk Real Es-
tate Agency, over the Drug Store of F. B. Purdy. -
' W. ’l‘. CRAW, Real Estate Agent.
Norwalk, Feb. 8, 1869 - lltf
VALUABLE FARM FOR SALE
IN WILTON,'CONN.,
Known as the BELDEN FARM.
ITUATED one-half mile from the Railroad Depot
containing about 150 acres of land under good
S
cultivation, with Dwelling House, out-buildings, etc,
is Oilbrcd for sale.
Also, the Stock and Farming Utensils,
Apply to JAMES MITCHELL,
Real Estate Agent, Union Market, Norwalk.
' Office to. Let.
N ound floor 14x1 in new building. Apply to
0 gist: ' ' 8’ _E. P. WEED.-
“BUILDING LOTS.”
THE undersigned offer for Sale some of the most
desirable building sites in the village, lying along
the slope northwest of Union Park, convenient to the
village and easy of access, having an extensive view
of the village and harbor, prices low and terms easy.
Apply to - A. H. BYINGTON,
S. E. OLMSTEAD,
E. K. LOCKWOOD.
Norwalk. Sept. 21, 1868.
Very. Valuable Property For Sale
' - AT FORT POINT.
AT the terminus of the New Bridge. from South
Norwalk, consisting of about 12 Building Lots,
25xl26. with roadway on all sides, unequalled for bus-
iness purposes. No part of this property has been in
the market of late years, although repeatedly urged
to sell and now onl a small portion is offered. A -
ply to” 48, JAMES litI’i‘oIlELL.p
NE‘V LAGER BIER SALOON.
HE undersi ned respectfully notifies his friends
d and the pn lie generally that he has Opened to—
ny a
Wine and Lager Bier Saloon,
opposite the Horse Railroad Depot.
. COLD MEALS AT ALL HOURS.
Please give him‘lcall. GEORGE SCHAUB.
NEW DRUG STORE.
THE undersigned would respectfully announce to
the citizens in this vicinity, that they have just
titted up a _New Drug Store,
CORNER OF WASHINGTON AND DEPOT STS.,
where will be found .
P U R E I) R U G S ,
CHOICE WINEs-mi’d-qumoms,
FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES, .
~ ‘VFANUY AND TOILET ARTICLES,
PA TENT MEDICINES, (fie.
m‘ Physicians Prescriptions carefully compounded
day and night. Can be found nights, in samebnildlng,
entrance on Washiu on St. . .
1y49 PECK &. _ ETTS, South Norwalk, Conn.
BOO-rs s. SHOES.
THE subscribers would respectfully call the atten-
tion of the public to their
NEW STOCK OF GOODS,
consisting of a general assortment of
0001s, Slices,6aitcrs,
I &c., both for Gentlemen and Ladies' wear, which will
be sold very low for Cash, at the old stand. -
ELY’S BLOCK
SOUTH NORWALH, CONN.
All kinds of Gent. and Ladies’Boots, Shoes, &c.,
made to order. in the most workmanlike manucr, and
at fair prices
‘ HORSE-CARS RUN RIGHT BY THE DOOR-
BROWN 8; STEVENS.
Hill“ 3. BROWN. HARVEY STWENS.
Fruit Trees: Fruit Trees!
- AT {run ~ .
NEW CANAAN NURSERY.
The subscribers take pleasure in announcing to the
public that their stock of
Fruit lit Ornamental Trees,Vines, duo.
is unusually large and of unsurpassed excellence. We
feel confident in saying that we believe that our stock
of APPLE TREES particularly, to be the Largest and
Best in this Country. We are also positive that we
can furnish Trees in better quality, better order, and
for less money than they can be obtained from distant
Nurseries. ' .
Those wishinrr to purchase Trees and .Vines will do
well to send the, r orders early—or still better,vlslt our
' and make their own selections.
Misery . STEPHEN nor-r a SONS.
- P. S.—-We take pleasure in showing perilouflhrough
our Nurseries, whether. desirous of pnrcha g trees
or not; and would cordially invite ail’interested to
New amlRARIl PLANTS.
.Riies, Geranium, thbellal, '
AND
Bedding Out Plants. Shrubs,
Fruit Trees of all kinds,
Raspberry, Blackberry (it Strawberry
Plants, kc. - -
EARLY ROSE POTATOES. TOMATOE,
EGG, PEPPER 85 CELERY PLANTS, doc.
Also FLOWER AND VEGETABLE SEEDS. BO-
‘QUETS, WREATHS, BASKETS, CROSSES, and oth
er Floral Decorations arranood in the best style of art
to order. Send for descriptIve catalogue.
MALLORY a: DO‘VNS,
South Norwalk, Ct.
NORWALK GRIST MILL. ,
THE subscriber having purchased the Norwalk
Grist Mill, is prepared to rind ever kind of
rain for customers and fumis , pure. n I kinds Of
NEED. FLOUR, &e., at the LOWEST MARKET
RATES. The public are invited to give him a trial.
TOP BUGGY Minor 85 Stevens’ make, partly worn
1RD GES for sale by
B CA . E. K. LOCKWOOD.
will be sold at a bar sin if on lied roi- s 1 -
qua-e at the GAZETTE grilles. p ”9‘ his
310019 N0rwalk.Wmn., will receive prompt attention.
January 11, 1869. its WIIJIAM ll. DAVIS.
PRUDENCE’.
