.24 v. .i‘ i L (‘4 A . '1-~- 1.. in L., a. .~‘.—. ’5. g l A - ' «.v- 'Pi'i ,4... Norwalk Gazette. Tuesday, December 19th, 1876. \P- Edltoriul Correspondence. _ ”WASHINGTON, D. 0., Dec. 10th, 1276. ‘ DEAn'Giizxmn—The proposition of Sena- tor Edmonds to empower the U. S. Supreme Court to canvass, decide upon and declare the electoral votes for President in lieu of - Congress, was almost ignominiously defeated when it reached a vote in the Senate. The democrats voted against it both because they were afraid to risk it on general grounds and specificially because all but two of the Sn- prcme Court Judges are Republican. They may have had other and latent reasons but these mentioned are the excuses publicly avowed. Many Republicans were averse to the measure; on the ground that our candi- date is legally elected, has the legal number of electoral votes, and it' is idle to arbitrate a case rightfully and certainly yours already. Nevertheless, there is a feeling among the more conservative Congressmen of both par- ties, that good might result to the country if some plan could be mutually fixed upon, that would command the respect and confidence of the whole American people, and by the decision of which both parties should bind themselves to agree to the inauguration of whichever candidate such Board or Commis- sion should upon full examination decree to be entitled to the place. The trouble with this idea is that no three pub men can he found to agree as to what would or could constitute such a tribunal of ultimate refer- ence. - It has leaked out here in newspaper circles and is quite largely credited, that the plan of the Hewitt wing of the democracy is fore- shadowed by the :"arce they have already en- couraged and approved of a dual inaugura- tion of Governors in South Carolina, and that it is their intention of going through the form of inaugurating Tilden in the city of New York, while Gov. Hayes is being inaug rated here, on the 4th of March next. This plan implies a surrender of all their boastéd hopes of finding such a state of Republican frauds in Louisiana as shall convince our con- gressional representatives on the inaugura- tion committees that the electoral vote‘ of that State should be rightfully cast for Til- den. ' , ' Never were drowning men so at their wit’s ends, or so ready and eager to grasp at any expedient, however‘ illegal or mendacious, that will win them success. Meantime this threatened turmoil and open avowals of defi- ance of all the forms of law on the part of the mad-caps of that party, keeps up a most gratifying and profitable supply of sensation- al matter for the “independent press,” and'so far stimulates the idle, vicious and criminal classes in our great cities, as to cause very serious apprehensions to the timid, and cer- tainly to paralyze all the material and busi- ness interests and prosperities that the people of this great and powerful nation ought now to be enjoying. The demands of our oppo- nents is simply, “We must win when we get a majority, and the Republicans must sur- render, as well when we come at all near to a majority.” But should the wickedness of the extremest of that party override, as it seems possible it may, the wisest and cooler of its best men, both liberty and property would be put in the direst peril. These mal- contents, now trying to foment treason and open rebellion again, would rejoice at noth- ing so much as to see this grand fabric of free government overthrown and the' chaos of Mexico inaugurated in its stead. This sad condition of things we must look squarely in the face. It is of a gravity rising far above party or individual interests or advantages, for what would any interest be wortli,nation- al or individual, if this basest element of- our population is permitted unbridled license and domination. ,We had a fair specimen of it when New York City was given over to those whom Governor Seymour hailed as his “friends." The civilized world stood aghast at the atrocities of these maddened forces of democracy, when rioting in unrestraied fury through the Empire city of the American continent. Let all the people reverently thank the God of nations, that ULvssns S. GRANT and not James Buchanan now holds the reins of government in his keeping and will execute the laws, as he understands them, and in full compliance with his oath, unawed by any human power, however Sa- tanic or threatening. The President’s Message sent to Congress in compliance with a censorious resolution of inquiry as to why he had dared send troops into the “soverign state of Virginia,” did not placate the ill-temper of the democratic ,side of either House, to any considrable extent His closing paragraph is so bluntly and spir- itedly illustrative of the man that we append it as worthy of a special reading. It is well understood that the presence of United States troops at polling places never prevented the free exercise of the franchise by any citizen of whatever political faith. If, then, they have had any effect whatever upon the ballot cast, it has been to insure protection to the citizen casting it, in giving it to the candidate of his unbiased choice, without fear, and thus securing the very es- sence of liberty. It may be the presence of twenty-four United States soldiers under the command of a captain and lieutenant, quar- tered in the custom—house at Petersburgli, Virginia, on the 7th of November, at a con- siderable distance from any polling-place, without any interference on their part what- ever, and without going near the polls during the election, may haoe seemed a defirent re sultfrom what would have been obtained if they had not been there (to maintain the peace in case of riot,) on the face of the returns. But if such is the case it is only proof that in this one congressional district, in the State of Virginia, the legal and constitutional vo- ters have been able to return as elected the candidate of their choice. U. S. GRANT. Executive Mansion, December 14, 1876. The Senate originated and passed an ap- propriation bill to cover the cost of engrav- ing a picture of the late Representative H. H: Starkweather. His memorial eulogies are all printed and await the portrait to be bound up. The House very unconsciously passed the bill, although it violated the strict constitutional grounds the democrats there so valiantly defended all last session. As it will take some six week to execute the engraving, the book will not be ready for distribution much before the 4th of March next. Lieut. L. W. Kervan, of the old 5th Conn Vols., has founded a beautiful town on the St. John’s river, a few miles above Palatki, , in Putnam County, Florida, and christened his hamlet and post office Nomoalk. Proctor Knott talks a good deal about re- viving the Blaine investigation now that his adversary can’t hunt him any more on the floor of the House. But his friends seem deter- mined to hold him as he so plainly solicits them to do. “If I can’t whip him,” said the irate school boy, “I can make faces at his sister through the cracks of the fence.” The pension appropriation bill has passed, but the last House so completely crippled that office by cutting off its needed help, that we fear, the maimed soldier and the sol- dier’s widows and orphans will have to wait many weary months before they can receive the money thus appropriated, The memorials of Senator Ferry are ready to send out, and we shall be glad to mail a copy to ~any one sending us a postal card with their address. As ever, yours, B. Town Meeting Day. The annual meeting for the rendering of official Reports, laying of taxes, making ap- propriations for highways, etc., is to be held on Wednesday afternoon, commencing at one o’clock. All interested in town affairs, and those desiring to see the manner in which such meetings are conducted in these en- lightened days will do well to attend. 