WAL
' GAZETTE.
WHOLE NUMBER 1137.
N ORWALK, CONNECTICUT, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1869.
VOLUME LII.«-NUMBER 42.
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ALEX. S. GIBSON,
Organist of the First Congregational Church.
I-‘ROilI THE CITY OF.NEW YORK,
Teacher of\the -
Piano-Forte, Organ and Musical Com-
sltion.
Box 879 P. 0. Norwaik, Conn.
in New York, care Pelolibet, Pelton & Co., 841
Broadway.
J. BELDBN HURLBUTT,
Attorney and Counsellor at Law,
ROOM No. 4, (Up Stail‘s,) GAZETTE BUILDING-
DR‘. J. G. BARBOUR,
D E N '.l'.' I S '1' ,
NORWALK, CONN. .
Office in Gazette Building, Room No. 6, over J ack-
son Bro’s store.
Nitrous oxide or Laughing Gas, administered when
desired.
PATENT AGENCY.
\‘VILLIAM VINE,
Agent and Solicitor of Patents,
Mechanical Draughtsman and
MODEL MAKER,
Winnipauk, Conn.
J O H N C O T T E R
PATENT AGENT,
ENGINEER. MACHINIST AND MECHANICAL
DRAUGHTSMAN,
Manufacturer of Models for the Patent Olllce, Work-
ing Models, Patterns, and all other light machinery
in general. Over Church’s Mac iue Shop
emit NORWALK, CONN.
G. O. KEELER a; BROTHER,
Wholesale and Retail Dealers in
Groceries, Flour, Feed, &c.,
Nos. 12, 14 and 16 Main Street, Norwalk,Conn.
ELBERT CURTIS,
Merchant Tailor,
Curtis’s Building, Main Street, Nor-walk, Ct.
Gents’ and Youth’s Chm cut. and made to order,
at short notice, of the best materials, in the latest
styles, by experienced workmen. Prices reasonable.
G. & G, M. HOLMES,
DEALER! IN
1)"?
GROCERIES,
FLOUR,
PROVISIONS, ac, ,
Main Street, Norwalk, Ct.
C. .. Loeuwoon,
Fashionable Draper Gt Tailor
AND
Gentlemens Furnishing Emporium,
Main Street, Norwalk, Conn.
AGENT FOR THE
Singer Manufacturing Co’s
First Premium Sewing Machine,
The best Machine for general work.
Etna Insurance Co. (if Hartford,
Incorporated 1819, Charter Perpetual.
Capital and Assets, 5 5,052,8 so 1 9
lusuresI 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.-
NonWALK, CONN.
tonsil Capital,
Pull up Capital, $100,000
Wu. C. Snsrr, President, CEO. R. Coers, Sec’y.
EnnN. HILL, Treasurer.
IL."- 'red. H. Nash,
(Organist St. Paul’s Church.)
TEACHER OF MUSIC IN ALL ITS BRANCHES.
WPlanos tuned at short notice. Orders left with
E. Blackman, C. T. Cornwall, or at the allies ‘of the
Gasetto will meet with attention. Broken Strings
replaced. Special Agent for the sale of Musical In-
t meuts b the following makers viz:
I’irsuno Forte: Melodeon’s e Cab’t Organs
$500,000
Chickerin &: Sons, Mason d5 Hamlin,
llazeiton ros., Carhart lb Needhain,
Hsines Bros. d7 00., Prince & Co.,
Gr‘ovesteln, Horace Waters A“. 00.,
James Vose, New Haven Melodeon Co.,
Horace Waters & 00., Page, Potter a. 00.,
S. G. Gordon.
Will be in Norwalk on Saturdays during the Sum-
mer.
Norwslk, May 18, 1809.
ASSETS OVER $25,000,000.
_____._..__.__—
GEO. R. COWLES,
lb WT at Norwallr, and issues policies for the fol-
leiriu Insurance Companies.
Etna, of Hartford, Assets J an. 1st, ’68, 5,052,880
Home of N Y “ “ “ “ 730 9Sl
Phculx, of 'N "I u u “ “ 1'555’507
am of ' °' " u u “ 1’533’219
Seem ty or}: Y " u u “ 1'417’617
International 'N "Y. “ u “ “ 1’128'012
s ~ln seld r'a'ii ' u u u " 'rs1'0sr
dukfirs s; N Y " u u U “ 734,386
Nona lmeric’an'i's Y. H u u “ 7021102
Penal}: IId ' u u .. u 618 198
Lamar, it. '.', “ “ “ “ 509:963
Commrce, Albany N. Y., “ “ “ 563,873
'Westem Buffalo, N. Y., “ u “ 553,257
merchants Ild., “ .. “ " 418,309
worth America, H’d., “ “ “ “ 401,274
Norwich, “ “ “ “ 416,949
lite le’s, Worcester. “ “ “ “ 400,000
18 -otN Y. . u u “ 279,146
‘omnonw'eslth N. in,“ u u “ 230,000
\. enrolls-tar of New Rochelle N. Y., 200,000
PC. was of Middletown, Conn., 115,000
gnu?” of Cincinnati, 1,000,000
‘ Companies Stock and Mutual lnConnecti-
And $qu... ’sud New York. ’At 'So. Nor-
‘c'u‘t‘k ”pulsation may be made to WM. '1‘. CRAW.
Mill—110nm Ininrannn Agency,
Representing over $25,000,000.
Hartford FIN Ins, (30., Albetl 82,090,000 00
North America Ins. (30.. Philadelphia. 2.000.000
Germanic Fire Ins. Con 3" Y9“: . , 0.0%?) 00
Cit Fire Ins. Co. Hart!“ “ 450.0
ill diesex Mutual Ass’e, 00-, 300.000 00
LIFE INSURANCE-
Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Company,
Assets 820,000, 000 00 .
III in Swords’ Buildln South Norwsllr.
99?: u g’1. F. BEERS. Agent.
GROCERIES
Cheaper than ever, for Cash.
[IE subscriber would inform the public nerally,
T that he still continues to sell the best of rocerles,
Provisions, be, at his old stand No. 4 Skiddy's Block,
Is chca as the cheapest. ileo ers great lnducements
to cash l1 ers, as he has enlarge an assortment of o-
eeries of s best qualities as can be found at any s are
of the country. Hefwould invite the special attention
his stock 0
in all to COFFEES, TEAS, AND SUGARS
are of the very best quality, and will be sold
which _
h s . The ublic are invited to call and examine and
- ludgg for therselves. A. MOREHOUSE.
For Sale.
DEVOE’S KEROSENE OIL.
N 5 Allen Patent Sealed Cans, with cork-lined
I scrgw nozzles. Warranted perfectly safe. Eco-
nomical. Convenient, and a splendid Illummator
The use of this oil is urgently recommended by the
New York Fire Commissioners and the Fire Insu-
rance Companies generally. E. K. LOCKWOOD.
L RANGE sold b
BEL y GEORGE F. BELDEN.
Astral Oil.
ARRANTED not to explode and will burn
double the time of ordinary Kerosene Oil. To
be found only at G. O. KEELER 8; BRO.
Barrels splendid WHITE WHEAT OHIO
100 FLOUR just received and for sale cheap at
' G. O. KERLER & BROTHERS.
DENTISTRY
south Norwalk.
KENDALL A: HART, Operators.
- re now re mod to receive our patients at
Flu: time (1.31qu the week. We extract teeth
with or without the use of LAUGHING GAS.
Wednesdays we devote entirely to extracting Teeth
WITHOUT PAIN. _ .
The principal Operator in Colton’s Dental Association
has repeatedly declared that South Norwalk is the best
lace within his knowledge, (out of Cooper Union) to
ave teeth extracted.
We partlculary invite those who may desire
ARTIFICIAL TEETH,
to examine our manner of work and riccs before
procnrlnn tlicm elsewhere. Teeth tllle in the most
approve manner. These partially broken away by
decay, restored to their former Size and shape.
fl fl
THE MODEL MARKET.
