_ W EE K LBS-Y - No R'vvaiL‘n 7- .. VTCII Caporal . Little - Cigars for cts. 50L!) BY ALL DEALERS. FASHION IN FIJI. It Gives as Much Concern to the Ladies There as Elsewhere. ” Fijian women have a most affection- ate disposition, although, like all semi- civilized people, they are extremely sensitive and ready to take offense at the veriest trifies, says an exchange. Their skins are usually of a bright dark brown, smooth and glossy as pol- ished marble, and many while young possess handsome features and most symmetrical forms, but unfortunately their natural grace disappears after mar- riage—at least among the common peo- ple, who have no attendants to relieve them in the heavier duties of the house- hold. While unmarried their hair, picturesquely adorned with hibiscus and other flowers, is permitted to fall in thin plaits down the back of the neck. This is regarded as a sign of maidenhood. After marriage the plaits are cut off and not allowed to be worn again. In Suva and Levuka the women gen- erally wear a blouse-shaped pinafore of thin white cotton, but in their homes or in the interior districts they are con- tent with the sulu, a kind of loin-cloth made from the bark of the native mul- berry tree. and wrapped two or three times around the body. The manufac- ture of this cloth, called tappa, is one of the leading industries in Fiji, the bark being beaten with wooden mallets into thin sheets, which are joined together as required. When taking part in the meke-meke, or native dance, the girls wears a short, thick petticoat of dried grass, adorned with black and yellow tappa streamers, the bodies remaining bare from the waist upward. The hair is decorated with flowers and frequent- ly frizzed and plaited in- a fashion some- what resembling that depicted in As- syrian sculptures. Most of the chiefs and their wives are extremely particular concerning the clothing of their offspring, the girls usually wearing white cotton pinafores, or blouses, over a colored petticoat. The families of the higher class of chiefs possess a somewhat aristocratic cast of features. This is especially no- ticeable in the descendants of King Thakombau. Among these is his granddaughter, Princess Ada, who possesses many of the intellectual char- acteristics of the deceased monarch. Her attire, as becomes a member of the Fijian royal family, is somewhat more elaborate than that generally worn, and consists of a thin silk bodice of some light color, edged with orna- mented ribbon, and a calico petticoat over a pair of loose calico trousers—a costume admirably adapted to the Fi- jian climate. Shoes and stockings are discarded by Fijians of all classes, save on ‘special occasions, and during the hot summer months many of the Eu- ropean residents feel tempted to go and do likewise. HIS FARM SLID AWAY. The Remarkable Mis armor. of a Small Ranch Owner in (.Lilifnrmzt. 0n the slope of the mountains on a branch of Elk creek one homesteader at least has lost his home and is now wondering whether the government will allow him, under the circum- stances, to file another claim, says the San Francisco Examiner. Mr. Dono- hoe, county surveyor of Mendocino county, who lately returned from es- - tablishing some boundary lines near there, says: “Some time since Fred Houx filed on a piece of land on a mesa on the south side of the stream and erected a cabin and made other improvements thereon. It has been his habit of late‘to make occasional trips to town, and it was during one of the late rains that he made his last trip. High water pre- vented his return and probablysaved his life. Last winter was unusually severe, the rainfall being over fifty inches. The soil was thoroughly soaked and is of such nature that large patches frequently become loosened and slide down the mountain. 7 “Mr. Heux as soon as possible re- turned to his claim, and when about a quarter of a mile from home the horse he was riding became very restless, and it was with difficulty he could urge it forward. The animal finally stopped and commenced to tremble violently. On looking up Mr. Houx saw his- cabin coming down the slope, and felt as though he, too, were going with it“. . The man described the sensa- tion as though one were ona ship at sea. . .