32:: Mr. Herbert L. Uhle and family arrived safely at Port Royal, after a prolo ed and tempestuous voyage. The gale wfi- came up on the evening of their depa from New York was the severest ever experienced by that line of steamers. Upon their arrival at Port Royal the sun was shining bright, and the atmosphere was very mild and pleas- 3M. Our Next Issue. As next Monday is-Christmas, our next issue will not be printed until Tuesday. The Christmas Holidays are upon us, and “Merry Christmas" greetings will be heard on every side before our ucxtissuc. our readers desiring to know “what to buy and where to buy,” are referred to our advertis- ing columns for information. The men who are enterprizing enough to collect together tempting stocks of goods for Holiday presents are also the ones who advertise. The President of the Western Union Tele- graph Company has refused to deliver to the Congressional investigating committee files of telegrams sent over his line. He deserves the thanks of the Nation. If telegrams are to be kept on file, and delivered to investigating committees, or anybody else, the telegraph will soon deservedly die a natural death. Monday was a cold water day. ___._._ —-— + . .>+ Santa Claus is coming with a hop, skip and a jump. — ~ , .—-§o+————r— Past Master Camp 1 Sunday night I. 103; pounds, boy ! 1.. --— ->—-—O Qr- *_._...._.._ The public schools will close next Friday for the Holiday vacation. .. -—«—-+«o>+—— Gold—“ heavy to get and light to hold,” continues at a very low premium. __._..._..___._.. Street navigation was extremely dangerous yesterday, the rain freezing as it fell. —-———.—<.v—.————— The Commonwealth, the Prohibition paper, has suspended for want of patronage. — 0—4.» If you want flowers for the Holidays call on Peter Guigiie, our popular Florist. -‘—-———.-¢.‘ Wm An ice-jam at St. Louis caused a loss of $250,000 in jammed Steamboats, last week. ~—-————#<o>—o————— The Washburn troupe played to a fair house, at Music Hall, city, last Friday even- ing. mo—...—.———- Rev. Mr. Hamilton exchanged with Rev. Charles R. Palmer, of Bridgeport, on Sun- day last. w«.y«.——-—_ As we go to press it is snowing hard, and there is fine prospects of good sleighing for Christmas “*4.”— Mr. Horace G. Hyatt, at his residence, Spring Street, city does allmanncr of jobbing in wood work. , ————o«0~+————-— John Lane, of Southport, on a visit to his mother, was one of the victims of the Brook- lyn theatre disaster. .s—o—o——-—- Another severe North-west gale set in Sat- urday morning, and was followed by a cold snap, with little snow. .H—‘—- The new paper is to be called the Eagle, instead of Star, and the first number is announced for Wednesday. .4.’ The Norwalk Savings Bank will I ay de- positors six per cent. interest on deposits for the past six months. as usual. -—.‘4°r—.~— The Presidential salute of 185 guns. fired by the Republicans of Stamford, on Thurs- day, was distinctly heard in this place. 0 We are indebted to Supt, Cotter for a. full and complete official Catalogue of exhibits in the English department of the Centennial. ' o The annual meeting of the Stockholders of the Fairfield County Agricultural Society takes place at Lockwood’s Hall, tomorrow. ——.—¢. The next monthly meeting of the Teacher‘s Association will be held in the O. R. District school building, on Monday evening, Jan. 8th. . The fact that Edwin Booth is a. rich man again will hardly be consoling to his late creditors who “compromised" at a low rate. ' +40%— The monthly Sociable of the Pioneer H. (o L. Co. will be held in‘ their rooms this even- ing. Cards of invitation are out to a limited number of friends. 0"..— A school exhibition is to be given at the Over Rivcr District School house"? on Friday evening next. The Holiday vacation com- menecs on that day. .9 Mail subscribers and news agents were mi- nus their Ncw York dailies last Tuesday. No great disturbance was created by their non-arrival, however. . ~~—*-——-+<.>+——-——- Even thé conservative Nation concedes that “on the face of the returns" Hayes has been elected, having received the requisite number of elctoral votes. -———-—+<.>+-————__ Now the newspapers will proceed to fix up a cabinet and make out a policy for Presi- dent-elect Hayes. The number of dictators in editorial chairs is unlimited. ——-—-—+fi.>—‘—v———-— John Grant, a colored man employed by Meeker Brothers, had all of the fingers on one hand cut off by a buzz saw, while en- gaged in sawing wood, yesterday. 0 Is not Mr. Tilden’s “uncommon anxiety” fast running into Mr. Greeley’s mild form of insanity? If this continues, Mr. Tilden will die after l-Iaycs’ inauguration~ sooner or later. ' ”-0. ‘0» —O-———— a Harper’s Bazar, in a “personal” article on lecturers, readers, &c., says that Miss Helen Potter made $10,000 last season by her Read- ings and Personations. We hope the report is true. o A petition is in circulation asking the Sc- lectmen to close all barber and segar shops on Sundays. All the best barbers have signed the petition, and hope that it will be granted. o Borough Tax Collector, C. T. Weeks, an- nounces that he has settled up with the Bor- ough, and must close up his list immediately. He urges all indebted to pay at once and save legal expenses. -———-O-—<. W—fi President Grant intends to sail for Cuba, in March, after Haycs‘ inauguration, and will subsequently visit Europe. He will certain- ly. be entitled to a vacation after his long public service. —-—-—-—-—.—4.o—.-———_ The annual meeting of the Borough Fire Department for the nomination of Chief-Em gineer and Assistants, is called for to-mor- row (Wednesday) evening. at the Truck House, at 8 o'clock. Ow.— Now that General Hewley has got through with the Centennial glorification, he proposes to settle down and resume his duties as edit- or of the Hartford C'ourant. The paper will publish full legislative returns this winter, as usual. - Q How they multiply! Stamford also has a new paper, called “The Postal Card,” edited and published by J. Meade Warren. It is neatly printed on tinted paper, and dc- voted to local ziffairs. l‘rice two cents and of size to correspond. .. «.._.-...._._._ Mr. L. Dibble, Jr., the enterprising city grocer is going to stick to hard cash in future. In order to sell at cash prices he finds it necessary to rcqurc cash payments, and he is right. He believes in lively business, and keeps on “pushing things." 