BY LUCY LARODM.
What is this round world to Prudence,
With her round, black. restless eyes,
But a world for knitting stockings,
Sweeping floors, and baking pics 1
’Tis a world that women work in,
Sewing long, seams, stitch by stitch ;
Barns for hay, and chests for linen ;
’Tis a world where men grow rich.
Ten years old is little Prudence ;
Ten years older still she seems,
With her busy eyes and fingers,
With her grown-up thoughts and schemes.
Sunset is the time for candles ;
Cows are milked at full of dew ;
Beans will grow. and melons ripen,
When the summer skies are blue.
Is there more than work in living 7
Yes : a child must go to school,
And to meeting every Sunday ;
Not a heathen be, or fool.
Something more has haunted Prudence
In the song of bird and bee,
In the low mind’s dreamy whisper
Through the light-leaved poplar-tree.
Something lingers, bends above her,
Leaning at the mossy well ;
Some sweet murmur from the meadows ;
On the air some gentle spell.
But she will not stop to listen ; "‘
Maybe there are witches yet ;
So she runs away from beauty ;
Tries its presence to forget. .
’Tis the way her mother taught her ;
Prudence is not muchto blame.
Work is good for child or woman ;
Childhood’s jailer—ills a shame i
Gravely at the romping children
Their gray heads the gossips shake ;
Saying, with a smile for Prudence, .
‘- What a good wife she'will make 1"
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' HOMES 'IN THE COUNTRY.
Under the above cuption the New York
Tribune of Friday, May 7, has the following
article :
. NOBWALK, CONN.
A ride of an hour and three-quarters over
the New Haven Railroad brings one to the
beautiful town of N orwalk;siluated on Long
. Island Sound. When the railroad was built,
several years ago, the inhabitants .were so
their depot about a m' belowjhfe Sewn,» in
what was then known 9 the village Of“0id
Well. North and South Norwalk arereally
one ‘place at the ‘present time. Their-st .
purchase of land was made in 1640, .and
settlements were fairly established about ten
years afterward. The name Norwalk is de-
rived from the one day's “ North walk” that
limited the northern extent of the purchase
y much opposed toil; thaghe Companygerccted
from the Indians. It was agreed “ that the
Indians of Norwalk, for and in the consider-
ation of eight fathoms’ of ‘ wampum, six‘e
coates, tenn hatches, tenn hoes, tenu knifes,
tenn sissors, tenn jewse-harpcs, tenn fathom
tobackoe, three kettles of sixe hands about,
teun looking glasses, have granted all the
lands, meadows, pasturiage, trees, whatso-
ever their is, and grounds, betweenthe twoe
Rivers—Norwalk and Soakatuck—to the
middle of sayed Rivers, from the seas. day's
walkc into the country, to Roger Ludlowe
and his heirs and assiguees forever.”
“ The land lying on the western Side of the
Norwalke River, extending as far;- up in the
country as an Indian can goo in a dayfl'om
sun risinge to sun settings, and twoe islands
neere by, were purchased for wampnm tenn
fathom, hatchetts three, howes three, when
shipps come; sixe glasses, twelve tobacckoe
pipes, three knifes, telin‘ drills, and tenn-
needles.”
On the 7th - lily, 1779, the village was
burned by tfih and Tories under Gov.
Tryon. In ‘ ays it was customary for
the inhabitants to take their rifles to meeting
or wherever they went. After many hard-
ships and long years of waiting, the settlers
established schools and churches which, in
time, brought forth fruit abundantly. In
looking over the old town records, one may
find many paragraphs like the followinv :'
“December 2, 1724. The towne, by major
vote, desires Ensignc Thomas Bennedick,
jr., to sett ye tune to ye Psalme, at such times
as that part of service is to be performed in
ye publik worship of God; and to read ye
salms needed. Ye town also seats ye said
Bennedick‘ in. yo 3d long seat at ye end of ye
middle alley.” . , '
“ At a. meeting of the inhabitants of Nor-
walk, July 13, ’68, Tho. Lupton was chosen
to look after the youn people in the meeting-
hpusc on the Lord’s ay, and to do his best
indevor to kepe.them fl'om pla ing and un-
-sivile behavor in‘ and. ofpubl' worshi .”
“ Allso voted and agreed to allow ohn
Crampton for the year insueing, for beating
the drum on all publique occasions. and allso
to sweep the meeting house, and to keepe
the house cleane and decent; and the towne
engages to pay unto the sayd Crampton two
pounds ten shillings for his labor; and the
town allow the townsmen to furnish the
,sayd Crampton with see much flax as may
make necessary cords for the towne’s drum,
to procure the flhx where they can, and the
towne to pay the cost of the flux."
“ Thos. Barnum was chosen anda pointed,-
for to oversee and keepe good Decor-um
Amongst the youth in times of exercise on
the Sabbath and other Publiqne meetings;
and the towne doe impower him if he see
any disorderly, for to keep a small stick to
correct such with; onely he is Desired to
doe it with clemency.”
The town of Norwalk is beautifully sit-
uated in a valley on both sides of the Nor-
walk River, occupying a territory about two
miles in length. Westward there is a com-
manding eminence called Flax Hill. Here,
standing amid a profusion of trees, are the
most charli'iing villas surrounded by gravel
walks and closely-shaven lawns. To the
north there is another elevation much higher
than the one last mentioned. The land for
several miles back is just rolling enough to
give a pleasing variety to the landscape.