WILLIAI‘I MITCHELL,
HAVING become proprietor of this old establish-
ed and ever popular market, is prepared io flir-
nish Hotels, Saloons, Families, &c., with Meats of all
kinds, of the best quality, in any desired quantity and
at the lowest market prices. The continued patron-
age of the public solicited.
WILLIAM MITCHELL.
NORWALIC llIACI-IIN E SIIOP.
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 just back of the and Horse Railway
Buildings. - - 11
SOMETHING NEW!
A FIRST CLASS CITY
Draper 8. TailorinnEstahlislmnni
At N o. 1, Gazette Building, (up stairs)
THE subscriber would respectfully inform the cit-
izens of N orwulk, that he has made arrange-
ments to open a first-class, New York City Establish-
Inent, as above, where he pledges himself to give sat-
lsfactiou to all his customers.
He 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.
soU'rn 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.
The will also flrnish tl .
all kllids of l on ic most reasonable terms
Lumber and Timber,
and manufacture to ' order,
Sash,
B I i n d s ,
D O 0 rs , E to .
BALUS'I‘ERS, NEWELS. &C.,
for Stairs and Railings, and
Black Walnut, Ash, Cherry, White wood
&c., kept constantly on hand.
Prompt attention given to orders. Works near the
Steamboat Landing, SOUTH NORWALK.
C. F. TOLLES,
} R. I. TOLLES, Treasurer.
D. R. AUSTIN,
R. I. TOLLES
MRS. E. E). MURFEY’S
AGNE I '
NI TIC LIVIMENT,
The great Pain Cure of the Age,
relief or. all Rheumatic and Inflammatory
_ Never falls to give Speedy Relief in the most
acute sutlering, by a few applications. For sale at'
Manufacturer’s Price, by the dozen or gross, by
BROWN & WILCOX, corner of Marshall and Main
Streets, South Norwalk, Conn. 43
THOS. I. RAYMOND,
(Successor to DAVID II. WEBB,)
For the
pi
DEALER IN
s
COAL AND WOOD,
Foot ofWashiugton St.. South Norwulk
LElIIGII, LACKAWANA, FRANKLIN. SCRAN-
TON, CUMBERLAND,
And all'the best varieties of Red and White Ash Coal.
HICKORY, OAK, MAPLE, PINE AND CHESTNUT
WOOD.
The subscriber 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-bespcak for him the continued patronage
of the public. DAVID II. WEBB.
NORWALK GRIST MILL.
THE subscriber having purchased the Norwalk
zmintrist Milkisprepaaed‘ to grind every kind of
_‘ or cus omers an urnish are all kinds of
FEED. FLOUR, &c., at the LOIVEST MARKET
RATES. The public are invited to give him a trial.
January 11, 1869. tf2 WILLIAM H. DAVIS.
Fruit, Trees: Fruit Trees!
AT THE
NEW CANAANNURSERY.
The subscribers take pleasure in announcin to t
public that their stock of g he
Fruit (in Ornamental TreeéNines, &c.
is unusually large and of unsurpasscdexcellence. 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 wishing to purchase Trees and Vines will do '
well to send their orders early—or still better, visit our
Nursery and make theirown selections.
STEPHEN HOYT «it SONS.
P. S.—-Wc take pleasure in showing persons through
our Nurseries, whether desirous of purchasing trees
or not; and would cordiallyiuvlte all interested to
Visit the Nursery.
NEW and RARE PLANTS.
Runes, Genaninmn, Verbena,
-AND-
Bedding Out Plants, Shrubs,
Fruit Trees of all kinds,
Raspberry, Blackberry dz Strawberry
Plants, are.
.EARLY ROSE POTATOES. TOMATOE,
EGG, PEPPER & CELERY PLANTS, 670.
Also FLOWER AND VEGETABLE SEEDS. B0-
QUETS, WREATHS, BASKETS, CROSSES, and oth
er Floral Decorations arranged in the best style of art
to order. Send for descriptive catalogue. '
S
MALLORY &. DOWN ,
South Norwalk, Ct.
UHLE BROTHERS,
No. II MAIN ST., NORWALK,
Drugs, Chemical and Patent
Medicines
At Wholesale.
Manufacturer-sand Dealers in Essences, Extracts,
Family Medicines, die, &c.
Country Stores supplied with goods of better qual-
ity and at closer figures than can obtained in the city.
A Drug Wagon running in connection with the
store carries a full assortment in the line. .
Orders filled {or any article in the Drllg, Chemical,
Patent Medicine or Toilet Article line, in any quanti-
ty, at the manufacturers’ Prices.
E. ' GUSOWSKI,
. ME RCIIANT TAILOR,
AND DEALER IN
READY MADE CLOTHING,
AND GENTS’ FURNISHING GOODS,
No. 3 Main Street, Norwalk, Conn.
Constantly on hand a large assortment of Cloths,
Caseimercs and Vestings. All orders promptly exc-
cutcd. 35
Gas
~ AND .3
Steam Fitting.
M. CLOVER, at his works on River Street, is
prepared to fill all orders in the above line,
with promptness and at low rates. He invites spec-
ial attention to “The American Submerged Force
Pum ,” for which he is Agent. It is double-acting,
nen- reezing, and proves to be the cheapest, most
edicient, durable and reliable pump in use. '21
Small Safe for sale.
SMALL SAFE, suitable for the house, will be
sold very cheap on ailing upon ,
NASH it IVES.
A
REAL ESTATE.
To Rent.
THE large, convcn ienll y arraiigcd.plc:lsautly loca-
ted and cverywny desirable house, .wclltkumvii
as the residence of Dr. J. A. M chnn, ISOHCI'CCI to
rent for Ike winter months, or until April lsl', 1871.
It is situated on North Avenue, facing High Street,
within three minutes walk of the Bridge, and is too
well known to need further description. POEECSSIOII
given immediately. Terms reasonable.
JAMES FINNEY, Real Estate Agent.
To Rent, Furnished.
ROM December lst,1869, the residence of the
F subscriber on East Avenue, together With horse,
carriage, ate. BStf O. S. FERRY.
BUILDING LOTS FOR SALE.
IIE subscriber offers for sale, on very rcsonabl'c
terms. a number of the choicest, and most d051-
rable Building Lots in the town of NOI‘lVillk‘Slllllllcd
on high ground, (Prospect Hill), near and 01 easy ac-
cess from the village, and commands a line and mi-
obstructcd view of the town, harbor, Long Island and
Sound. A good avenue, .50 feet. wide, has been laid
out in front of the property. Is within five niiliutcs’
walk of the Horse Railroad Size of lots t9 Sllit pur-
chasers; no fancy prices. For further particulars cu-
quire of ~ JESSE BENTON,
28 or JAMES FINNEY, Real Estate Agent.
FOR SALE.
A DESIRABLE LOCALITY.
HOMESTEAD Situated on the Danbnry and
Norwaik Railroad, one mile from depot and vii-
lage of Georgetown, Conu., on first class road con-
sisting of good House, containing tlvcnt ~1-wo rooms
large and airy, new Barn and other out- llilglinrrs 1!]
good order, with about twelve acres iirst quallty Illllil,
(sixty more if desired); large younc Orchard. never-
failiug water, line open prospect. l as been used for
several years as a Summer Boarding House. For
Photograph of premises and paltlculars, call at GA-
ZETTE OFFICE. 7133?
M111 Property
FOR SALE.
THE Subscriber offers for sale his Mill Property sit-
uated in West Norwalk, about two miles lrom
Darien Depot, three miles from South Norwalk, and
two miles from New Canaan, consisting .of a manu-
fuctory, two stories high, 80x18 feet, with about 12
feet head and fall of water, with three acres of land,
new used as :1. Saw Mill but Suitable for a manufactu-
ry of any kind. Terms easy and price low. Enquire
of JAMES FINNEY, Real Estate Agent, Norwaik,or
of the subscriber, CHAUNCEY STREET. _
West Norwaik, Sept. 25, 1860. 39ft
For Sale or to Rent.