0 An examination of Norwalk’s Town Hall convinces us that it is perfectly safe in case of fire—especially if both front doors are un- locked. The doors, however, should swing out, and a couple of exits cut in the rear would be all the changes that could be desir- ed in the way of safety. CITY NEWS. BY OUR LOCAL REPORTERS. Mr. Charles Dickerman, of New Haven, who died a short time since in Montgomery, Ala, from injuries received from the kick of a horse, was not related to the family of that name in our city, as many supposed. Mr. Dickerman was well known here by many of our residents, especially by those who attend- ed our County Fairs, and were in any way interested in good horses. It is said Mr. Dickerman could draw the ribbons behind a good team, as well as the best. Speaking of Macadamizing the streets of our city and borough and inspecting the work as it progresses on either end of West Avenue, we honestly think the city has the best of it, as Theodore Knapp has thus far done a good job in that way by depositing oyster shells on the street, free of charge. On Wednesday evening, after the perform- ance at Music Hall, and while many of the audience were yet on South Main street, a horse dashed furiously around the corner from’ Washington street, having in tow a part of a carriage. Our Mayor was first to discover the runaway, and blowing his whistle for the Police attracted the attention of the parties homeward bound, just in time to escape danger, as the horse took the side- walk from Haviland street. The chief of police responded to the call, and finding the lines dragging on the ground, caught them and soon brought the runaway to a halt. belonged to a party in Westport, who had attended the entertainment in Music Hall, and in returning toward home in the dark- ness which is always visible at the West end of the carriage bridge, collided with Becker's . fence post, which caused the damage. Concerts, festivals, charades, parties, and masquerades are to be frequent, from now until New Years. The various churches are not to be outdone. Christmas Eve is to be celebrated on Sunday evening next in the Congregational church by appropriate cere- monies, also in the Methodist and Baptist churches. Trinity chapel will a‘so be attrac- tive, by reason of its Christmas dress, and appropriate service. Our board of councilmen held an informal meeting on Monday evening of lastwcek, for the want of a quorum. It proved to be the best meeting of any for the last six months. Important questions were asked, and answer- ed. Maps and record referred to, and a more thorough. understanding had upon many important and intricate subjects, than would have been obtained at a regular ses- sion. The matter of streets. formed a large part of the discussion, and on this point much of the minutencss of the law was ex. plained, and is now better understood. The lecture given by Rev. Mr. Gallaher, at the Congregational church, city, last Mon- day evening, was one of the best of the sea- son. The lecturer is invariably entertaining, and has few equals on the lnctnre platform. The attendance was quite large. After the lecture the audience was entertained by Prof. Daniels with music on the new piano. A concert was announced for last evening, at the some place, and under the same auspices. The lecture of Hon. A. B. Meaeham on the religion of the red man, Sunday evening, in the Methodist church, was well attended. The subject was presented in a very pleasing and forcible manner, and was listened to attentively. A collection was taken to aid in the work of evangilizing the Red men. The amount received being less than the Pastor of the church thought it ought to be, another collection was taken, making up full measure and running over. The Congregational Sunday School are preparing for an entertainment to be given in Loekwood’s Hall Jan, 4th, and 5th, simi— lar in character to those given by Prof. Cromwell. The first night will be devoted to Centennial scenes, and the second evening to Italy. These entertainments, it is claimed, are fully equal to those given by Prof. Crom- well, and some critics think superior. fi The anniversary services on the death of the late lamented Rev. P. A. Smith, were held on Thursday last at St. Mary’s church. Rev. P. A. Murphy, of New Haven, Father Sinnott, of Bridgeport, Father Lawlor, of Danbnry, and several other Reverent Clergy of the Diocese were present on the occasion, and participated in the exercises. A memo- rial tablet in memory of Father Smith and other priests formerly connected with the Society, has recently been erected in the church. On Thursday evening, Father O’Dwyer gave a party to some of the ladies and gentle- men of his congregation, at the parsonage. It is spoken of as one of the best of the Season. The democracy seem to get tripped up on all of their little Presidential dodges. Take the attempt to steal the one necessary vote in Oregon, as the latest instance. If the one vote in that State 2's given to Tilden, then one vote in New Jersey must be thrown out un- der the same ruling, leaving the same result as before. In New Jersey a protest was en- tered against a democratic elector as being ineligible, be holding the position of U. S. Commissioner. He resigned, was re-cleeled and voted for Tilden, the case being precisely the same as in Oregon. Now, what dodge will Mr. Tilden, in his “uncommon anxiety" try next ? The Governor’s St’afl‘. ens. oouon To an ouimrsnuasrsn GENERAL. Much interest has lately been manifested in Military circles in regard to the staff ap- pointments likely to be made by Gov. elect Hubbard. An attempt was made to induce him to re-appoint all of Gov. Ingersoll’s staff, but it seems that the Gov. has a mind of his own, and proposes to please himself. He will have a new deal throughout. He an- nounces the following appointments : Adjutant-General — General "William B. Franklin, of Hartford. Quartermaster General—General Darius N. Couch of Norwalk. Paymaste'r-General— Cononel Edward E. Bradley of New Haven. Aides-deCamp—Harlan P. Harris of Salis- bury, Georgc Warren, 2nd, of Putnam. The selections for surgeon-general, com- missary-general, and two more aides are not yet announced. Mr. Geo. B. Bunnell, well known in this vicinity, as a showman, has started “The New American Museum” at 105 Bowery, N. Y. It is apparently modeled after Barnum’s old Museum, and evidently the Prince of showman is helping the new enterprise along with advice and influence. ————~.—1.>+-——— Mr. M. S. Tracy, who has taught the Broad River School the past term, has re- signed, and proposes leaving fer Florida next month, where he will spend the winter, and possibly engagetin permanent business. Mr. Arthur E. Howard of Willimantic, a re- cent graduate of the State Normal School, has been engaged as Mr. Tracy’s successor, and will take charge of the school at the commencement of the new term, after the Holiday vacation. ———-o-o—o———-———— The second Concert by the Young Apollo Club was given at the Opera House, (ll. Thursday evening last. While the attend- ance was fair, it was not sufficient to encour- age the managers in their efforts to provide good entertainments for our people. The singing was very pleasing, and the concert cveryway satisfactory. ——-———-——.—‘. Mr. George Colycr, an old resident of New York, but who lived in Norwalk, on Union Park, for several years, died in New York, on Tuesday last. He was a brother of Hon. Vincent Colycr, of Dorian. o Arrorsraiaxr.