Looking southWard the view is one worth
going miles to See. A sparkling river runs
through the center of the town, while on
either side are dwellings, churches,.and
'manufactories. The blue twaters. of the
south, resembling a distant view of Lake
Elie. 'Oiitside of the harbor there are sev-
eral small islands covered with cottages and
trees, and so delieate is the picture, one
might almost fancy that'those fabled stories
Of floating isles were true after all. Twenty
miles away are the wooded shores of 'Long
Island, separating the horizon from the sea.
A stranger breathing the pure air may easily
account fer the healthfuiness of this delight-
ful region. Innumerable springs burst out
from among the rocks, affording an unfail‘
ing supply of good water. That portion of
the town lying cast of the river is rapidly
building up, for-land is cheap,’ and the loca-
tions are desirable. It is said that . the first
settlements were made here, but, owing to
the close proximity of the British the in-
habitants deemed it prudent to remove their
families further up the river. Many of the
oldwells which were dug by the forefathers
are still in existence.
An elevation called Grummond’s Hill,
situated a short distance above the head of
the harbor, is celebrated as being the head-
quarters of Gov. Tyron, who, seated in a’—
chair on its summit, with Nero-like satisfac-
tioibeheld the conflagration‘ of this place
in 1779'. The vicinity is now Occupied by
residences and well-kept grounds. During
_ the past few years numerous improvements
have been made. and there is every prospect
of Norwalk becoming a large city. The
Cemetery is commodious and tastefully laid
out, and those who wish a quiet resting
place will do well to die in this vicinity. A
small lake, formed by a tide-water creek
which has been locked in, adds not a little
to the picturesque scenery' of the custom
side of the liver. The streets are densly
shaded by clms, which were planted many
' this continent where more genuine hospital:
' .who iniagine that human nature has changed
‘ J. Hanlmersley, E. A. »Woodward, Senator.
iyiews of Long Island and the Sound may be
Sound stretch far away tothe nOrth and'
years ago. Norwalk'is by no means a dull
town, but'there lingers a quiet air about it
which lend an additional charm to the pleas-
antassociations which are connected with the
place. Most of the dwellings are built back
from the streets, and there is scarcely a yard,
however humble it may appear, which has
not some sweet-scented flower growing with-
in its borders. ‘
It has been the custom of many persons
to ridicule all that pertains‘to New England.
One thing is certain, there are few places on
ity and less narrow-mindness is shown than
among the green hills Of Connecticut. In
most‘places, the usual way of treating a per-
son who wishes to buy a home is ‘to show
him only the property one has to sell, and
land it to the skies, or denounce all other
localities .with a Christian politeness that
would astouish a member of the New York
Common Council. .There are many places
around New York where. onc’ma'y spend
hoursvaiuly seeking for a man who Will de- '
vote five minutes to the interests of his vil-‘
‘lagc, without telling a dozen lies. Those
since the days of Sodom and Gomorrah,
should not fail to visit some of our “ Homes
in the Country.”_ It ’cannot be denied but
that peOple are about alike the world over;
still experience shOws that there are many
- disinterested persons in the Wooden Nutmeg
State who will spend hours elsewhere than
on their o'wn land in “ showing up the
place,” without hinting that a recompense
would be acceptable. Of course this is not
confined exclusively to Connecticut.
Among those who own fine places in
North and South Norwalk may be men-
tioned Henry I. Hoyt, Mrs. Woodbury, Mrs.
Stevens, 0. J. Gruman, Geo. A. St. John, A.
0. S. Ferry, Chas. M. Selleck, Messrs. Betta,
Belden,Moody Hoyt, Fred. St. Jolm Lock-
wood, Chas. 'Hoyt, Chas. Sherry, Geo. R.
Cholwell, s. R Cholwell, S. R. P. Cfmp,
Samuel Lynes, T. H. Morrison, Geo. Bishop;
also the Misses Belden, the Beatty Brothers,
and Dr. Lynes: The residences situated on'
the Sound must not be forgotten. 'A short
ride from the depot brings one to a strip of
land, jutting into themes, called Wilson’s,
Point. The grounds are finely laid out and
shaded with trees of various kinds. ' Good
Obtained from this point. There are sub-
,‘Stpntial buildings, and about 300~ acres of
land. In a north-easterly direction is Key-
ser’s Island, separated fiomthe main land
by a narrow body of water, which has been
bridged over by the proprietor. The island
is nearly level, but most beautifully situated
for a Summer residence. Here is the home
as he is eccentric, and his kindness is spoken
of for miles around. One of the finest drives
in the country‘ ha's been constructed by him,
leading from the mainland to his house,
across the salt marshes, and around the
grounds. A more delightful spot is seldom
seen anywhere. The public are cordially
invited to visit the Island whenever they
may desire. The only prohibitory notice to
be found about the place is a small sign-
board forbidding driving, fishing, or gun-
ning during the Sabbath. ”Beautiful Summer
houses have been erected near the water for
the accommodationof those who visit .this
charming retreat. ’. 5At the Beach there are
davits for drawing up 'Or launching small
boats, and also a "cozey little oyster and fish-
ing house, where those fond of “ sport”may
amuse themselves by casting their lines
through the floor into the water below. The
house and out-buildings are' among the most
tastefully painted structures in the“ country.