- “He immediately turned his horse back and raced for firmer land. Arriving at a safe distance, he looked back and saw the _ whole mountain slope moving down into the valley. At ,first the ground moved very slowly, like a glacier, but it constantly gath- ered speed- and, dashed over a preci- pice with a loud roar into the creek be- low, completely damming it, the stream being entirely dry below the dam for some hours. I . “The house, three cows and several sheep were completely buried in the debris. The slide was about a quarter of a mile square and stripped the slope of soil.” . A Sharp-Witted Cat. A correspondent of the London Spec- tator reports a clever trick of a black of his peculiarities is a disrelish of meats unless they are roasted. The cook undertook to break him of this foolish whim. In short, she deter- mined to starve it out of him. She set before him a saucer of boiled meat. Prin turned away from it in disgust. “Very well,” said the cook, “it is that or nothing.” For three days the cat went hungry, the boiled meat remain- ing untouched. But on the fourth morning the cook feund the saucer empty. “Ah, Prin,” she said, “so you have come to your meat.” That day the cat fared sumptuously on roast beef with plenty of gravy. But on Saturday, when the potboard under the dresser was cleaned, the cook found in one of the stewpanse the boiled meat which had remained three days in Prin’s saucer. The cat had been too sharp for her. UNPROTECTED GAM E. Suggestions for Sportsmen Who Want to Shoot Near Cities. 'A good many shooters are puzzled to know how they can get practice for bird-shooting near the cities during close seasons without paying for prac- tice at the traps. , There are several kinds of birds which fly in such a manner as to require-skill in the killing, and are not protected by law at any time. Of course, a small- gauge gun is best for such practice, as it takes more skill to kill with it than with a big gun, and the more skill re- quired the better the practice. The kingfisher is a rapidly-darting fl yer, rather shy and hard to kill. With a 28-gauge gun a shooter’s abilities would be well tested. The English sparrow, if put up badly scared, will give considerable sport, and the man who can get three with two shots out of a small flying flock may regard himself as a good shot. Of course, a man wouldn’t aim at the center of the flock, and pull. He aims at par- ticular birds, and, if he misses the ones aimed at, he calls the shot amiss. Red~ idly, when their nests are not near by. They are not protected, and may be found in partly wooded pastures. Some sportsmen may object to this as being useless slaughter, and it would be if the birds were thrown away. He would dress them all, except the king- fishers, which taste fishy, and the pot- pie they make would be followed by another before long. The English spar- rows make a fine stew, as the flesh is al- ways hard and sweet. Q A PAYING INDUSTRY. Renting Out Bulldogs to Protect Prop- erty in Summer. Bulldog Douglas is a character in the suburbs of this city, says the Wash- ington Star. But it is not of B. D. so much as his occupation one wants to speak. The latter is pecuhar and alto- gether a suggestion of- Bulldog Doug- las. Be it known that Bulldog Doug- las is the proprietor of a multitude of bulldogs, all of whom he dearly loves. Just as a miser might love and hoard money, just so does Douglas go on through life amassing and hoarding bulldogs. He can’t, to his notion, have too many of these bellicose chat- tels. At last it would appear as if he had found a use for them. The idea had suggestion to him begpuse of the expense of maintaining his canine standing army. He must find some- thing for them to do. The other day a gentleman met Bulldog Douglas tow- ing a felonious-looking dog at the end of a rope. “Just hired out another dog,” re- marked Douglas, delightedly, pausing and looking fondly on his vicious pet. “What do you mean by that?” queried the gentleman. ' Bulldog Douglas then advanced an explanation. Many of the residents of Washington leave town for the summer. As a protection to their houses during their absence Bulldog Douglas rents them a savagedog, warranted to tear the hindleg off a burglar or a tramp at the drop of the hat. Rent, per dog, three dollars per month. Dulldog Douglas stakes out the canine sentry in the back yard. with the rope long enough to allow him to patrol the whole rear of the house. Then when the burglar appears the dog mingles with him and the burglar soon after- ward hurries away. The inventor of this unique patrol for back yards claims great things for his system. During the summer season he puts out some two scores of dogs to hire after this fashion. Bulldog Douglas makes the rpunds once a day andh’bestows wa- ter and rations on the dogs. They do the rest. It’s a novel industry and dur- ing the touring months Bulldog Doug- las declares it to be a paying one. _ AMr. Fussy—“I don’t see why you _ wear those ridiculous big sleeves, when you have nothing to fill them.” Mrs. Fussy—“Do you fill your silk hat?”