4 URNISIIED or unfurnished, the house on Pros-
pect ilill, formerly occupied by Dr. Cliiids. Pos-
sessxon given immediately; will be rented for the
winter or the your. Illqliirc of '
801i J. W WILSON.
Valuable M111 Property for Sale
At Kent Station, Conn.
Ill-I proprietor of KENT MILLS, having engaged
In another b1lslncss,ofl’el's for sale the above prop-
on y Situated on Norwalk River, ten rods from Rail-
I'oa depot, and 3).; miles from Norwalk, on main
run to Danbm'y, consisting of Saw Mill, Upright and
Circular Saws, all iii good order; also, Cider Mill,
nearly new, with three presses, and all necessary nih-
cliincry; two large Cider Vaults, Vinegar Loft, Vols,
and Cusks; one iarce Barn, besides Stables for Six
horses; one splendcd team of Matched Horses, six
and seven years old; two heavy Wagons; oueliglit
Wagon, and everything complete to carry on a Slic-
ccssful business; also, adjoining said ropcrty, one
Cottucc House and Earn, house containing 8 rooms,
With our acres of choice land, and fruit in abundance;
also, a two-Story House with eight rooms, with eight
acres of land. The mill )ropcrty and one house will
be sold together, or the w olc exchanged for Nerwalk
property. Terms easy. Address
GEORGE II. BRACKEN.
22“
Kent Mills, or South Norwalk.
Real Estate for Sale.
THE laiid belonging to the estate of George W.
Raymond, comprising some of the most desira—
ble property in South Norwaik, isnewoti‘ered forsalc
at a bargain bv the trustee of that estate. Apply to
LE IS F. BEERS, Trustee GEORGE W. RAY-
glOND and CHESTER F. TOLLES, South Norwfl‘k,
Olin. 20
OR SA LE.—Iiiliidiug Lots and Dwellings,
ranging from £100 to $10,000, situated in town of
Daricn. Apply to I-‘. II. llOY’I‘, Daricu Real Estate
Agency. tf29
rose SALE.
A SMALL HOUSE, with 3}; or 10% acres of land,
about one mile from South Norwalk. Also,
three New Houses and Lots, ehchpLSbout the same
distance from South N orwalk. All the above on very
easy terms. Also, a large Ilousc to reutnear Keyser’s
Island. Inquire at. the South Norwaik Real Estate
Agency of Purdy’s Drug Store. W. ’1‘. CRAW,
tfi'l’ . Real Estate Agent.
EVERAL GOOD APARTMENTS TO LET.—.
Enquire of S. E. OLMSTEAD.
Sept. 0, 1800. _
For Sale.
HE HOUSE and LOT, occupied by the subsbribcr
at South Norwalk, lot 00 feet front, less than two
minutes walk from the depot of the New York S:
New Haven and the Danbury if: Norwalk Railroads.
House in good order; House and fences recently
painted. Possession immediately if required. For
further particulars enquire of W . G. STREET.
Sept, 14, 1869. 3m37
Building Lot For Sale.
FIRST-CLASS LOT, adjoining the residence of
.L I“. B. Smith, East Avenue, Size 75x200, with
shade trees in front. Price $1,000. Terms easy. Ap-
ply to WM. WHITE, South Norwalk, or CEO. 0.
KEELER, Main St., Norwalk. '20
— $7,500.
FOR SALE.
DELIGHTFUL RESIDENCE DOWN TOWN-
101ninntes walk from depot. Basement, two
Story and Attic, French roof, Frame House. Very
conveniently arranged with water, furnace and range.
One-half or more of the purchase money can relnain
on the place. For further particulars apply to
thG FRANK B. SMITH.
For Sale.
THE HOUSE AND LOT now occupied by William
Youle. It contains five rooms and has an out-
house, &c.; lot 70x80 feet. Also, one lot 05x90 feet,
and one 70x80. Enquire of JOSEPH SHEPHERD.
Norwalk, Feb. 15, 1860. itf
Very Desirable Place
IN WILTON
For gale.
HIE wail-known Residence and Fruit. Farm of the
subscriber, Situated ill Wilton, near the Norwalk
line is offered for sale.
HENRY C. HANDLE.
Desirable Residence Fer Sale.
VERY desirable residence, pleasantly situated
011 a quiet street within live minutes’ walk of
the Bridge is offered for sale. Tile house is commo-
dious and in good order, and the grounds embrace
about one acre, facing on two streets. It will be sold
on reasonable terms. Apply to JAMES FINNEY,
Real Estate Agent, at. Sclieck’s Bookstore.
NEW BUILDING LOTS.
SOME of the mosndesirabie Lots in town have just
been put in the market. Arc in the best locality.
near Main Street, and will be sold on reasonabie
terms. For particulars, enquire of JOHN JARVIS,
or NASH & IVES, .No. 4, Water Street, Norwulk,
Conn. tfi‘4
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mfiNoticc-to Rent Payers.
ARE you paying $75 or $100 a year Rest ? if so call
on the Subscribers and
Secure a Home,
for what you are now paving for rent, by buying :1
BUILDING Lo'r
60x200 feet, at $50; or by buying a few acres at a Small-
price, Situated at Shepherdville. 1% miles from the
Bridge on the line of the 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 Bill ding Sites can be had at terms to
suit purchasers, by addressing or applying to .1. AU-
GUSTUS PARTRICK, at Shcpiierdvilie, or JULIUS
PARTRICK, at the Spring Saloon, Main Street, or
JOSEPH TAMMANY,at Crofut .12: Knapp’s Hat Shop,
South Nerwalk. 7
HOMES FOR THE MILLION
One Hundred Building Lots.
IIE SUBSCRIBER has for sale One Hundred Build-
ing Lots within eight minutes walk of South
Norwulk 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
meat, for a small percentage of the purchase money
in cash,balance on mortgage. Price of Lots from One
Hundred to Three Hundred Dollars. I will be pleased
to show the lots to any person wishing to purchase.
WILLIAM T. CRAW,
Real Estate Agency, over F. B. Purdy’s Drug Store.
Norwalk, Aug. 24th, 1868. 35
FOR SALE.
A VERY valuable place, situated in the most cen-
trul part of the Town of Norwalk, about two
minutes walk from the Horse Railway Depot. The
house is large and ceinmodions. The place comprises
about two acres of land, and is abundantly provided
wrth trees, shi-uhbcry and Out-buildings. This place is
suitable for any gentleman. For full particulars en-
quire of JAMES MITCHELL,
Real Estate Agent, Union Market, N orwalk, Conn.
NASH 8c IVES,
Real Estate Agents,
No. 4 WATER STREET.
PROPERTY bought, sold, exchanged or lc:, on rea-
sonable terms. We have a good variety of desira-
tfii?
accommodating terms.
NATHAN va9.
WM. R. Nasu.
J. runnrs,
Real Estate Agent.
ESTATES FOR SALE in Norwaik undyi-
clnity, from 1-4 to 200 Acres, with buildings
thereon, price from 3450 to $100,000. Also, TO LE’ ‘,
furnished and unfurnished houses.
Address J. FERRIS,
at F. B. Pul‘dy’s Drug Store, Ely’s Block So. Non-walk.
Notice for surveying to be left at the Gazette Oliice,
NOTICE n
5
The subscriber having taken out a License for the
Sale, Renting and Exchanging
OF
Real Estate,
Would call the attention of the pllblic to the fact that
lie is now ready to transact business of that nature iii
11'] its branches, and will assure prompt attfl‘tion to
all who may favor him with a call. Ills resources of
gaining information relative to said business are un-
surpassed. Iic has new for disposal
FARMS, RESIDENCES, 0‘40.
Situ ate (1 in Nor-“'31 It.
And all the adjoining country. Places for sale varying
from 55,000 to $25,000.
RESIDENCES
For Summer, lurnisilb’d or unfurnished
FOR SALE OR TO RENT.
with land in quantity to suit Purchaser or Lessee also
a number of
Fine Farms.