——Mr, John Cotter has re- ceived from Gov. Ingersoll the appointment of State Inspector of Steam boilers for the Fourth Congressional District, nice Church. We have no doubt but that Mr. Cotter will prove a competent. efficient and popular Inspector. He, Masonic. The following named gentlemen are the duly elected officers of Washington Chapter, No. 24, Royal Arch Masons, for the ensuing term. W. A. Sammis, H. P. ;‘Edwin Hoyt, K. ; A. C. Golding, S. ; Asa. Smith, Trees; Jacob Turk, Sec. ; G. Ward Selleck, C. of H; Mark Harris, P. 5.; Wallace Dann, R. A. 0.; Robert N. Perry, 3d V.; T. B. Lock- wood, 2d V.; John Monsou, Ist V.; David M. Lane, Tyler. . The following are the newly elected officers of Butler Chapter, No. 38, R. A. M , of So. Norwalk: R. M. Wilcox, H. P. ; George W5, Smith, 2d, K.: William S. Reed, 8.; John E. Smith, Tress; Theo. Wilcox, Sec; Wm. H. Raymond, C. of H. ; Thad. (layer, P. 8.; H. D. Fox, R. A. C. ; Peter Decker, 3d V. ; George Wells, 2d V. ; Sam Comstock, Ist V; Win. Goodwin, Tyler. The annual election of ofiiccrs of St. John’s Lodge, F. A. M., is to take place, we under- stand, on Thursday evening. A good at- tendancc of the brethren of the mystic tie is hoped for. The annual installation of officers of St. John’s Lodge, No. 6, F. d: A. ML, and of Clinton Commandery, Knights Templar, will take place at St. John’s Hall, on Wednesday evening, 27th inst. Arrangements are being made for an entertainment of unusual inter- est, and a limited number of invitations to friends of the order will be issued. The Centennial Buckeye Cook Book. The most complete guide to the house- keeper, experienccd or inexperienced, that has yet been published comes to us from the West under the title of the Centennial Buck- eye Cook Book. It contains over 1000 new receipts, with instructions in detail so plain that the most inexperienced girl would have no difficulty in following them. Each one is from an experienced housekeeper and is vouched for as thoroughly‘tested. The recipes arranged alphabetically according to an admirable system, so that the book is convenient for use. Each department is preceded by such clear, concise and full instructions made up from the best experience of hundreds of housekeepers compiled with the greatest care. These departments in- clude bread and cake making, marketing meats, fowls, fish, vegetables and fruits, carving, cookingr every wholesome and desirable article of food, directions for wash- ing, ironing, house-cleaning, house-keeping and the care of a house. Hints forthc kitchen, hints for the sick room, the care of flowers, orchard, farm, and hundreds of medical and miscellaneous recipes of great value. The book contains 400 pages, is print- ed elegantly on tinted paper, and substan- tially and handsomely bound. It is sold only by subscription, at a low price. Miss Anna A. Wilcox is the agent for this vicinity, and will soon present the claims of the book in person. -——-—-.—‘.r—-.-——-——- ' 1&3“ All the late style of Hats at Comstock Brothers. + Lectures on the Indians. l-Ion. A. B. Meacham, of Oregon, Ex- Supcrintcndant of Indian Affairs and widely known in connection with the Modoc war as President of the Peace Commission, will deliver his thrilling lecture on the Modoc War, and the Tragedy of the Lava Beds, in the Congregational Church, on Tuesday even- ing, at 8 o‘clock. No charge for admission, and all are invited. Col. Meacham gives this lecture in the M. E. Church at So. Norwalk, on Wednesday evening. Admission free. . It will be remembered that the Col. was with Gen. Canby, and Dr. Thomas, when they were assassinated by Capt. Jack, and his band in the Lava Beds, April 11th, 1873, and that he was left for dead, but survived, although riddled with bullets, and partly scalped. His lecture is drown from his own thrilling experience, and is said to be elo- quent and graphic to, the last degree, as well as highly instructive. Col. Meacham is a man of national fame, as an officer, and lecturer, and we bespeak for him a large audience. ___ ...._._.1._c.....-_' @‘ An elegant assortment of Neck-wear at Comstock Bros. _.___;__.__. '3' Christmas and New Year presents. at J. M. Potter’s Music Store, Wall street. Pianos, Organs, Melodeons, Violins, Guitars, Banjos, Flutes, Fifes, Drums, Sheet Music, Piano Stools, Spreads, and everything in the musical line. Give him a call and be happy. __.__.__ Useful Holiday Presents, at Harlem dgCo’s. . —.___ Notwithstanding the cry of “hard times,” old Santa Claus will be expected around as usual by the children theznight before Christ- mas. A glanee into the well-filled store of Lewis J. Curtis, Main street, would seem to indicate that to be one of St. Nick’s inex- haustible depots of supplies, as he has toys innumerable of every conceivable size, price and description. There are toys to the right of you. toys to the left of you, toys in front of you, and toys all around you, of paper, wood, tin, iron, brass; such as dolls with dresses, furniture, etc, books, games, skates, sleds, mechanical dancing figures, tea sets, military toys, writing cases, comb boxes and boxes, etc., in fact “too numerous to men- tion.” Call and see for yourselves. ' . ——.—¢O IFS“ Comstock Bros. have the most com plete stock of Gents underwear in town. ._.__.._~.__._ Miss Sella F. Brown. This popular young actress and reciter, upon the personal recommendations of the manager of the Redpath Lyceum Bureau 'of Boston,has been arranged with for the lecture entertainment to be given on Wednesday evening, Dec. 20th. The Boston papers speak in the most flattering terms of her abilities, which it is claimed have invariably excited the utmost admiration wherever they have been displayed. The very popular price of 25 cents has been fixed upon as the admis- sion for the evening. This old time price should draw a good house. 9 Messrs. Dick 6r. Fitzgerald, the well-known New York publishers, send us three little volumes, as follows: “How to Learn the Sense of 3,000 French words in One Hour," a. lesson by a graduate of a French University; 60 pages, paper covers. “Frost's Dramatic ‘Proverbs and Charades,” a collection of original proverbs and charades for dramatic performance, tablaux vivants, &c , by S. A. Frost, 176 pages; paper covers. “Dick’s Recitations and Readings, No. 2,” contain- ing varied selections especially designed for recitation or reading; 182 pages, paper covers. We presume they can be had at the Book stores or News Agencies. ..—.——-—- (a? Comstock Bros. stock of Clothing for the winter trade is now complctcand at prices which cannot fail to give satisfaction. ___._..___. Useful Holiday Presents, at Harlem & 00’s. is __4_.__ IfifGo to W. H. Swords’, at the railroad “crossing, South Norwalk, for your best, fine fitting dress-suit of clothes. . tf __—.__. @Fall Overcoats at Comstock Bros. .___..—_ Tris was wrrirour Porsox.—The New YORK Onsnnvsu claims to publish the best family nazoepaper, and repudiates all unsound or objectionable teaching. Even its adver- tising columsare free from all quackery and dangerous advertisements ; and the whole paper, both in its religious and its secular department, is filled with pure and entertain- ing reading. While we commend the posi- tion of the OBSEnvnn in this matter, we also endorse it as one of the most desirable peri- odicals for any household, The price, $3.15 a year post-paid, can hardly be made to re- turn as much good. spent in any other way. S. 1. Prime 8.7 Co , 37 Park Row, New York. 0 1335“ The most complete assortment of boys school suits ever exhibited in the town of Norwalk, at. Comstock Bros. _ _ . __.___. Useful Holiday Presents, at Harlem A: Co's. -—.