Flowers, rare shrubbery, and fruit trees have
been profusely planted, and their remarkable
thrifiiness shows that the soil is highly cul-
tivated and well adapted for gardening pur-
poses. Mr. Kcyser is a very benevolent old
gentleman, and there are not a few persons
whom he has befriended. He orders , his
freight shipped by rail, for he says he will
not patronize a steamboat company that
allows its boats to go on Sunday excursions.
The interior of his dwelling is furnished
with all that one can desire, and every per-
son who has partakerrof the hospitalities of
the place goes away hoping that the time
may come when there shall be another cot-
tage built beside the sea.
A short distance beyond this is Smith’s
Island, belonging to Capt. Smith of the
United States Navy. Of course the grounds
are beautifully laid out, and of course the
owner thinks there is no place like a home
on the ocean wave. Tavern Island is near
by. Here is the Police Headquarters of all
the oystermen in the vicinity. They have
watchmen stationed on the islandio keep a.
sharp lookout, night and day, that their in-
terests may not be trampled on by the oys-
ter pirates who infest the vicinity There
are many fine, sandy beaches in this lobaiity’
though, for the most part, the coast is rocky,
and dangerous for sea bathing.
An island situated some distance from tlfi
mouth of the harbor was recently sold for'
the small sum of $500. The following inci-
dent is connected with the sale of the prop-
erty: An Old Dutchman living in New
York, after pulling a great many wires to
obtain possession of the island, at last got a.
gentleman to' purchase it for him, who was
a friend of the owner. The Dutchman had
special reasons for wanting it, which he kept
secret. One thing was certain: he must
have the island without delav. Finally, af-
ter much questioning, he said his' wife was
more than he could manage; she was in the
habit of spending a great deal of money,
and of going away from home without leave.
He ebuld stand it no longer. She was
terribly afraid of the water, and said he "I
gits mine vife on so island, and she no more
go ofi‘. Her fraid of ze water as do debbii, and
she no more buy dry goods mit mine monish.
He, he, he—a good shoke on mine lcetle
frau.” So the purchase was made, and to
this hour the old woman has never once left
her Beautiful Isle, and this Teutonic Quilp
rejoices that he no longer lives in the pre-
cincts Of the Bewery. . .
Improvements are being rapidly made in
Norwalk, and vicinity, and it is expected
that more buildings will be put up during
the next twelve months than there has been
for the past three years. A horse-railroad
Connecting North and South Norwalk on the
west side of the river is about being. built.
Mr. Le Grilnd Lockwood is finishing one of
the finest residences in the United States.
Work was begun on it about two years ago,
and it is cStimated thatupward of $2,000,000
have already been expended, still the build-
ing is not completed. It is supposed that
the interior will be fitted up in a. style only
surpassed by a French palace. Had it been
possible to obtain an entrance, a filller de-
scription might be given. The place is sit-
uated on the banks of the river, and the
grounds are laid out on a grand scale. The
gentleman in charge of them and the mag-
nificent green-houses, Mr'. James McMam-
mon, deserves credit for the success be has
shown in} managing such an extensive es-
tablishment. Mr.‘ F. Smith has just com-
pleted a fine residence on the opposite side
of the river. It is small, but the situation
commands a lovely slew of the Sound and
the adjoining country. Below, on the east
shore of the river, is Gregory’s Point, ex-
tending into the Sound. It has a ship-yard,
a few dwellings, and ahotel. There are
many other places worthy of note, did space
permit. Much complaint is made because
Bonator Ferris(?) has taken no steps toward
aséisting the town in improving the harbor,
which greatly needs dredging and “locking
\
of Mr. Keyser, a gentleman who is as good 2
in,” so that a sufficient depth Of water may
be obtained to admit large-sized veésels.
There are nine churches , Two Episcopal,
two Congregational, two Methodist, two
Baptist, ahd one Catholic, one newspaper
and printing office, two telegraph oflices,
several schools," five carriage-shops, four
wood and coal yards, three dentists, only one
distillery, one dye-house, nine hat factories.
five' hotels, two nurseries, four. banks, three
cieties of various kinds in the-town; also
several’ establiéhments for manufacturing
locks, door-knobs,'iron, &c. The principal
streets are paved, and lighted with gas.
Lots, 50x100 and 200 feet, situated within
a mile of the depot, are worth from $300 to
$1,000 each. Land is held at‘from $150 to
$600 per acre. Commanding sites upon the
hills are sold them $1,000 to $2,500 per acre.
Distance from New York, forty-two and a
half miles. Twelve daily trains run each
way. All trains stop; Yearly rates of com-
mutation, $120.] °
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CORRESPONDENCE.
. DEAR" Mann-Perhaps a few items
respecting Birmingham Will interest your
readers: Near Bridgeport,-tlle Housatonic
River empties into Long Island Sound.
Along its bank, for a distance of ten miles,
runs the Naugatuck Rail Road, reaching
Derby. Here. the. Naugatuek river- loses'
itself and name in' the Housatonic. Oppo..
site Derby, and about one minute’s walk
from it, lies Birmingham. It is situated be-
tween the two rivers, one farming its south-
ern, and the other its ,eastem boundary. All
the important streets run parallel with these
streams. For instance, Main street is on a
line with, and skirtsthe bankof the Hollis.-
tonic. This is the'street we take on leaving
the Derby Depot, and it brings us immedi-
ately into the heart of the village. The first
object which attracts special attention is a
vast steel-and ir'on factory, that sends forth
voluminous smoke and a deafening din.