Apply to
JA MES MITCHELL
Al ordcrslcftat the UNION MARKET, Mitchell’s
8199!, Romulk, Conn. will receive prompt attention.
mortgage, or may purchase a lot without anyimprovc- I
ble Houses and Farms in and out of town for sale on .
BUILDING LOTS.
LOTS on Beatty Street and three lots on Water
Street, which for location, convenience, and
neighborhood are not excelled by any property in this
town. Part of said lots have good veiws of the
Sound and Harbor, and are situated in the immedi-
ate vicinity of two of the most respectable and largest
manufacturing establishments in N orwalk, and with-
in a few rods of the Horse Railroad. ’l‘iiesc lots
range in price from $000 to 81,500. Those wishing to
purchase good lots are respectfully invited to exam-
iue the above property, or apply to
3m33 ’I‘IIADDEUS K. HUBBELL.
. non SALE. _
A
VERY desirable place, Situated in N erwalk,
about two miles west of the Bridgc.abjoining the
residence of Josiah Kellogg, Esq., it being the Home-
stcad of the late Charles Osborn, deceased, contain-
ing nearly eight acres of good land, a well built, sub-
stantial, two-story house, with Barn and other out-
buildings. Part of the purchase money can remain,
if desired. For further particulars apply to
33tt‘ C. F. OSBORN, East Avenue.
SPLE fvl Ell EB
Eauilding Sites
For Sale, of one-third acre andupwards near the new
“ RIVERSIDE DEPOT,”
At the east end of Cos-Cob Bridge. The property is
beautifully situated, has a fine water front on the har-
bor, and is only two ininutcs’ walk from all trains to
New York, EXPRESS INCLUDED. Apply to or
address J. \V. ATWA’ ‘ER, Cos-Cob Bridge, Conn.
NOTICE.
I am attention of residents and of visitors in town
is called to. and a personal inspection from all is
invited to the Beautiful Location and pleasant sur-
roundings of the building-site of about 200 feet, com-
prising the whole frontase on the westerly side of
Union Park, and surrounded by first-class residences,
which, as a site for an clewaiit dwelling is seldom sur-
passed; Also, a corner fob of about 76 feet front Oil
the northeast corner of Union Park, adjoining the
residence of the Subscriber. Terms easy. For fur-
ther particulars enquire of CHAS. P. TURNEY,
Norwalk, Aug. 2, 1800. (31) Builder.
For . ale.
NE LOT on Golden Ilili next to new house of II.
II. ELWELL, 30 feet front by 217 feet in depth.
Apply to- LEWIS P. DEEDS, Trustee, or GEORGE
W. RAYMOND, South Norwalk, Conn. ' t126
To Rent.
FINE PLAC E, between Norwalk Bridge and
South Norwalk, fronting on the harbor. Is suit-
able l'or a large family, itcontainingm rooms. Terms
easy. For further particulars enquire 0
JAMES MITCHELL, Real Estate Agent,
tl'23 Union Market. Norwalk.
0R SALE.—Ten acres of land within one mile
of the village: also, a new House near Main St.
Enquire of G. 0. KEELER.
4
11
VALUABLE FAR
fill FOR. SALE
IN WILTON, CONN.
Known as the “ELDEN FARM.
tITUATED one-half mile from the Railroad Depot,
containing about 150 acres of land under good
cultivation, with Dwelling House, out-bull dings, etc.,
is offered for sale.
Also, the Stock and Farming Utensils,
Apply to JAMES MITCHELL,
Real Estate Agent, Union Market, Norwalk.
“BUILDING LOTS.” '
THE undersigned offer for Saie‘somc of the most
desirable building Sites in tile 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. II. BYINGTON,
S. E. OLMSTEAD,
E. K. LOCKWOOD.
Norwalk. Sept. 21, 1868.
Very Valuable Property For Sale
AT FORT POINT.
T the terminus of the New Bridge, from South
Norwaik, consisting of about 12 Building Lots,
'25x125, 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 only a small portion is offered. Ap-
ply to 43 JAMES MITCHELL.
JAMES. FINNEY,
Real Estate Ag’t;
Licensed Auctioneer,
CONSTABLE, COLLECTOR, .00.,
RATEFULLY returns thanks for the very liberal
paternagc heretofore extended him by a gener-
ous public. and solicits a continuance of the same.
He has taken a desk at Sellcck’s Bookstore, where he
can hereafter be fouild, or orders can be left. He will
give prompt attention to the buying and selling or
Real Estate, routing of places, Auctioncsring of real
and personal property, the ‘collcctien of debts, &c.,
and will make every reasonable exertion to please all
who may favor him with their patronage.
NEW BRUCE STORE.
llE undersigned would respectfully announce to
the citizens in this vicinity, that he has just
titted up a New Drug Store, ' ‘
CORNER OF WASHINGTON AND DEPOT STS.
where will be found
P U R E .D R U G s ,
CHOICE \VINES and LIQUORS,
FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES,
FANCY AND TOILET ARTICLES,
’ATENT MEDICINES, die.
25'," Physicians Prescriptions carefully compounded
day and night. Can be found nights, in same building,
entrance on Washington St.
1y4!) S. F. PECK, South Norwalk, Conn.
NORIVALK\
Steam Laundry
And DYE WORKS.
IIE subscribers desire to inform thcillllabilauts of
Norwalk and vicil ' , that their NEW FACTORY
is completed, and tll they are now prepared to do
all kinds of work in tlicjr line, in a manner not to be
surpassed by any other cstabislinicnt, as they have
the use of facilities for doing it in ”a first-class man-
ner. FamilichIotcls and Boarding Houses will find
it to their advantage to have their washing done by
our system, as we guarantee all clothes washed by us
to lost almost tw‘ce as long as they Would if washed
ill the ordinary way, for we make our own soap and
use no soda or potash to kill the life of the fabric.
We have, also. a large bleach connected with the
works, where all goods requiring it will be bleached
as white as new. Finding, of every description, done
in tllc'bcst style by experienced hands. ~ Give 115 a
trial and be satisfied that it can be done its well here
as in the city, and at more moderate rates. Goods
called for and delivered free of charge. Order slates
and price lists can be found at the following places:
J. F. & O. R. Bennett’s, South Norwalk: M rs. E. Pal-
mer’s, Stamford; Miss S. E. Beet-S's. Daricn; J. S.
Joiics’s, Westport; J. C. Randle’s, W-lunipauk; and
at the principal otiice, Water Street, adjoining W. C.
Street’s Hardware Store.
1:. N. PERRY, 28 D. M. LANE.
THE PEOPL ans
0 O A. In Y A B. I) ..
Coal, Wood in Mason’s Building
MATERIALS.
HE subscriber having had along experiencein
the above named business, and having: superior
facilities for procuring the best kinds of Coal, &c.,
&c., at the lowest market rates, would respectfully
call the attention of the public to his Yard for all ur-
ticles in his line before purchasing elsewhere. Sam-
ples of coal audit slate will be kept at the Shoe Store
of JAMES U. CARIER, Mai-i Street. All orders left
there will meet with prompt attention.
CEIARLES T. LEONARD,
WATER STREET, NORWALK.
'in exchange.
Edward P. Weed
DRUGGIST 85 APOTIIECARY,
“'11“ Street, Norwnlk Conn '
Pure Foreign and Domestic Drugs, Medicines,
Chemicals, Patent, Medlcuics, Perfumery, Cigars,
MineralWatcrs, the. ~ . .
Pure Wines and Liquors for modicum] purposes only
Among our Stock may be than
Lubili’s Extracts, Sponges, .