+——-—— Q‘ kas and Traveling Bags, at Com- stock Bros. The Fellowship Meeting in Wilton... The neighboring chufehes associated in this movpmen‘t for the promotion of Chris- tin! fellowship, werelfairly represented in the attendance at Wilton, on Thursday last, with the single exception of Ridgebury. After a preparatory service of singing and three successive prayers, a semen was preached by Rev. J. A. Hamilton of Nor- walk, from John 10:14; “I am the Good Shepherd and know my Sheep and am known of mine." In his introduction, the speaker alluded to the fondness of the early Christians for this figure, as shown by the frequent representation upon the tombs in the Catacombs of Rome, of Christ as a Shop herd with staff in hand and two lambs on Hisshoulder or in His arms ; and then by a beautiful description of the Oriental Shep- herd, in his care for his flock, as he calls them by name and leads them forth and watches over them with sleepless vigilance, be illustrated the tender care of Christ for all His followers, extending to a personal knowledge of every individual. The discourse was plain and simple, and yet, full of interestingand suggestiive thought for the instruction and admonition, and con- solation of every believing soul. During the intermission, there was a sea- son of social intercourse in the adjoining Lecture room, where refreshments had been provided by the ladies. At 1:30 p. m., a Prayer and Conference meeting was held in the church, conducted by Rev. H. N. Dunning, of South Norwalk, who opened with the subject—“The need of the Holy Spirit in our churches, and How to secure His gracious influences,” with some appropriate remarks, and was followed by Rev. D. W. Teller of Ridgetield, in a tender and earnest strain; Rev. Mr. Hamilton on following the leading of the Spirit of God; Deacon Benedict of South Norwalk, and Mr. Henry Bundle of Norwalk. In the evening Rev. Dr. Sanderson' of Westport preached an excellent sermon from John 3: 30; “He must increase, but I must decrease.”——The great design and manifest effect of which was to humble the sinner and to exalt the Saviour. All the meetings were full. of interest and it is hoped will not be without permanent results. One brother ‘expressed his deep ‘ sense of the blessing he had received—a fresh impulse to live nearer to Christ and to be more diligent in His service. ‘ The next Fellowship meeting was appoint- ed at Westport, on Thursday, January 4th, 1877. Ig‘Comstock Bro’s stock—of white, and fancy dress Shirts is unequalled in the coun- try, and there price for the same is much be- low the regular retail price. __._.__.. 6' J. M. Potter has just received another lot of fine organs from J. Esteyd'. 00., Mason & Hamlin Organ. Co., and the celebrated New England Organ Co. Call and see them, they will please you. ___.__ Useful Holiday Presents, at Harlem & Co's. _.___ Norma—It is requested and desired that all the members of the Reform Mens’ Union will meet at the Ladies’ Temperance Rooms, on Friday evening, the 22d of Dec, at 8 o’clock, sharp. Per order of the President. ' ——.—«. WAlexander Kid Gloves in dark and light colors, at Comstock Bros. .._..____ W Wm. H. Swords, the Clothier,at South Norwalk, has in stock a choice lot of Broad- cloths, Cassimcres, &c., which he will make up to order at reasonable pfices. Try him. tf ____.._..__. The Ladies’ Temperance Union hereby ac- knowledge the reeeipt of a package of read- ing matter from W. B. E. Lockwood, Esq., and we solicit Books from the public for the reading room, connected with the Reform Union. Mas. HARLEM, Sec’y. @‘ Comstock Bros. are selling New York Mill Dress Shirts all made and laundried, for only $1.25. .__+_...__ Useful Holiday Présents, at Harlem & Co's. _+____. IS‘ The Grand Central Hotel, New York, leads in the popular demand for low prices. It has reduced its rates from $4 00 to $2 50 and $3 00 per day. @‘ Cardigan Jackets at Comstock Bros. _+____ Court of Burgesses. Regular .leeett'ng Friday Evening, .Dec. 15. Burgessés Price and Mr. J. T. Prowitt ap- pointment as auditors of Water Department account, ratified and bill of $10 voted to be paid. Voted an order an account for Water Commissioners for Treasurer’s salary for water fund fixed at $25 per year. ‘ Warden elect, Hyatt, sent in a written protest against discontinuing Lamp on Pros- pect Hill ; referred to Committee on Lamps and Gas, with power to act. . Clerk stated that Policemen had done ex- tra work this year in looking after Licenses and thought there ought to be a remuneration therefor ; voted that 10 per cent of the amount received from licenses be paid to the said policemen. ' Application of Donnelly & Co., for reduc- tion in price of stone yard on Water street ; no action taken. Walk of Mr. Adams on Beatty street, ac- cepted and approved, and a vote of thanks passed to Mr. Adams for extra work done on said street. On request of Chief Engineer Prowitt, the Fire Department was directed to pursue the course adopted last year in their nomination of Chief Engineer. > Mr . E. J. Hill asked about whose duty it was to see that entrances to our Churches Public Halls, &c., were properly constructed for the safe egress 0f the audience, in case of danger ; Clerk read State law on subject giving Borough authorities power in such matters. aReport of Borough Collector Weeks, read as follows : Whole amount of tax,$27,442.- 92 ; Abatements, $109.80 ; Paid Treasurer, $25,703.89 ; amount of penalties $309.93 paid into Treasury, 212.18 ; Balance due by Collector $1727, deducting -Collcctor’s per ccntage (03 per cent) 829,29 leaves balance due Borough of $897.71 ; Report accepted, and discharge of Collector form any further responsibility, &c., granted upon his handing in his check for the balance due and receipt for his salary. Voted that an ordcrbe drawn on the Treas- urer in favor of the Warden and Burgesses for their year’s salary; $25 for each member. Bill of Auditors of Borough account of $15 ordered paid. The map and profile for grade of walk,&c. on East Avenue, east side from ,Mr. J. A. Hoyt’s to Pension Lane was shown and adopted. Also a. profile of walk, west side of France street, North Avenue, and Knight street, shown and adopted. Also profile of walks on West and North side of Union Park shown and adopted. Also profile of walks, &c., of Spring Hill, from store of Thomas Clune to residence of D. H. Sterling, adopted. Mr. H. Fitch, Street Contractor, asked for extra mpensation for work done by him outside of his contract, caused by the freshets in the Spring; moved that $300 be paid him. Mr. Fitch claimed that he had ex- pended $000 threon and thought in justice he- ought to have it ; discussed and voted to pa him $300 for the same. Bills ordered Paid : C. W. Burritt, fire _dep’t supplies, $ 3 Michael Fitz Moms, sewer, 123 00 Board Registration, Borough election, 50 00 C Donnelle , cartage, 50 N. Y. City il Co., 011, 32 90 D. B.Moreliouse, carriage hire, 5 00 Gas Light 00., supplies, burners, &c., 25 70 75 O C. T. ieonard, supplies, &c., 48 25 Norwalk Gazette, adv. and printing, 42 50 Michael Murray. cross walk, 14 60 Geo. W. Cram, specifications, 5 00 John Carmody, cartage, 2 75 Charles E. Brown, Bailiff, 16 85 Edward Banks, surveyor, . 211 28 550 00 Holiday Amusements. On Christmas evening we are to have Uncle Tom’s Cabin again, this time at the Opera House. In the afternoon thn Compa- ny will give a matinee, playing that other .“old familiar" drama, “Ten nights in a Bar Room." For full particulars read the adv. On Thursday and Friday evenings the‘ Jeannette troupe of New York will give entertainments at Music Hall and Opera House. The managers promise very pleas- ing entertainments, and evidently are confi- dent of giving satisfaction or they would not give two performances in one town. See their adv. —._,. Almost a Collision. As the mail train came up from New York last night, the switch being turned for the Danbnry through car, a loc0motive came down the track and ran off the open switch The Danbnry car was stopped just in time to avoid a collision. Bombastcr Furitiso Hewitt has issued a proclamation to the democracy proclaiming the election of S. J. Tilden to the Presiden- cy. Hewitt is looking up, and will make a name iir himself if he keeps on. . --——-—-.