Through some parts of the machinery red-
hot iron is leaping, first in bars as thick as a
man’s body, and, after a. time, in beautiful
rods as slender its a lady’s little finger, and
during the entire process springing about
among the employees, and writhing upon
the stone flooi‘ like serpents bustling with
madness. A short time since, one of these
irOn snakes, flashed through a workman’s
leg, and the stroke was as fatal as the bite of
a Cobra-de-capello. In other parts of the
establishment huge shears, and ponderous
trip hammers are in action, Passing on, we
traverse the business ‘part of the place.
Here are stores of all kinds, and shops, and
offices, and. markets, and everything that
pertains to a wide-awake Yankee village.
As Main street borders the Housatonic, all
egress il'Ol'n it is to the north; and the first
street leads up a bill so steep 'that only
butchers and milkmen attempt to climb it
on wheels, yet at the top is beheld one of the
finest views we ever saw, and here stands
the residence of Mr. Sanford, our present
minister to Belgium. He has a fine house
overlooking the Naugatuck and Housatouic'
valleys for miles. The next two streets lead
up past the'public green, which compares
- favorably with your Union Park, having this
superiority however; that has a fence on but
one side while this is enclosed on four. Here}
stands a triangle of churches, the Congrega-
tional,~Episcopa1 and Methodist. By their
sides.. are three handsome parsonages, and
from the upper windows of one, can be
caught glimpses of two rivers'just above
their confluence, and of both united as they
wind grandly down the valley beyond. It
is very quiet up here on the hill. NO horse
cars go rumbling past, no continuous stream
of vehicles rattles by, morning and night are
not made vocal by the steady tread of work-
people. All is still, except when the band
discourse sweet music on the green, or the
Episcopal bells chime Old Hundred, or
the Sabbath covers streets and Park with
church-goers. Yet a minute’s walk brings
Main street where chronic commotion exists.
This is after all a busy town. In 1840 it
contained scarcely one hundred people. but
now there are thousands, and the place is
rupidly growing. Manufacturing is the prin-
cipal business. There are foundries and
machine shops, tack and pin factories, axle,
wire, and cabinet organ establishments, 3
dozen or more hoop-skirt factories, an exten-
sive yarn 'mill, where countless stockings
and under-garments are knit by machinery,
&c., &c. The-Naugatuck river is the pro-
pelling force in most of these shops. Thea
Honsatonic, which rises in Massachusettb,
and is nearly one hlmdred and fifty miles
long, has recently attracted the attention of
capitalists, and there is now being thrown
across it a stone dam, which, 'when done,
will constitute one of the finest pieces of
masonry in New England. It is tobe Six
hundred and twenty-five feet long, twenty-
two feet high, and will produce a sheet of
water five and a half miles in length. This
it. is supposed, will fnmish power sufficient
to drive the almost numberless manufacto-.
ries which. are to stretch down along both
banks of the river for a mile 103' more.
Birmingham has plenty of water, not only
around it, but in it A rsservoir on a distant
eminence sends this all important element
to the very garrets of our houses, even here
on the hill.» ’
Gas has not yet been introduced. Birm-
ingham seems destined to become an im-
portant Rail Road centre. Cars will soon
be musing direct tO' New Haven. A road,
to compete with the New York and New
Haven, will probably be built soon between
Derby and New York. The Pro’videnCe
Fishkill and Eric Railroad, passes through
Waterbury, only twelve miles distant, and
when completed will draw an immense pat-
ronage through Derby from the East, and
send a vast procession of people and goods
from 'the West, through Derby into New
England. ‘ '
May all anticipated prosperity crown .the
future of this thriving-town. '
. [For the Gazette] ,
North West Missouri; or, Facts for the
Intérested.
.ST. Josnrn, May-3d,1869.
The expression, North West Missouri, as
in common parlance here, would tend to
convey the impression of a distinct indivi-
duality as related to the State proper; but
of course this is an erroneous idea, and is
accounted for. by the following circum-
stances: The fivc counties embracing this
corner of the state, and of extended area.
formed originally a portion of the extensive
Platte Reservation, or Indian hunting-
grounds ; and through the exertions of that
most eminent man and Nestor of American
'statosmcn, Thomas Benton, was incorpo-
rated, and brought under the jurisdiction of
the local government ; and here, where to-
day is a populous city and improved farm-
ing districts, roamed the untutored abori-
glue in all the glory of his barbaric freedom,
and this, too, within the'span of tivo cycles
of solar time. As the Indian has ever been
noted for his sagacity and acutencss in the
sclectionof choice reservations, his prefer-
ence in this instance tends in no small de-
gree to lend weight to the assertion, that
not frequently will be seen that diversity of
outline transformed here and there into
broad expanses of rolling prairie,'agaiu aris-
ing into precipitous bluffs, about the bot-
toms ofvyhich wind [tortuous ravines ; these
are the pictures. from Nature’s gallery,
which not, only afford reflection for the
mind, but they rival the eye of the beholder.