Lnbin's Soaps, Chamois Slams,
Fancy Soaps, Castlie Soap,
Toilet Articles. Corks,
Hair Brushes Ivll'llSecd,
Nail .“ Congress Water,
Flesh “ Empire 0
Tooth “ Star n
Shaving “ Kisscngen ‘1
Clothes “ Vichy - “
Infants “ Gettysburg H
Feather Dusters, Vermont H
Pomhdes, Seltzer . N
I'lairOils, 11118515qu “
FarlnaCologllc, JDXCClSlOl‘ “
Bay Rum. London Porter,
Florida Water, Scolcli Ale,
Magnolia “ Cumphor,
Ilai'r Dyes, Cream Tartar,
Flavoring Extracts, Indigo,
Shaker llerbs, Alcohol,
Stationery,
and a full assortment of all other articles usually
kept ill a Drug and Chemical Establish meat,
0 TO S. F. PECK’S. Dl‘ugglst, South Nor-
T walk, for
CARBOLATE OF LIME.
for Disinfccling purposes.
The Great Discovery
“ SEAL OLEUM,”
sells well, and gives good satisfaction.
G. WARD SELLECK,
UCCESSOR to late firm of Meeker it Sclicck,21
Main St., keeps constantly on hand a freehstock of
Family Groceries,
CHOICE PROVISIONS, FLOUR, SOAPS, DRIED
FRUITS, CANNED FRUITS, and BERRIES,_CAT.
SUP, FLAVORING EXTRACTS. &C. This well-
kuown stand will continue to snstain'its present re a-
tatibn for keeping the best of everything, and SE L~
ING AT THE LO EST POSSIBLE PRICES. 1y4
Refreshment for the Thirsty.
IIE subscribers are prepared to furnish, Wholesale
and Retail, Bottled Sarsaparllla, Lemon Soda,
Cider, Spruce Beer, the. Orders by'mail,or.otherwise,
for merchants, individuals, or times, promptly sup-
plied. S. RUMMAN do BRO.
ornvssrnn GRUMMAN. JEUIEL GBUMMAN: an.
Kent, (Willem) July 26,1569. 30.
Carriage Making.
IIE undersigned having formed a co-partnership,
are now prepared to balld and repair all kinds of
Carriages at the shortest notice at their new factory
in lloyt Street. All kinds of Carriage Lumber taken
AUGUSTUS LYON,
WILLIAM YOULE,
17tf CII ARLES FOX.
Nor-walk, Apri126. 1509.
GEORGE NORVELL,
STAIR BUILDER,
NEWELS,BALUSTERS, HAND RAILS, STAIRS
u ) or shipped to any part of the country. Shop foot
0 Marsha l St, South Norwulk. All orders promptly
attended to and satisfaction guaranteed. 1132
‘aEMOvAL i
G. ALTHOF,
LADIES HAIR DRESSER, has removed front
Mitchell’s Block, to the old Telegraph Room,
Gazette Building, up stairs. Ladies are invited to
call and examine his assortment of
Braids, Bands, Puffs, Switches, Curls,
kc, which he coustantlykeeps on hand. Ladies at-
tended to at their residences if desired.
AGENCY.
for the Celebrated
Howe Sewing lVi'achine
At II. III. A: C. S. PROWITT’S
Cdi'ncr Drug Store.-
The best family Sewing Machine ever produced—
has all the improvements which go to make up
03" THE MOST PERFECT-—
WTIIE MOST SIMPLE—
CTINE IN THE \VOBLD.
This Machine has demonstrated its excellence and
adaptability to all kinds of sewing, from the lightest
gossamer to the heaviest leather. Call and examine
“TIIE_ EE-OIVE.”
At the Corner Drug Store.
EZRA CURTIS, Agent.
Sm’25
American Watches
A full assorment, at every price, in
GOLD AND SILVER CASES,
0
A 'I‘
Wood’s Jewelry Store,
UNDER NORWALK HALL.
Solid Silvorand Plated Wars
01' all tliclzitesi. Styles and Patterns.
An endless variety 01‘
AMERICAN & FRENCH
CLOCKS.
see-rs a.~ sirens.
T
HE subscribers would respectfully call the atten-
tion of the public to their
NEIV STOCIK OF GOODS,
consisting of a general asam-tment of
Boots, Shoes, Gaiters,
850., both for Gentlemen and Ladies’ wear, which will
be sold very low for Cash, at the old stand,
Erasers; 231.0012:
SOUTH NOR‘VALK, CONN.
All kinds Of Gent. and Ladies’Boots, Shoes, &e.,
made to order, in tliemost workmaulike manner, and
at fair prices
HORSE onus RUN RIGHT BY THE noon.
BROWN do STEVENS.
"IBM 8. BROWN. HARVEY STEVENS.
. NOTICE.
ALL persons llavilln' accounts against the Non-
WALK GAS LIel‘lT 00.. are requested to pre-
sent them for payment to T. H. MORISON, 'l‘reas.
Norwaik, Aug. 30, 1809.
FOR SALE.
HE subscriber offers for sale cheap, one Double
Carriage. nearly new, one set of Double llarnesu
and two Horses, both veg; fast. Apply to
. LEV IS F. BEERS, Trustee,
tfsl South Norwalk, Conn.
(I
AN AUTUMN SONG.
' or s. o. erDIIAN,
No clouds are in the morning sky,
The vapors hug the stream—
Who says that life and love can die
In all this northern gleam 7
, At every turn the maples burn,
The quail is whistling free,
The patridgc whirls, and the frosted lJlil'S
Are dropping for you and me.
110! hilly he! heigh Oi
llllly lie!
In the clear October morning.
Along the path the woods are bold,
And glow with ripe desire;
The yellow chestnut showers its gold,
The sumacs spread their fire;
The breezes feel as crisp as steel,
The buckwheat tops are red ;
'l‘lien down the lane, love, scurry again.
And over the stubble tread!
Ho! hilly ho! helgh O!
Hilly llo!
In the clear October morning.
Wmnxm
LETTERS FRONI CALIFORNIA.
BY REV. R. B. SN ‘r'DE‘i.
Number XV.
Yosemite Valley.
Some of the most striking features of this
cabinet of wonders remain to be noticed.
The domes attract the eye at once. Many
of the moniitains overhanging the valley or
visible from it are rounded at the top in the
form of a vast dome which is usually bare of
vegetation and as smooth and regular ap-
parently as though skillful mechanics had
laid it with trowel and mortar. The Half
Dome, sometimes called South Dome, is the
most remarkable, one half of it having evi-_
dently long ago slipped away from the rest
and fallen broken and shattered into the
valley below. The knife that divided it
made clean work, for the rock runs down in
a perfectly straight face for two thousand
feet meeting there the mountain pedestal,
which lifts itself from the valley at an angle
of forty five degrees, three thousand feet
more. You can not realize this height ex-
cept by comparison. Mount Washington
rises but a trifle higher, very gradually, so
gradually that the, ascent is made now most-
ly by railroad. Here we can stand and look
'up in a nearly straight line to the top of an
Washington. Trinity Church spire in New
York is somewhat less than three hundred
feet in height. To make a ladder out of
such steeplcs in order to scale the lofty ram-
faszen seventeen Trinity Spires one above
the other. We ascended the opposite cliff,
called North Dome, through Indian Canyon
by a very toilsome climb and saw from its.
airy summit many miles of snow-covered
ranges withpeaks holding their hoary crests
in solemn grandeur far above the awful sol-
itudc, one of them, Mt. Whitney, being the
highest in the United States.
In the preceding letter I made mention of
0 II, I
“n 30 some of the falls, and might now dwell at eyes, shouted, “Go along, Nell.”
length upon Nevada and Vernal Falls which'
are objects of great interest. But I hasten
to speak of the grandest scene in the whole
Valley’the fall called Yosemite, which is
situated on the north side of the Merced
river and about midway of the .Valley. It
is made by the Yosemite Creek which throws
itself from this point from a height of nearly
2700 feet. There is first one clear jump of
sixteen hundred feet, then short rapids four
hundred and thirty-four feet, then the final
descent of Six hundred feet. It is a large
water whose thunder is heard several miles,
entirely and beautifully white. The Stan-
lgob in Switzerland, the next highest cata-
ct known in the- world, is 900 feet but
so weak in water that it is lost in spray long
before it reaches the bottom. Were Niagara
pouring over at the side of the Yosemite
Fall, while we should hear its deafening
roar, it would be entirely hidden from view
being only 165 feet high. Many pines clus-
tering around the ba f the Yosemite cata-
ract are taller and grit therefore hide en-
tirely the great Nico ra from the view of
the tourist as he stands across the Merced
looking fairly at the Yosemite Fall 3. mile
or two 011'.