-4. The annual supper given by our Methodist friends, last W'edncsday evening, was, as a matter of course, a success, and was repeat- ed thc next evening with good results. On the first evening especially, the attendance was large, and everybody present seemed de- lighted. The large room, occupying the entire second floor of Selleck Brothers fine new building, was decorated in a handsome manner, and proved well calculated for such entertainments. At one long table supper was served on the old plan, at fixed price, while smaller tables, presided over by mat- rons with powdered hair and ancient cos- tumes, were arranged around the room, from which guests were served from bills of fare. young ladies on costume, acting as waiters. A special noticeable table was that presided over by mothers Bunting sud Haulenbeck loaded down with substantials in the good old style. During the evening, the worthy pastor was called to the front, and placed face to face with himself. A large crayon portrait, executed by Miss Platt, handsomely framed, “surprised” him. He responded happily, however, to Mr. Haulenbeck’s flat- tering presentation speech. D’Artois pre- sided over his “celebrated,” and there was a table of ornamental articles for sale. Many people were present from the other churches, and were heartily welcomed, \Ve are desired to publicly return the thanks of the Society to Messrs. Selleck Brothers for the free use of the Hall ; to T. H. Morison, Esq., for the gas for illumina- ting ; to Messrs. Meeker Brothers for heating the room; to Miss Platt for her excellent crayon portrait; and the public generally for liberal patronage. A Stunning Lecture! The irrepressible “Mac,” who was full of check in infancy and one of the “great mas- ters” of it in this cheeky age, is coming to expatiate upon his favorite subject at the Opera House, next Saturday evening. There is no escape for us, the die is cast and he is coming—as he gravely informs us. We have never heard Mac lecture, but we know he can talk a living streak and is chock full of his subject, and if he cannot tell us the good of it, we don't know who can. Shades of Perkins and Morgan, give way to Mac! .p——.-——- 0%” A good heavy business suit only $8.75 at Comstock Bros. - .__._..__ Useful Holiday Presents, at Harlem 85 Co's. ___..__._-_ . ”@Fine Wallets for Gents and Ladies, at A. Selleck’s. __—+—- IE“ A full line of Fur Beaver Overcoats at Comstock Bros. ___._+____ @Paper of over forty-five different varie- ties, from 150 per box upward. A. Selleck. -——-‘——-~ . @' Comstock Brothers have the most com plete stock of Hats in Town. ____.____ ‘3" Bible and Prayer Books, A. Selleck. ____.__._- The New Jersey house tied, the senate democratic by one majority. A republican candidate for the house gives notice of con— test. If he gets his seat, the majority on joint ballot will be republican. .______._..._._._—_. Your life can be saved by Hours REMEDY. IIUNT’S REMEnr cures Dropsy and all Diseases of the Kidneys, Bladder, and Urinary Organs. Hundreds who have been given up by theirlphy‘i- clans to die, have been saved by HUNT’s REMEDY and are now with us as living witnesses of its val- ue. _. INFALIJALE Em Wxsn is the best made. SCIIENCIL’S MANDRAKE PILLS. Will be found to possess those qualities neces- sary to the total eradication of all billions attacks prompt to start the secretions of the liver, and give a healthy tone to the entire system. Indeed it is no ordinary discovery in medical science to have invented a remedy for these stubborn com- plaints, which develops all results produced by a heretofore free‘ise of calomel, a mineral justly dreaded by mankind. and acknowledged to be de- structive in the extreme to the humane System. That the properticsbfcertain vegetables comprise all the virtues of calomel without its injurious tendencies, is now an admittediact, rendered in- disputable by scientific researches; and those who use the Mandrake Plus will be fully satisfied that the best medicines are those provided by nature in the common roots and herbs of the fields. These p 115 open the bowels and correct all bil- lions dcrangements wrthout salivation or any of the injurious effects of calomel or other poisons. The secretion of bile is promoted by these pills- as will be seen by the altered color of the stools, and disappearing of the sallow complexion and cleansing of the tongue. Ample directions for use accompany each box of pills. Prepared only by J. II. Schenck A: Son, at their principal oflicc, corner Sixth and Arch Streets. Philadelphia, and for sale by all druggists and dealers. Price 25 cents per box. A VOICE FROM 'i‘iir: CEMETERY. One-fifth oi the graves in every cemetery are the lust homes of the ,victims of Consumption, and yet there is no dis— ease which terminates in consumption that may not be cured with Hale s Honeg of Horehound and Tar. Is not this a fact wort remembering ? Sold by all druggists. Pike's Toothiwhe Drops cure in one minute. Imltl VEGE'rixE meets with wonderful success in the cure or Cancer and Cuneorouqnumou. A Drownlng man will catch an antraw. If he catch it. it will do him no good. Thousand.- (J pco He, who have neglected colds and coughs until l. icy have become dangerous, will rush to every nostrum for relief. This is why so many experiments are tried by the sufferers. Go to your Drugifist, buy a bottle or WISTAB's Bansxu on Win) CHERRY, and use it with confidence. It will benefit at once and ultimately cure. 531'. is no straw. it is a cable, well-tried. hold on to it and be saved. _ 50 cents and 81 a bottle. Sold by all Draggists. A Wonderful Discovery. Our exchanges are filled with accounts _of‘ most wonderful cures effected by Di- Gacn’s “MEDI- CAL WONDER.” It is said to be the greatest Vital Izer yet discovered, giving buoyancy to the spir- its, elasticity to the step, and making the invalid hearty, courageous and stron .. It cures all .(IIS eases of the Liver. Stomach. 'idneys and Spine: Serolula and all Blood Diseases; cures Nervous Frustration and Weakness of either sex, Restor- ing Tone and Vigor to the whole system. Read the following cures :—- . Prof. II. A. Wilson, Sarntoga, N. Y., Widely known as Principal of one of our leading institu- tions of learnin . says that his wife has used the “Medical Won or” for a complication of diseases with the most happy effect. No other remedy ever touched the case like it. Dr. A. Dalton, Morrisvillc, N- Y. : sister in bed tvgo years with female and nervous diseases; cur- e Norman lliint. Sheds Corners, N 1’., wonderful cure of dyspepsia. and heart disease. _ Mrs. I. S. Appleton, Ilillsboro, N. 11., spinal dis- ease. Mrs. z. A. White, Sheds Corners. N. Y.. terrible Scrof'iila and kidney disease, ained 49 lbs. Geo. Haines, Oneida, curet of terrible catarrh If?“ No space to. 1000 other cures. we Ask your Druggist for “Medical Wonder,” and be cured. Sold in Norwalkb H. M. A: C. S. PROWI'I‘T.‘ Wholesale by J. F. enry, Curran is 00., N. Y u'invous DEBIIITI. Viral w eakness or depression 5 a weak exhausted feeling. no energy. or courage, the re- sult of mental over-work, Indentation- ol' excel-en, or some drain upon the system, is always cured by IIIIMI'IIIIEY'S II DMEBPAIIIIG SPEGIIIB, Ill. 28. 