— Harper’s Bazar. For Good Color and Heavy Growth Of Hair, use '. AYERS Hair Vigor One . _ Bottle will do Persian cat by the name of Prin. One ' winged and crow blackbird‘s fly rap-- Wgnders. Try it. I g ' Purify the’ Blood with Ayer’s Sarsaparilla. I 7 By True , ' on Merit Only - can any article attain such a sigh standard of favor among ‘Ize pcopleas that enjoyed by For years no other soap in New England has ever approached it either In sales or quality. It has proved Its value over all substitutes. It is soap, all soap, and nothing but soap. “Ho 911950.195]. stung «mo» m Jolt and Cyclone Proof. 0 PI? Pathllg ht 7 They who ride must see the ° road. The Pathlight makes 3 bri ht the way. All dealers . sel it. The Place & Terry Mfg. C00, 247 Centre Ste, N 0Y0 mmwmmm GATIIOLIG RELIGIOUS AIITIGLES. and other Prayer Books Religious Reading Books, Rosaries, Scapulars, Cruci. fixes. Altar Wax Candles. Pearl Rosaries from 450 to $3.00 per pair. J IIEWS, STATIOIIEIIY, IIOVELTIES, 8w. JOH N} T." HAYES, 5 Main Street, Norwalk. uuuuscuuuluuu uuuu‘ A PIIIIE MALT EXTIIAGT. A SUBSTITUTE FOII SOLID F000. Highest percentage Extract. Lowest percentage Alcohol. An effectiveTonic. An agreeable Beverage: A mild Stimu-_ lant. Just what physicians will pre- scribe for Nursing Mothers. Convales- cents and victims of Insomnia or Nerv- ous Disorders resulting from Impaired Digestion and Overwork.: For Sale and Delivered Anywhere Long Island ”Bottling 00., 280-284 Bergen St., Brooklyn. FOR. SALE BY EDWARD P. WEED. Red uctiori Beginning to-day, all my Hats and Bonnets which are made up in the latest styles, will be sold at a in great reduction. Come early and obtain your pick of the most fash- ionable Millinery Goods Millinery in town. MRS. E. DIVEII, . 58 Wall Street, IIorIIIIaIk, conn. um JAGKSOII’S JEWELRY STORE. IIAVE ARRIVED. My new line of .Spring and Summer SuItIngs, which will be made up in the latest styles and at the lowest possible price consistent with good wbrk. Call in andqg'nspect them; F.KOCOUR. MERCHANT TAILOR, I7 North Main St. South Norwalk. Raymond 1% Son. Successorsto George H. Raymond. Furniture Dealers and General Funeral Directors. 16 and 48 Main Street Norwalk Ct ' Residence, Berkeley Place. Telephone No. 71’- 1 I KRUGBR’S SIGNIFICANT SIMILB. He Intimates That Next Time He \Vill Catch a "Big Dog.” Loxnox, June 5,...1. B. Robinson, the South African millionaire. hasrecelved a telegram from Pretoria, saying that the four leaders of the Johannesburg reform committee will be released at once. A dis- patch to The Times from Cape Town says that President Kruger, replying to the thanks of the released reformers, made this characteristic staten‘ut: “If my lit- tle dogs are naughty, I must whip them, but I am always sorry to do so. The next time I must get hold of a big dog. My lit- tle dogs bark, but a big one bites.” This reference to Cecil Rhodes and the reformers shows accurately. The Times’ correspondent says, the feeling of the Boers on the subject. The Times’ Cape Town correspondent says: “The split in the Pretoria executive council is becoming more acute. Secre- tary of State Leyds and Vice President Joubert oppose President Kruger, who favors conciliation and reform. Dr. Leyds is‘very unpopular and is likely to succeed Montagu White as consul ”gmeral of the Transvaal in London. The Orange Free State has declined to enter Dr. Leyds’ pro- posal for joint aggressive action against English and French interests, but it has agreed to combine with the Transvaal to resist any wanton attack on the latter. Mr. Main and a few of the released reform prisoners sailed for England today.” Hawaii Still Wants Annexation. HONOLULU, May 28 (per steamer Ala- meda).—The senate and house have passed annexation resolutions, declaring on the eve of adjournment that the Hawaiian legislature continues to favor annexation to the United States, as do the Hawaiian voters. Great Britain has made a demand on this government on behalf of Volney V. Ashford. who was exiled for complicity in the 1895 rebellion. The demand, in plain language, says Ashford must be al-- lowed landing here. It is understood that President Dole has replied to the demand, refusing to allow Ashford to come here. In close official circles it is believed that a British man-of-war will come here, and Ashford will be landed without respect to the wishes of this government. Magowan Marries Mrs. Barnes. CHICAGO, June 5 ~Frank Magowan of New Jersey and Mrs. J. A. Barnes were married here. Robert H. Winn of New York made application for the license and carried It to the couple at the Victoria ho- tel, where the ceremony was performed. The wedding is the latest development in the domestic drama that has caused lively interest in Toronto, Cleveland, Trenton and New York. Arrival of the Burden Suspects. NEW YORK, June 5.