This mountain paradise has many other
beautiful and thrilling scenes besides those
alread noticed, but newspaper limits forbid
enlargement. We may be allowed to say,
however, that Yosemite is not only a text-
book but a teacher. It has moral uses. It
suggests human littlcness by forcible illus-
trations. A tree which Prof. \Vbitney meas-
ured is seen near the foot of the Upper
Yosemite Fall. It is one hundred and
twenty-five feet four inches in height, but
standing upon a ledge on the face of the
cliff more than a thousand feet from the
bottom, it looks as a small plant in a flower
pot would look in the upper window of a
five story building. W'ere the tallest man
to stand beside that tree he would be invis-
iblc from below. These immense masses,
these fabulous heights overpower us. .Yet
man, as inspired with Christian thought and
rising to the moral heights of soul-life, tow-
ers above these frowning cliffs and looks for
a life which their years can never measure.
Power, too, is imposed upon us as we
stand and survey these stony wonders. I-Iow
little we can lift, how little the boasted ma:
chinery of man can elevate, compared with
what natural forces, acting under the Crea-
tor, 1iftcd. when they set up these solid inas-
ses. What weight is here! “That giant.
miglitiness has been exerted to tear apart *
these granite foundations of the everlasting
hills! Power, power, is echoed back from
cataract to cataract antucclns to be written
on the passive, changeless brows of these
‘ gray battlements.‘ Men have tried to build
impregnable fortresses. Could they build
such as these they might well defy the artil-
lery of the world. No enemy cOuld scale
their vertical fronts, no flashing of powder
sending any amount of lead against these
walls could batter ' them away. Such are
the battlcnients of heaven. By no willful
defiance of truth and righteousness can we
hope to clambcr over them or beat them
down. But as the rays of the setting sun
creep quietly from twig to twig and crag to
erag up the very point of some awful ram-
part in Yosemite until they gain the lofty
top, so going up with love, faith and hope
shining about our every step, we may reach
the highest heaven of God’s glory and great-
ness.
Once more, these strange fiisllionings in
the rocks, these lace draperies of Spray and
foam, seeming to surpass all possibilities of
beauty and grandeur, do but suggest that
there is greater glory beyond. New forms
of beauty await us. \Ve Shall see greater
things than these. Heaven is more than any
imagination can now make it out to be. It
is not shown in any Yosemite among stone
cliffs which reveal only dimly the divine
qualities, but it consists in being brought
into the very presence of the Almighty
where the face of . God is open to the loving
look of his children.
HONOLULU, II. 1., Sept. 2d, 1869.
- fig:
The Erie and Susquehanna railroad has
come to an amicable settlement—Tile Erie
people having leased the Susquehanna road
for ninety years. -
One of the editors of the New York
Times lately overheard the following scrap
of conversation on the street ; “Bun him
for alderman ! Why, he’s the meanest
thief iii the district 1” “ Of course, or he
wouldn’t get the nomination.
—One oftlle incidents at the fair at Bridge—
'at'er, Mass, was an ex race. A pair of
oxen entered by 0. Thomas Smith walked at
the rate of a mile lll'llSS than thirteen min-
utes, and a pair entered by Nahum Tribon
. within less than fourteen ninutcs.
TONI.
How He Became A Member of Con-
gress.
There was a little fellow among the New
England hills, years ago, as there are many
now, whose parents were poor. He could
not remember the time when he wore SllOCS
and stockings in the summer. Sometimes
in the winter, when he was obliged to walk
three miles to school and wade through
snow drifts that did not melt until the last
of May, he were such as his father had rc-
jeclcd, and a pair of shoes that slipped up
and down every step he took. Neverthe-
less, they were shoes and stockings; and lie
was infinitely proudcr of them than any
king living is of his crown.
One day as Tom was plodding along with
his silpsllod shoes, pulling from exertion
and blowing his blue fingers to keep them
warm, there came dashing down the iiill a
sleigh such as the youngstcriiad never seen;
110, indccd,n0r even dreamed of. And the
horse! Tom stopped blowing, so intense
was his adliiiration of the elegant creature
that came foaming and tossing his daintily
arched neck right and left.
Toni sprang aside at the very last ino-
mcnt, and as he sank up to his chin in the
light snow, tore off his old cap from his head
and bobbed up and down as if he was in the
presence of the president.
“Jump on behind my lad," shouted the
driver; “ junlp on behind." And Tom (1 id
jump on, at the peril of his life, and away
they went, tearing along with great Speed
until over went the sleigh, and out went
the riders and buffaloes, and things gen-
erally.
Tom sprang to the horse’s head, and cling-
ing to the bits, the tips ofiiis great cowhide
shoes touching the Show, asked if the gentle-
man was hurt.
“Not a bit of it, my lac ,” said he Shaking
himself free of the snow,.“only warmed up
a little. What’s the damage 2”
“N othing sir, that I see,” returned Tom,
his handsome face glowiu g with good humor
as he yielded the horse to its owner.
“Well, then, my lad, get in and we’ll try
again. You are going to school, I sec,’ ad-
ded the stranger, as he gathered up the
S-omething New. immense mountain almost as high as Mount reins.
“Yes, sir."
“IIon for i”
“Guess ’tis about two miles from here.”
The gentleman turned and looked into his
&c., 020., made to order in the best manner. and put part Of the Half Dome, you “'Ollld “90d to face, and then glanced allover Tom's figure
even to his feet.
“He sees my shoes,” thought Tom,prond-
iy to himself, giving his shoes. 0. shove for-
ward to make certain that they should be
seen.
The gentleman did see them, and smiled
in spite of himself as be glanced back to
Tom’s face.
He then kindly pulled the warm furs
around the boy, and pulled his cap over his
And the
chestnut more, now thoroughly sobercd
meckly commenced the ascent of what was
known there abouts as the long hill. She
was evidently accustomed to having her
own way, for she availed herself of every
little hollow to rest,and did not allow her-
self to be pressed forward until the whip
was applied.
Toni wondered what had possessed the
creature a few minutes before. He scratch-
ed his head on the right side and then on
the left, and finally,his Yankee curiosity
WTIIE MOST SATI FACTO Y S‘ - - . . .
S R FWING MA stream except 111 15110 summer, 9- body 0f getting the better of his diifidcnce he ven-
tured to ask:
"If you please. sir, what was it that made
the more run ?” g
“A stump,” returned the gentleman, with
a smile. “Neil is a little aristocratic, and
shies at all such piebcian things. She does
not know that a stump was the making of
her master.”
Tom scratched his head, again, and wig-
gled allover. Then out came the question:
“How could a stamp be the making of it
man ?”
“My lad,” answered the stranger, marking
the white surface of the . snow gently with
his whip lash, "I was a poor boy, and my
father could not afford to send me to school.
We worked very hard, but I used to study
evenings by the light of the fire, and learned
the whole of the Latin grammar by the light
of one pitch knct.”
For a moment Tom sat perfectly still.
Then he asked, as if he was ashamed of his
ignorance : '
“Picase,~sir, what’s a Latin grammar ?”
This last- qucstiou aroused the genleman
and becoming sensible that the little fellow
at his side was thin-sling for knowledge, he
very kindly went. over such parts of his his-
tory as he thought would be of interest to
him, and ended by say ing that he was a
member of Congress.