1t tones up and invigorates the system, dispels the gloom and despondency, imparts strength and cncrgy,—-stops the drain and rejiivenates the entire man. Been used twenty years with perfect success by thousands. Sold by dealers. Price 81.00 per single vial, or $5.00 per package or five vials, and $2 vial of powder. Sent by mail on receipt of price. Address BUMPE- REY’S ROMEOPA'I‘IIIO MEDICINE J. F. Foote, clerk, attorney, &c, (70.. 501 BROADWAY, NEW MK. lylS , A cm. To all who arr lllfl'eflng fromjths errors and. In absorptions of ”youth. nervous weakness. early do. cay.'loss of manhood, to" I will send a recipe that wiiihure you, FREE or errands. This’grcat remedy was discovered by a missionary in South \merica. Send a self-addressed envelope to the REV." J OSEPII '1‘. Ixuax, Slalio'n D, Bible Room, New York City. Am“ —i. MARRIED. \I\l\f\’\l\l'\l'\.A l‘\N\/\M/\ I In South Norwalk, at the Episcopal Rectory. Oct. 29, b Rev. Mr. Ilatterson. of Bethe]. Mr. Chas. Don on, to Mrs. Caroline 1’. Cockcfur, both DIED. '\ AA‘MAAAMWMIW\AF In Norwalk. Dec. 13. A nnie M.. daughter of R0- ger-t S. Hiibbcll, aged 5 years, 7 months and 11 ays. InNoi-walk. Dec. 12,Wm. A . Miller, aged 3 years ll months and 8 days. In Norwalk, Dcc.13t1i. David B. Mather, aged 59 years, 1 month. '28 days. ' 1n Westport, Dec. 14. Elizabeth Flynn, aged 4 years, 10 months and days. In New York, Dec. 12th.Gcni-p:e Colycr. recently a resident of N orwalk, in the 66th year of his age. In Falrfleld Dec. 9th. Emma, Wife of T. F. Por- ter. of Savannah, Georgia. In Bridgeport. Dec. 9th, Frances. widow of the 'ate E. A. Parrott, aged 74 years. Dec. 11, Thomas G. Watkins. aged 56 years. In Stratf‘ord, Dec. 11th. Mary, wife of Asa Scy- inour Curtis, aged 61 years. To Let. TIIE Ilousc opposite the Episcopal Church, lately occupied by Miss Jarvis. Apply to J. W. MCLEAN, M. D. 0' GA"! SIRE“, for sale 'a‘ very desirable BUILDING Lil'l‘ Also, several ver pleas- mtlysifuatcd at the Rocks. Applyto G ORGE R’ CHOLWELL. 381:1 THE NORWALK EAGLE, Will he issued next WEDNESDAY MORNING, Dec. 20, 1876. omce In Lockwaod’u Building, (oppo- site Home Car Depot.) Advertisers will please bring in their advertise- ments as soon as possible. 1t'51 Notice. 1N conformity to statute law, notice is hereby lven, that there will be ajoint meetingof the Justices of the Peace. Selectmen. Constables and Grand Jurors, of the town of N orwalk. held at the Alice oi the Selectmen and Town Clerk, of said town, on the first Monday of January. A. D., 1877, at 7 o'clock in the evening, for the purpose of choosing by ballot forty judicious electors of said town to serve as jurors for the current 'ear in the superior Court. and Court of Common ’leas, (and District Court. if such there be,) in and for the County of Fairfleld. HENRY K. SELLECK, Town Clerk. Dated at Norwalk, December 18th, 1376. Norwalk Savings Society, DECEMBER 14th, 1876. NTEREST at the rate of Six (6) per cent. per annum, for the past six months, will be credit- ed to Depositors Jan. 151:. 1877. and paid to them on and after J an. 10th. 1877. By order ofDirectors, GEO. E. MILLER, Treas. PETER L. GUIGUE, FLORIST, Union Avenue, north of Norwalk Cemetery. is now ready to furnish Hot House and Green House Plants. CUT rnowsns. BOQUETS. BASKETS, 1 WREATHS, ouossns, and all other designs in Flowers at short notice. MILLINERY! Ladies can always find at Mrs. J.- B' BETTS’, a full assortment of Millinery & Millinery Goods and it is no exa eration to say that she can please he most fasti ions. Call at her rooms on Main Street. - MRS. J. B. BETTS. limping all Mflltllflllllllfl Tags, Printed. or Plain, BY. the Dozen or Thousand, at Manufacturers’ Prices, at the GAZETTE OFFIL . Cows for Sale. HREE OR FOR. NEW MILCH COWS for sale at reasonable prices. Enquire at GEO. LOW, Westport; Road. CHRISTMAS PRES SENTS} Buckingham & 00., Offer a. fine line of DESKS, BOOK CASES, LIBRARY TABLES, LIBRARY CHAIRS, CAMP CHAIRS, ROCKING CHAIRS, MUSIC RACKS, FOOT RESTS. BLACKING CASES, &C., ' Suitable for Christmas Presents and as cheap as can be found in the State. Plan Sillllls,llllllll$4.5li,llll $3.50, Other goods in proportion. Call and see us. BUGKINGHAM 85 00., FURNITURE DEALERS, MAIN STREET, South. Norwalk. HRISTMAS _ PRESENTS l A’l‘ VSPENCERS JEWELRY STORE. SOLID 60L!) GRAINS, WATCHES. &c., AT Manufacturers’ Prices. Solid Silver and Plated Ware 20 to 50 Per Cent. Lower than Last Year FINE flinSeal Camel & Amethyst Rina A SPECIALTY. ' Every article warranted as represented or men- ey returned. CLOCKS at Hard Pan Prices. CHAS. B. MARGHANT. Proprietor, traumas. ‘ " Mn MN‘x/ /\ A.’\ Centennial Donation Supper. The Ladies and Trustees of the M. E. Zion Church Society, of Norwalk, will give u Supper. for the benefit of their Pastor, AT LOCKWOOD’S HALL, NO'KWALK, Wednesday, Dec. 20th, If‘ stormy, the next fair evening. Admission 50 Cents; Children 25 Cents. Doors open at 7 o’clock. Grand Entertainment At Music Hall. South Norwalk, THUHSIIAI EVENING. Den. 2lsl. Opera House. Norwalk, Flllllll EVENING, December 22. The following Talented Artists who compose the well known ' JEANNETTE TROUPE, from New York, will appear: Miss Jeannette Edley, Elocutionist; Miss El- louisc Anthony, Organ and Piano: Mr. Oscar De V00, Baritone; Miss Romena Chabcrt. Soprano; LiiPcttie Mabel, Balladist; Miss Almctta Antho- ny, Plano. Admission ‘25, 50 and 75 cents. Tickets can now be purchase ' at all the principal stores, and at the halls on the evenings 01‘ the entertainments. it" FUN, SATURDAY NIGHT ! NORWAIK SPERA HOUSE. [11‘ Ill,” ‘In his Beautiful Remarks on ”GHEEK AS A 0000 Tllllltl.” Admission 2‘5 cents; Reserved Seats 10 cents ex tra. for sale at Peck’s Store and Pi‘owitt‘s Store. Sez the New York Evening Alail z—Tne Lecture can only be appreciated by seeing it delivered. Sez the Jersey City Journal :—'I‘Iie large audi- ences were kept‘in a continuous roar. I13“ The orator is deaf and can’t see far. so get a reserved seat. 1‘ etch the money with you—no trust those times. At New Canaan, Friday night, 22nd. OPERA HOUSE, NORWALK. WENDERFUI. ATTRACTIONS FOR CHRISTMAS, Afternoon and Evening, Monday, December 25th. THE GREAT Grand Opera House Combination, of New York City-,in two of their most perfect Productions. AFTERNOON AT '1‘th will be presented the (treat Moral Tern crance Drama, in Five Acts, eiitii ed ‘llll Milli ‘dlllll lllllll in which the celebratei'l Mole-Dramatic Actor, W. a. GREGSTON, will appear in his unequaled character of JOE MORGAN, the beautiful Child Artiste, LITTLE ANDRIA, as MARY MORGAN. the drnnkard’s child, cup- ported by the full strength ot’ihc Co. Every child attending the afternoon ,pei‘toriiiancc, \\'III receive 'A Handsome Christmas Present! . Admission to Matinee—Children, -5 0%.; Adults 2:5 Cents. . In the EVENING AT EIGHT, will be presented :is only this Company can present it. the Great Grand Opera H ousc Success of Uncle Tom’s Cabin, Introducing the great Cotton Picking Scene, in which the Great Alabama’s Slave Troupe ofJubi- lee singei-s. 16 in number, and the great Colored Banjmst, JOHN ! ARMER. will pasiiively appear. The Peerless Artiste, LO'I‘TIE, in her wonderful creation of TOPSY. the child that never was born. The gifted Child Actress, LITTLE ANDRIA,as EVA, the Angel Child. The entire production perfect in every detail. Parties who have seen imitations are especially invite to witness the only perfect production ever attempted outside of New York City. Admission 35 and 50 cents; Reserved Seats 75 cents. On sale at usual places. HOLIDAY GOODS! Christmas. New Year. Both times of rejoicing and Present Making. Everybody wants to buy something, and why shouldn’t you buy itin Norwalk 9 I am selling quantities of 1101.1le cleans and intend to make my store Headquarters for 1375 all 1877. NEVER “BEFORE Have I bought so largel in Holiday Goods and allow them at Such Wtiieililli Lew Prices. LIBERAL DISCOUNTS IN HALF-DOZEN OR DOZEN1A1T5. Immense Assortment EVERYTHING 'FOR EVERYBO DY, AT E. if. LUUKWUUD’S. IN THE FANGY 00008 LINE, Toys, New Games, Parian Statuetts, Mantle Ornaments, ’ Boy’s Sleds, Wagons, Rocking Horses, Silver Plated Ware, IN FACT My Shelves and Counter-s are NEW GOODS. I invite the closest cash buyers from all parts of our county to visit my store, and make purchases for the Holidast E. K. LO0IIWO0D _ 3151 __,...,, A“-.