The turbid Missouri, in her periodical ac-
quisitions of power, has fogcou'ntless ages
\
base ball clubs, and more than a dozen sO-,
4 is reached within twelve or fifteen inches of
face to the bottom -, it constitutes the most
natural drainage imaginable; and an in—
stance of this peculiarity is the fact. that ice
- oxide of iron.” This receives a recommen-
,the genuine ultimatewealth of the state
0
tuated on either side of her banks, and has
at last succeeded in placing them at a re-*
spectful distance, thus forming thousands Of
acres of what are termed “I bottom lands,”
much of which, on account of organic
changes, is not now subjectto overflows;
the same being, for stock-railing and .dain
purposes, scarcely surpassed. Professor
Swallow, in his geological report of this
section, thus describes the characteristics of
the three varieties of soil abounding in this
locality: 0f the “ bottom lands” spoken of
above, there are two varieties—the first is a'
“ silicious alluvial, intermixed with clay
and humus or vegetable mold,” and [is con-
sidered excellently adapted to the produc-
tion of corn, hemp, tobacco, etc. The Second
variety is what is known here as “ gumbo
land,” and is a tenacious vegetable mold,
which, after being Wet, cracks in drying,
and renders a field lumpy and difficult of
cultivation ; this, however, I understand,.is
easily remedied by oubsoiling, as this var-
iety usually overlies a strata Of sand,.which
the surface. Again, along these bottom
lands are numerous small lakes, around the
margins of which is constantly forming this
“-mariy humus” for the resuscitation of
worn-out ground. Two other advantages
which this sectiOn possesses, the want of
which is often felt ’in prairie countries, is
the abundance of fuel, and the quantity as
well as purity of the water, which gushes in
clear Streams from the bluffs in an inex-
haustible supply. The third mentioned
variety of soil is what is termed the bluff
formation, and said to exist onlyinMis-_
souri and some p6rtionsof Iowa, Nebraska,
and Kansas. This is singular in its charac-
tcristics,_being filled with small perfora-
tious, and is also productive from the sur-
is kept in pits from ten to twenty feet deep
during-the summer season without even a
board liningto the vaults, the drippings,if .
any, being entirely carried away through
these orifices. This also is geologically
specified , as s “ fine pulvcrulent, obsoletely
stratified mass of light grayish bufl', silicious
and slightly intimated marl, its color usually
variegated with deeper brown stains of
dation from Professor Swallow as the -“ best
of all soils,"‘ and affords the, best' properties
attainable for the culture Of fruit ; while for
wheat and other cereals raised in this latii
tude is seldom excelled. The average mean
temperature in this. vicinity ranges in the
neighborhood of 50 dogs, Fall; and being
somewhat below. the fortieth parallel of lati-
tude, and twelve hundred miles inland, the
climate is much more mild than a relative
locality nearer the Atlantic coast.’ Without
indulging'in a dissertation as to the proba-
bilities of the “ coming men drinking wine,”
it is safe to predict that this State will even-
tually be one of the leading grape growing
sections of our Union ; throughout all por-
tions of the state will be seen nearly all. the
varieties native to our country; and from
the last Agricultural Report, I learn from
the committee appointed for that specific
purpose, as' the result of-their investigations,
the fact that the vine “ can be cultivated
with entire success in all parts of the state.”
I-am aware that the broad expanse of ter-
ritory to the west and south of the city of
quiesgo, conveys an impression to the mind”
of :an eastern man of is wild, unbroken sea
of natural vegetation, but nothing can be
more erroneous. True we have here hun-
dreds of acres not underfence; neverthe
less, none that is not owned and held at re-
munerative prices, which vary frbm five
to one hundred dollars per acre, in accord-
ance with their proximity‘toand railroad
facilities; yes, what is here termed “ raw
prairie” has sold within the last month for
one hundred dollars an acre; but again fine
farming lands, within tenor twelve miles
of this railroad. centre, can be purchased at
figures ranging. from ten to twenty dollars
per acre. Such' habitually exaggerated re'
ports having usually been sent east in ref-
erence to the immense yield of crops from
this section, it is not surprising that eastern
farmers place little reliance upon them ;
nevertheless, from careful comparison, and
information Obtained from responsible
sources, I think a low estimate would not
reduce the average yield Of wheat, one year
with another, below thirty to thirty-five
bushels to the acre; while corn will yield in
the neighborhood of fifty ~ bushels to the
acre ; and though last, not leastpis the po-
tato culture, which, with proper cultivation,
will exceed one hundred and fifty bushels,
which, for size and flavor, are unsurpassed.
As an evidence of the profitdblencss and
appreciation of this commodity, I may state
the fact that for the year 1866 this state
and carry conviction widi them. Though
every encouragement is given to the intro--
duetion of manufacturing interests, and an
evident desire made apparent to have them
located in this vicinity, which, by the way, ‘
afl‘ords excellent water advantages—and
notwithstanding that the state is rich in
mineral products—yet it seems evident, and
the conviction naturally gains ground, that
must mainly be dependent Open and rea-
lized from her inexhaustible fields. With
agricultural resources centrally located in
the midst of railroad centres, and a vast
copsuming, yet non-producing and migra-
tory population still further toward the
Western “ El Dora,” which must live and
have sustenance, it is scarcely visionary to‘
foreshadow a glorious future for'the state.