The last announcement almost took Tom’s
breath away: He had heard of the members
of Congress, but he had an idea they were
myths, whom nobody ever saw. Perhaps
the awe with which Toni regarded him as
he glanced up sideways into his face,flatter4
ed the gentleman, for he said, smiling: '
“You are just as likely to be a member of
Congress as I! You know, in America, suc-
pass is to the determined and brave. If you
study as I did, you may possibly rise as high
——ycs—pcrhaps higher 1”
“But I haven’t any Latin grammar, sir,”
said Tom.
“No? , Well, would you like one?”
“Yes, sir." cried Tom with flashing eyes.
“Well, my lad, I shall come this way
again, and I will leave one at the school
house for you.”
“But I haven’t any money.”
“Never mind, you can pay me when you
get to Congress.”
“Thank you said Tom, I won’t forget it,
sir.” , -
The gentleman looked down at him with
a quizzicai smile, and the two rode (in in Si-
lence until they reached the school house.
“Please don’t forget the grammar,” sug-
gested Tom, as he lifted the old cap again.
“Not I," returned the gentleman. » “A man
who cannot keep a promise should never
make one-hey, 1in lad ‘9" _
Nell tossed her head, and the boy soon
lost sight of the l'l(lCI'. Then he looked
down at his shoes, at his coat, and his old
cap as he hung it on the peg ill the entry,
and silently contrasted them all with the
fur-trimmed overcoat and outfit of the
stranger. “Never minc ,” said Tour to him-
self. “I will have them all, too, when I am
a member of Congress.”
At the end of two weeks a bundle of books
was left at the school house. There was
not only a Latin grammar, but a well worn
copy of Virgil, zEsop’s Fables, and silndry
other volumes such as Tom had never seen.
Pine knots were plentiful where Tom lived
and he sat up until inindight all the rest of
the winter, pondering over the mysteries of
those books.
As luck would have it, the schoolmaster,
who boarded around with his pupils, had
not eaten the rations dueliini at Tom’s falli-
er’s. Wiieli he arrived he entered warmly
'into the boy’s ambitious projects, and as he
had a smattering of Latin himself, was qual-
ified to aid his pupil.-
Although the schoOl master was allowed
the use of a tallow candle, be vastly prefer-
red the more brilliant light of Tom’s pitch
knot; so that, as often as the long winter
evening set in, the master and pupil might
be seen—and were seen—Sitting before the
large fire place with their heads buried in the
pages of the books, along which they plod-
dcd slowly, but to such purpose that at the
end of the winter Tom could read his fable
and solve the problem in a manner very
creditable to himself and master. .
It was lip-hill work with poor Toni,bllt
he never lost what little be gained, and man
aged to make what little be accomplished
to tell on the future.
One d:iy,liis father brought home a strange
prcnticcd, during his minority to this mall,
who would make him a blacksmith.
“But I’m not going to be a blacksmith,”
cried pcor Tom, in a passion; “I‘m going to
Congress.”
“The more need you Should learn to slice
the horse that carries you there,” replied the
father with a shrug.
Tom packed up his worldly goods, not
forgetting his books, and trudged away to a
distant village, where he parcdliorse‘s boots
by day, and studied and read at night by
stealth, for lie was allowed neither knot nor
candle.
Six months the poor fellow tried to be
faithful to his duty; but one night, when his
master had thrown his grammar into the
fire, and Iatlicd him for disobedience, Tom
took leave of the workshop. He made his
way barefootccl as he was, over bogs and
brial's, until he ventured into the main road
and by dint of begging a ride now and then
reached the city. As Ben Franklin had
done before him, with his roll under his arm
—~lic sought and obtained employment.
Perhaps the happiest day of Tom’s life was
when he found himself iii the antiquarian
book store, with plenty of leisure, plenty of
books, and nothing to fear from friend or
fee. It was wonderful how be rend—and
read. The parched 0111111 (1008 not more
grccdily take in the summer rain.
When his intellectual thirst was partially
satisfied, he began to work. He saw the
ladder up which he must climb—and seiz-
ing the lowest round, he made his way
steadily upward. IVC all know by what
steps an ambitious Dian makes progress—by
patient toil—by scll-dcninl—by courteous (ic-
porlmcnt—by the constant acquisition of
knowledge.
Years passed by, during all of which Tom
lied looked in min for his early friend, the
stranger. In his timid awkwardness he had
not thought to ask the name of his benefac-
tor, and the only oppor‘. iliity to do so had
been lost.
Well, years slid away and Tom was el‘cct—
ed member of Congress from the very coun-
ty where he spent his struggling boyhood.
He went to VVasliiilgtOli, not in cowhide
511005 and butternut-colored homespun, but
dressed something as imagination llad pic-
lured, as he looked after his benefactor on
the eventful day of the Sleigh-ride.
A nobler looking 1112111,th ladies in the
galleries said, never had up; cared upon the
floor than this Yankee member, who, if he
Spoke through his nose, always drove his
arrows home to the mark. fl
One day there appearcd'in the house the
venerable form of all (xx-member, whom all
present delighted to honor.
It needed but one glance at that genial
face for Tom to recog ize in him the giver
of the Latin gralllllliil‘. He had come, he
said, to listen to tile gentlc' ii, who had so
manfully defended the rig , and to wish
him God speed.
I“If,” said Tom, with his old modesty, “if
it has been my good fortune to do anything
for our country in the hour of llL‘l‘ peril, I
owe my ability to do so, in a great lilcasnre
to yourself.”
“To me!” echoed the astonished gentle-
man—“to me i I do not recollect ever hav—
ing had the pleasure of meeting yell before
in my life.” '
“Ah, sir, have "on forgotten then, the lit-
tle school boy among the hills of NcwHamp-
shire, to whom you so kindly sold a Latin
Grammar ?”
The gentleman ml1sed.
“Sold—sold a Latin grammar! Now that
you recall the incident, I do recollect a little
fellow who interested me, and to whom I
gave some school books.”
“an11, Sir, I am that boy. You told me
that I might pay for them when I got to
Congress. If you will honor me by met-1mg
a few friends at dinner, I will settle the
bill.” C
h
m:
The New York and New Haven Rail-
road.
The failure of the Banking house of Lock-
wood IS: 00., and the destruction of the
Ho usatonic Dani” at Birmingham, would
seem to have taken away the two great sup-
ports which have heretofore upheld the
road known as the “Parallel Railroad,” an
enterprise which contemplated direct oppo-
sition to the N cw York and New Haven
road.
If this is so and we presume no one will
question it, then the N. Y. & N. 11. Road
has before it a. brilliant future. It is the
tr ml.- lzTne that connects all New England
with the commercial metropolis, and that
ever increasing business it will have with-
out opposition. It is essentially a shore line
and theretore not liable to the damages of
floods and frcsbets, as are roads running
through the valley of the interior.
Under its present board of directors who
with their friends, own a controlling inter-
est in the stock as a permanent investment,
it is not likely to fall into the modern style
of management, where the directors ruin
the stock for the purpose of making a fOl'
tune on its-fall.
The “Air Line” from New Haven to Bos-
ton will be completed at an early day, and
will shorten the distance twenty-eight miles.
This will bring a great increase of business
to the N. Y. 8:. N. 11.120101, and draw heavily
from the easterulinc of steamers that cross
the Sound. '
With the bugbear ot' a _:‘Parailei road,"
removed, the day is not for distant when the
stock of the N. Y. & N. H.‘ road will be of
more permanent value and command a
higher price than any railroad in New Eng—
land—N. E. Courier.
We are aware that a cynical Frenchman
has said there is something very delightful
in 11 itnCSSing the misfortune of one’s friends
\Vc have never seen the truth of this adage
—snd-to mean souls it has alruth—more iii-
deecnily proved than by an editorial iii
Monday’s Courier, in which the writer rc-
joiecs Over the destruction of' the Ilousu-
tonic dunlgbecausc, as he says, it will help
to kill the Parallel road scheme, and so :11)-
preciate the stock of the N. Y. S: N. If. road
We certainly are more than friendly to the
New York d: New Haven,bllt we protest
against our Derby friends supposing for one
moment that the Courier lil rejoicing over
their misfortune, and the destruction of so
much property, represents the fizc‘i:ig;;s (:j‘
the Directors and stockholders of that line.