- ___ Toys, Dolls, Games, And Fancy Goods, '— :XT— H. II. t t. t. bailiffs DRUG STCRE! Mechanical Toys, Comical Toys, Dancing Toys, Steam Toys, Tin Toys, Paper Toys Wooden ’ ‘oys, Iron Toys, .. 1”“ Cheap Toys, Wax Dolls, China Dolls, Rag Dolls, Wooden Dolls, Leather Dolls, and Un- breakable . Dolls. (3':- A M E ES Fm- 01.1 and Young Persons. GAMES: at any price, Largest assortment of GAMES iii ton-n. Fancy Bottles,Toilet Sets, and Toilet Articles. Perfumes. Writing llcsks, Work Box " Glove Boxes. Building Blocks, A‘Illllilll’ct Blocl Writing Paper, in boxes, from 1:) to 70 cc ts. CANARY BIRDS. We have made a. first-class selection of Goods for this season, and articles will be sold cheap. ”301“ Drug Business will not he ncglcctcd.’€ii H. M. £2. C. Q Prowitt, Q. DRUGGISTS, X()1‘.WAI.K.CON x. Holiday Goedsi Holiday [Goods 2 BEAUTIFUL Pill-SEATS! BEAUTIFUL PRESENTS! tlilisllias tilts? Nil! lentils! The Latest, The Prettiest, The Newest, The Most Stylish! The most Elegant and ll. atiiilizl 39.:Cl‘illll‘lll. (-i FINE A RT G (1’ ODS liver exhibited in Somalia} Illuminated Texts, Floral Groupings, Genre and Panel Pictures, Pine Photographs, Artistic Crayon Heads, C'liromos, Albums, Frames, Mats, Passe- Partouts, Fire Gilt and Vel- vet Ensels,Shrine, Chap— el and Banner F r a m e s , (in Lyon’s Velvet and Nickel) Siercoscopcs, Graphoscopes, Card Holders. Hand Mirrors, Christmas and. New Year Cards, &c., &c., &c. At Prices Lower than the Lowest, And We} Below New York Rates. E. C. Vi’HITNEI’S GRAND SIERRA? SALE, At E. T. \Vhitney’s Gallery. Gazette r Building. A Merry Christmas GIFT BOOKS! Of which some are loaglsllaa’s Skeleton iii finial, ILLUSTRATED. legend of Sleepy Hallow, ILLUSTRATED. Biyaiil’s National Bile, ILLUSTRATED. Whittier’s, Longfellow’s, and the other Leading Poetical Works. Miscellaneous & Juvenile Works. A. SELLECK, WALL STREET, xORWALK. w -- =rn- or Sale on Camp Strel“ ‘ ‘ an), Shop, ble first-class i-eszdence. .2 rooms, Chicken House, Water. Gas. i a. . . :Itiill CHAS. G. DEAN. 21-1 la 31.31. cl... N. 1 - Order of Notice. M. Lonisn Bxssrrr'r, ADMINISTATRIX, l rs. ~ ABEL Wiiirmcx, Ere. l iTATE OF CONNECTICUT, Fairlie-Id ss. Biidgepori. December 10th, A.D.1 Upon the petition of the said M. Louise Administrntrix. praying for reasons therein set, forth for the foreclosure of certain mortgages in the said petition described. which petition is re- turnable to the Superior Court. in and for New Haven County. on Lhe_lirst Tuesday of January. 1:77. It appearing to, and being found by, the subscribing authority, that Abel Whitloca and Susan A. Whitlock. the re-iponilents are absent from this State, residiiigiu the City, County and State of New York. , Therefore Ordered. That notice of the institu- tion of said petition be given by publishing this orderin the Noun-ALI: GAZETTE, a newspaper printed in Norwalk. in I-‘uiifield t‘cunty, two weeks successively, commencing on or before the 19th day of December, A. D.. 1:70. amt-,by. depos- iting two copies of' said petition. citation. and order of notice, on or before the Sistfiay of De- cember, A. D., 1870. in the Post (mice, postage paid, one directed to each of‘ said respondenls at said city of New York HI. '1‘. BLARE, Clerk of the Superior Court for I‘airfield County. County, K.- missed, Tax Collector’s Sale. 1VOTICE is lierebv given flint the undersigned, Collector of Taxes, underaiid by virtue of a certain Tax Warrant, duly executed and signed by proper authority. and directed to theiindersign- ed, commanding him to levy and collect of GOULD llUYT, N Y.( iiy. and other persons named in the rate book on the list to said warrant annexed, their several proportions ol’the sum total as there- in stated, said sums being a tax or assessment agreed upon by the legal voters of the Borough of Norwalk, regularly and legally assembled on the 17th day of January, A.D.,1876. for the purpose of laying a. tax in view of' the indebtedness, and current expenses of said Borough. and in pavment, ol' the same and for the purpose, also, of paying such interest as shall accrue during the present vear, on Bonds of the Borough and indebtedness how outstanding, has levied upon and will sell at public anetiou,oii the premises hereinafter describ- ed in said Borough of Norwalk, on the alst day of February. A.D. toilet ll o’clock. in the tort-noon, so much of the following described real estate as- sessed to Gould Hoyt, ot‘ N.Y. City. situated in said 13 rough ol‘Norwalk and bounded and described as follows, to wit :—Norrherly by other land said to belong to said Gould 11 0) t,0t'.‘i . Y. City.e;ist'ei-ly by land of William ILJames, and on all other sides by highway, being one hundred and to eat} feet and one inch on the northerly boundary. thice hundred and fourteen feet on the efl§tel'l,\"b0u11(itll’y, and four hundred and twenty-eight feet and three inches on the highway, as will raise the sum of one hundred dollars. [51(10)lh:itbeiiig the propor. tion of the said Gould Hoyt, of 3.}. City, of the sum total in said list, together With all legal fees and additions, I'orhnon-paymcnt of the same when Ie added I crcto. mm m l CARLYSIJS '1‘. WEEKS, Collector of Borough Taxes List of 1976. Dated at Norwalk,. Conin, this 10th day of Dem. 16. 3151 LL DISTRICT OF NORWALK. ss. Probate Court December I3th, A. 1)., 1876. Estate of \VAT'I'S COMS’I‘UCK. late of Canaan. in said District. deceased. . _ . ORDERED. —’.l‘hat the Executor. exhibitdiis Administration account to this court for IIIIJIISI- ment, at the Probate Ollice in Norwalkxon the 30th day of December, 1e70, .Ill. 9 ocloek lore; noon; and that all persons interested in ’83“. estate may be notified thereof, the said Execn tor will cause this order to to published in a newspaper printed in Fairflold County, and post a. copy thereof on the Sign-post iii said New Canaan, nearest the place where tlieileceaSratl last dwelt. at least ten day-"5 ”Clo“? Eilmfio‘h day ‘ l . - . It‘sPecem CCEORGE A. DAYLNI’URT, Judge. N cw ______/_—-—— I‘ETRICT OF NORWALK, 55.1’1'0l13t0 Court, D December 5'lIl. A. D. 187 i. . Estate of SARAH 5111111, late of Norwalk, in said disti‘icl.ilcceaseil. _ . _ The Court of l’l‘ObIltC‘JOYIhe(llsh'lct‘of 'horwalk, hath limited and allowed six monthstrom the date hereof, for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts properly attested, “-lmm said timewillbedebarrci arecovery. Allpersons indebted to said estate are requested to make pn- lLAS I’. TUT’I LR, Administrator. wagon for Sale. W Good Business WAGON. will be sold C‘IICII l . for want. of use. Apply at the GAZLT’IIe. FICE. . tifil mediate payment to S
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