Even now it gives promising indications Of
its importance as a fruit-growing country:
apples, pears, peaChes, etc, grow to a per-
fection unsurpassable, and find ready mar- .
kets at very remnnerative prices, whereas,
previous to the construction of the Union
Pacific Railroad and connecting links, fruit,
for the want of ready markets, was a drug
——peaches, for instance, of the finest quality,
selling at fifty to seventy-five cents a
bushel; Now, howeyer, a new era, as it
were, having dawned upon our country, and
the persistent onward march of progress to
the Pacific-slope, sends cheering indications
to the mind of him that mléd the soil, that
hereafter be may expect due remuneration
and a just appreciation for his toil. As na-
turally should be, aprimary consideration
with the emigrant is the advantages and
school facilities of any particular locality
for the benefit of his children. Be aman
whom he may, unlettered and illiterate, yet
when he sees the intelligence, amounting
almost to precocity, of American youths,
he grasps with avidity at the advantages
afforded by our public school system, and
takes delight in the improvement and in-
tellectual advancement of his progeny. Here
at" last the conviction has become permanent,
that free education to all, and the elevation
of the intellectual standard, is the truest and‘
safest road to a just appreciation of right
and wrong, thus vastly lessening the , proba-
bilities of civil strifcs and disturbances.
In consequence of this realization, public
schools are springing up in all directions,
many localities already'reaping a merited
some, not having had their attention called
to the subject, that by Act of Congress, ap-
proved July 2d, 1862, ten miliion acres of
public lands were donated to the several
states for the benefit of “ agriculture and
the‘ mechanic arts.’.’ In the apportionment
VOLUME LII-JUMPER '20.
were not too much inc
are brought in,.the-m
.of Sterling.
reward. Possibly it may not be known to -
waged war with the commanding bluffs, si-. quota three hundred and thh-ty thousan d!
acres, and the same areheing disposed of
by commissioners 'ifppbinteil for that pur-
, . 2.5091”! av “6 ~:».:: ~.- ~. .
pose; moreover, 1gird,unfortunate as it Is,
there seems to be. grounds for the belief,
that these matters "anyone: been conducted
solely to the best-interest.“ the public;
. and this muniilcent'glft'by the general gov-
ornment has as ye‘tproven'Of butlittle utihty
and .usefulneSs to the agricultural 'ihtérests;
nevertheless, a minimum amountof- good
may be expected from thiuourcc for the
benefit of the‘state‘, and strenuous exertions
will be, put forthto induce’éhc,.10cation of s
college in-this county. Should this effort
besuccessihl, farmm' g districts will become
still more enhanced-in value, as well as
tending to centre,'to a'greater‘extent, immi- _
gration in our midst ; but be this as it will,
the inevitable fcsult is to be progress and
improvement. Yours very truly,
- ' W. H. 0., JR.
“ SCANDAL.” Q
There is not a greater enemy to the peace
of individual.” and society at large than
scandal, although it is much to be regretted
there is no frailty‘jo which people are so
subject. Scandal is'. the offspring of envy
and the weapon of little. minds against the
superior abilities of another. .But, notwith-
standing, scandal afl‘ects more or less every
member of the community; it reigns with
more distinguished powers over some parts
of society than Others; and,.ou inquiry, it
will appear that the female character sus-
tains the most injury from this bane to hu-
man happiness. . Inthe country it is mere
prevalent than in the‘metropolis. The rea-
son is obvious: in the country places the
number of inhabitants is so small that each
is more acquainted with the character this
neighbour than his own; every, action is
examined with the, most critical, iovéniy,
and often the bestof characters losetbe
esteem of their acquaintance fi-Om therma-
liguant aspersion of ignorance and envy. ‘ It
is impossible for a lady to be scen walking
with a gentleman in such a place without
the immediateconelusion being made, “ they
are lovers,”lan'd it isfrcquentlyradded, if _
their acquaintance has lasted any length of -
time, “ Miss Such-acne grows very proud
lately.”
spread, I have seenacompany of. females
After a report of this kind has
thrown into the utmost consternation by
the entrance of a lady whoiwas thennfor-
innate victim of. slander. -How busy was
the quiet whisper on such an occasion._
How it ran with am‘azing rapidity from ear‘
to ear, accompanied by nods and winks,
with a—“ You know who"-“ “SO they say”
—“ It is her,” etc.- Scandal is of a quality
peculiar-l distressing, foregoinst the Open
shafts o violence every one may defend
himself, but from secret calumny the most
deserving must suffer. The only method to
prevent its propagation in society is for
every one to shut his ears against envious
tales, sinceeexperience proves that if people
ined to 'listen when
accounts of the faults nd fillings of others
satisfiictitm which
scandalous tongues now enjoy would no
longer-be found. The mischiefs-thns ac-
cruing to mankipd sreinnum’er'able. How
many _falIIlllES have their peace destroyed
by evil reports. By such means the seeds
ofenmltyare too often sown between the
dearest'connections of life. , -
' It has alreadyme observed that scandal
is the only weapon“ 'of little minds against
superior worth and abilities ; and the truth
of this observation ought to be a. sufficient
preventive, for no person would wish to in-
cur the :appeliation on little ”and envious
mind. Females shouldfln‘partieular, divest
themselves Of this spirit, which produces
so many evils among. the fair sex; for, let
it be remembered anenviOus mind should
never‘inh'abit the
of elegance.
ce‘of beauty or the form
. If there mungsuii remain in the minds of
some this spirgg.and a; deli ht to fabricate
slanderous repo
propensity to listen to whatever comes from
such a. source—let us act with some degree
of impartiality, and before we credit as un-
doubted truth tales injurious to the repute.
if peep e must retain a.
tion of another, examine whatever we have
heard that does not bear the most flagrant
marks of falsehood. By acting in this man-
ner we shall be enabled to discover what is
fiction and what is truth, and we shall fre- »
quently find that the person accused is in-
nocent ; for it is the province of great minds
to vindicate the characters ‘Of the absent,
when unjustly aspcrsed. Yours,etc..