There doubtless are people in New Haven
who are sometiliicsjealous like other folks,
but we do not believe there is more than
one so paltry and mali-Cious as to chuckle
over such a disaster as has befailcn our
Derby neighbors. Outside of tlie Courier
office there are no feelings but those of syn:-
paiby for those who have suffered such un-
meritcd disaster, and of the heurticst admi-
ration for the pluck and enterprise which
will surely retrieve it.—N. If. Palladium.
—E-.is=.pori has elected four ladies. to serve
on the school comlilittse—Coi‘oiinc D. Davis,
Ellen Davis, Ellen Bugbcc and Juliette
Chapman. _
To ascertain the number ofc'uihlrcn ina
street-beat a. drum. To ascertain the linin-
. her of loafers—start a dog light.
gentleman, and told ’l‘om that he was 01)-'
his?” The New York Times very happily
compares General Beilmap, the new secre-
tary of war, With the late General Rawlins.
Both were lawyers both volunteered into
the army, at the commencement of the re-
bellion, and both continued to serve till the
close of the war, steadily raising through all
the grades. Both were special favorites
with Grant and Sherman, and served in the
western armies. General Belknap was mus-
tered out of service in 1865, and was appoint
ed collector of internal revenue for the First
Iowa district by President Johnson, on the
18th of August, 1806, which position be has
held ever since. His record as an adminis-
trative oilicer; both in the army and in the
internal revenue bureau, is of the highest
order, some of the Officers of the bureau
not licsitating to place him at the head of
the list of collectors for administrative abili-
ty. He has collected the revenue in his dis-
tict more closely than it has been collected
in any other district in the Union. He de-
livered the oration at the meeting of the
Army of the Tennessee in Chicago in De-
ceiiibei' last, and the officers who scrved'in
the western army are much gratified at the
appointment. '
Barnum.
The following is an extract from the forth
coming autibiogmpliy of the retired Show
man:
.Aboul the tii‘stof.luly,if+1-2 I be
novelti‘ni,
‘lll to make
iiiional
zll‘i'illlgClllL‘lllE f1)? CHII'E'.
pei'ibi'lililiccs, a large amount on
vcr mg, and an uni-door dis . _
“GlOiiou-s Fourth.” L1 ‘nv part-301 r d bills
were ordered, tl'anspal'cmfirs wcr'e prepared
the free band of music vans augmented by a
trumpeter, and columns of advertisements,
headed with large capitals, were written and
pill. on file. ‘
I wanted to run out a string of American
flags across the street on that day, for I
knew there would be thousands of people
passing the Museum with leisure and pocket
money, and I felt confident that an unusual
display of national, flags would arrest their
patriotic attention, and bring many of them
within my walls. Unfortunately for my
purpose, St. Paul‘s Church stood direct-
ly opposite, and there was nothing to
which I could attach my flag-rope, unless it
might be one of the trees in the church-yard.
I went to the vcatrymeii for permission to so
attach my flag rope on the Fourth of July,
and they were indignant at what they called
my “insulting proposition"; such a conces-
sion would be “sacriiege.” I plied them
with arguments, and appealed to their patri-
otisni, but in vain. -
Returning to the Museum I gave orders to
have the string of flags made ready, with di-
rections at daylight on the Fodrth of July to
attach one end of the rope to one of the third
story windows of the Museum, and the other
end to a tree in St Paul’s churchyard. The
great day arrived, and my orders were strict-
ly followed. The flags attracted great at-
tention, and before nine o’clock I have no
doubt that hundreds of additional visitors
drawn by this display into the Musem. By
half-past nine Broadway was thronged, and
about that time two gentlemen in a high
state of excitement rushed into my office,
announcing themselves as injured and in:
suited veslrymen of St. Paul’s Church.
“Keep cool, gentlemen,” said I, “I guess
it is all right.”
“Right 1” indignantly exclaimed one of
them, “110' you think it is right to attach
your Museum to our Church ? We will
show you what is ‘right’ and what is law, if
we live till to-morrow; those flags must
come down instantly,”
“Thank you,” I said, “but let us not be in
.n hurry. I will go out with you and look
at them; and I guess we can make it all
right." .
Going into the sireetI remarked; “Really
gentlemen, these flags look very beautiful;
they do not injure your tree; I always stop
my balcony music for your accommodation
whenever you hold week—day services, and
it is but fair that you should return the
favor.” .
“We could indict your ‘music,’ as you call
it, as a. nuisance, if we chose," answered one
vestryinan, “and now I tell you that if these
flags are not taken down in ten minutes,I
will cut them down,”
1115 indignation was at the boiling point.
The crowd in the street was dense, and the
angry gesticulation of the vestryman attract-
ed their attention. I saw there was'no use
in tryinglte parley with him or coax him,
and so, assuming an angry air, I rolled up
my sleeves, and exclaimed in aloud tone,—
“Weli, Mister I should like to see you
dare to cut down the American flag on the
Fourth of July; yell must be a ‘Britisher’ to
make such a threat as that; but I’ll Show
you a thousand pairs of Yankee bands in
two minutes, if. you dare to attempt to take
down the stars and stripes on this great
birth-day of American freedom 1" '
“What’s that John Bull a—ssying,” asked
a brawny fellow, placing himself in front of
the irate vestryman; “Look here, old fel-
low,” lie cor tinned, “if youwant to save a.
whole bone in your body, you had better
slope, and never dare to talk again about
hauling down the American flag in the city
of New Yor 1” .
Throngs of excited, exasperated men
crowded around, and the vestryman, seeing
the effect of my ruse, smiled faintly and
said: “Oil, of course it is all right,” and he
and his companion quietly edged out of the
crowd. The flags remained up all night.
The next morning I sought the vanquished
veslrymeu and obtained formal permission
to make this use of the tree on following
holidays, in consideration of my willingness
to arrest the dolct‘ul strains of my discordant
balcony band whenever services were held
on week days in the church.
A CURIOUS PLAYER—In the state of
Ohio there resided a filmily consisting of an
old man bytlie name of Beaver, and his
three sons,all of whom were hard “pets,”
who had often laughed to scorn the advice
and entrcutics of a pious though very eccen-
tric minister, who resided in the same town.
It happened that one of the boys was bitten
by a rattlesnake and was expected to die,
when the minister was sent for in great
haste. Oil his arrival be found the young
man very penitcnt and anxious lobe prayed
with. The minister, calling on the family,
kneelcd down and prayed in this wise -—“O
Lord, we thank thee for l‘atllcsnakcs; we '
thank thee because a rattlesnake has bitten
Jim. W's pray thee send a rattlesnake to
bile John; send one [to bite Bill; and, O
Lord, send the biggest kind of a rattlesnake
:o bile be old man, for nothing but rattle—
snakes will ever bring the Beaver family to
repentance i”
2““"""”‘?‘=‘.“".’"“:-3€
Last Thursday week the directors of the
l’oI-‘Lclncsler and Ridgciicld railroad held a
liner-ling; at Long ' lidge, ili this State, when.
the report of the engineer, together with
his profiles and maps of the proposed road,
were excepted and approved. According to
lwill be twellty-tlirte
miles ionig,:1nd 11.: .. ‘l'ui'f-sl ”Vill‘lletllloll from
:1. directline will not exceed half u.._mile.
The present estimates are css by $40,000.
than the sum indicated by the preliminary
surveyors. .
—'1‘he Litcllfzcld wife pnisoner, Wm. H.
Green, on his Second trial last week, was
found guilty of liilll'dcr unaltscnlcnccd to
Slat-9‘s 1.1'15011 for life. R ,
—--Tlic Baldwin House, at Lake Mahopac,
was burned Tuesday night: 'Loss about t;
-r
in.- survcys, the re.
$50,000. Lightly Insured. .
Norwalk Chronicler