2 . “ PAUL
1’
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Joint Standing Committees.
The Speaker has announced the following
1
joint standing committees for this session on
the part of the House :
J udiciary—Treat of Bridgeport, Johnson
of Hartford, Bronson, of New Haven, Har-
land of Norwich, Bacon of Middletown,
Rockwell of Winchester, and Kingsbury or
Toliand. ' . .
Incorporations—Prstt of Norwich, Smith
of North Branford, Neal of Sonihington,
Bartholomew of Derby, Martin of Chaplin,
.Warren of Watertown All of Middle-
field, Toplifi‘ of Andover’. gur
Education—Bugbee of Killingly, Potter of
Groton, Byin n of-Southington, Clarke of
Middlebury, uckley. of Weston, Priest of
New Hartford, Loper of Chatham, U. W.
raised more potatoes than any other in the ”figggfiffi‘fgfiyfiommed of Sufi‘leld
Unlon. These facts are forcible arguments, Thurston of New London, B nof Orange:
Scoville of Middletown, Bristol] of New
Milford, Budd of Fairfield,Woodbridge Of
Brooklyn, and Anustrong of Mansfield.
Railroads—Washburu of Stafford, Welch
of Norfolk, ' Smith ofNorwalk, Eddy of New
Britain, Holbrook of» S our, Adams of
Colchester, Lord of Old aybrook, and Pike
Banks—Smith of New Canaan, Belden of
Simsbury, Holmes of Waterbury, Lambert
of Westport, N iel ofNew Milford, Bucking-
ham of Saybrook,Fitts of Pomfi'et,and Way
of Hebron.
Finance—Walkley Of Haddam, Bartholo-
mew of Derby, Law of Simsbu , Wood of
Montville, Dean of Woodstock, kwitb of
Litchfield, Skidmore of Newtown, and Paul
of Union. . ‘ ' ' ‘
School Fund—Coles of' Remington, Ben-
haul of Hamden, Avery of North Stoning-
ton, Close of Greenwich, Church of Wood-
stock, Dailey of Plymouth, Seville ofHam-
dem, and Cutler of Somers.
Military Affairs—Porter of Farmington,
Hendrick of ,Brantford, Palmer of Groton,’
St. John of Wilton, Burton of Willin ton,
York of Winchester, Brownell of East ad-
dam, and Hammond of Vernon. -
State Prison—Rockwell of New Britain,
Bartlett of Guilford, Clark of North Stoning-
ton, Kimball of Canterb, Kirkland of
Westbrook, and Pomero :TyTollfind.
Claims—Johnson of artford, Patten of
North Haven,'chitt ofStonington, Judd of
Bethel, Habbett, of Putnam, Roberts of
Woodbury, Comstoek ofEssex and Andrews ‘
of Stafford. '
Roads and Bridges—Strong of Milford,
Arnold of Manchester, Gear of Lebanon,
Judson of Huntin ton, Campbell of Volun-
town, Lucas of' oshen, Jones of Chester,
and Collins of Ellington. '
Sale ofLands—Bronson of NeWHaven,
Sage of Berlin, Avery of Preston, Aiken of
New Fairfield, Cutler _Of..Plainfield, Merrill '
of Darkhamstcd, Kelsey of Killingwortli,
and Eldridge of Willington.
, AgriculturcéSt‘rong of Portland, Wood-
ward of Bethany, Mills of Canton, Allyn of
Salem, Fairchild of Newtown, Hammond of
Hampton, Harrison Of Cornwall, and Kibby
of Somers. . ‘ ' ‘
New Towns; and Probate Districts—Car-
ter-of Saybrook, ‘Lcnvitt of East Windsor,
Dowd of Guildibrd, .Kingsbury. of in,
Hill of Reading, Phillips of Ashford, Wil-
son oi‘ Harwinton and‘Shafl'er of Willington.
JOINT mm,’ 01' comTTEEs.
Constitutional AmendmentrPl-att of N Or- . ,
wich, Brace of West Hartford, Bishop Of
Cheshire, 110 t of Stamford, Church of
Woodstock, oodwin of'Saulsbury, Banks
of Mansfield, and Roberts of Chatham.
Federal Relation—Thurston of New Lon-
don, Taylor, of Glastenbury, Warner of
WOOdbl'idge, Burritt of Straiford, Hotchkiss
of 'l‘orringtOn, Tucker of Durham, Collins
01' Columbia, and Curry of Easlford.
of Wethersfield, Willard of‘ Madison, Wan-
zer of Sherman, Peck of Warren, Davis of
Clinton. White of’Boitonrand' Burlingame
ofWiudhsm. ‘ . " ' ~ :
Canvass of Votes of Judges of Probate and
Justices of the Peace‘;—Scofield of Darien,
Raymond of East Hartford, Plait of Pros-
ead of Sharon, Emmons of East Haddam,
and Mason of Coventry.
of these lands, Missouri received as her
Cities and Boroughs—Bullock 0f Nor:
Fisheries—Harland of Norwich, Francis "
Ifiect, Allen of —, Converse of Thompson, ' '
Norwalk Chronicler