—Detectives McCau- ley and Evanhoe, with their prisoners, William Dunlop and William Turner, ar- rived at noon on the Germanic. All were saloon passengers. Detective McCauley stated that Dunlop and Turner were both well and had given no trouble. They do- clined to make any statement in relation to the robbery. The Yates County Bank. PENN YAN, N. Y., June 5.—Bank Ex- aimner Van Vranken says not until he finishes looking into the affairs of the Yates County National bank can he de- termine whether it will be permissible for the bank to resume business or not. The impression has gained ground that the bank will be reorganized and reopened. Ferrone Attempts Suicide. NEW YORK, J une b’.—.—There is a feeling in the minds of the neighbors of little Mary Cunningham that the’ boy Giuseppe Ferrone. who accused Edward McCormack of having murdered the girl, may be the murderer. The boy attempted to stab himself while in Police Captain Merton’s room when told he would be detained. This May Be Hermans. SALT LAKE CITY, J une 5.-—Sherifl Hardy has received a telegram from the sheriff of Bradley county, Tenn, saying a. man supposed to be Herm‘ans had been ar- rested ln that county. Ch ohera at Bitlis. CONSTANTINOPLE, J une 5.—-Cholera has broken out among the Hamidieh cavalry stationed at Cazoghnas, in the yllayet of Bitlis. The \Veather. Rain; variable winds. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Closing Quotations of the New York Stock Exchange. NEW YORK. June 4.—Mouey on call easy at 1% @2 per cent. Primg mercantile paper, 4@5 per cent. Sterling exchange steady. with actu business in bankers’ bills at [email protected]}é for demand and $4.87%@4.87% for 60 days. Posted rates. [email protected]}§ and [email protected]%. Commer- cial bills, 34.86%. Silver certificates, sales. $126,000 at 69%@69%c. Bar silver, 68%0. Mexi- can dollars, 53%c. Government bonds steady. State bonds inactive. Railroad bonds firm. Closing prices: Atchison ......... . 14% New England..... 46 Bur.&Quincy.... 77% N.J.Central......105§4 North American" 5 C., 0., C. & St. L.. 33% Chesapeake & 0.. 15% Northern Pacific.. 5 Chicago Gas...... 68 Do.pref........... 15% Cordage........... 554 N. Y.Central..... 96% Cotton Oil ...... 11% Omaha ..... 42 Ontario Jr West.. 14 Pacific Mail....... 25% Del. & Hudson” . .126V1 Distillers' Trust.. 16% Erie..... ........ 14% Reading........... 9% General Electric" 33% Rock Island....... 70 Hocking Valley... 3% Silver Bullion.'.... 69% Lacka'Wanna. ..... 1 St. Paul........... 76% Lake Shore........150}é Sugar Refining...122% ad .......... 24% Texas Pacific...... 7% Union Pacific..... 7 Wabash pref...... 16% Western Union... 8496 Le Louisville & Nash 49% Missouri Pacific.. 23% Northwestern . . . .105 ~ General Markets. 9 NEW YORK, June Ila-FLOUR-Stato and western dull and lower to sell; city mills pat- ents. [email protected]; winter patents, [email protected]; city mills clears. $4: winter straights, [email protected]. WHEAT—No. 2.red opened firmer on local buying, but turned weak on rumors that Ohio crop report was much better than expected; July. 63 9-16@64%c.: September, 63 5-16@63%c. CORN—No. 2 dull and weaker: July. 34%@- 34%;: September. 35%@35%c. OATS-No. 2 nominal: track. white. state. 24 @28c.: track. white. western. 24cm. PORK—Dull; old to new mess. smfi: family, [email protected]. LARD—Steady: prime western steam. 84.37%. nominal. BUTTER-Steady; state dairy. 10@l5c.; state creamery, 11@15;éc. . CHEESE —- Steady: state, large. 5%@6%c.; small. 4@7c. . EGGS—Steady: state and Pennsylvania, 12% @13c.: western, 11%@l2}§c. ‘ SUGAR—Raw quiet: fair refining. 3340.; cen- trifugal. 96 test, . Mm: refined quiet; crushed 5950.: powdered. 5 5-16c. _ TURPENTINE—Quiet and steady at 27%@ c. . MOLASSES—Quiet; New Orleans. 29©87c. RICE—Quiet; domestic, 3lé@6c.: Japan. 4@ Me. TALLOW—Quiet: eifi', 3 1-16c.: country, HAY—Easy: shipping. 7037512.: good to choice. 91c. -- .,' Advertise in the Gazer-In. ' ”and it does it. The skeleton in many a household is the peculiar weak- . ness of the wife and mother, or of the wife who ought to be . a mother and is not. Happiness is de- stroyed by the pres- ence of the secret sickness that. may lurk like a grinning death among the most luxurious homes. The most terrible thing about this condition of af- fairs is that it is entirely needless. There is no reason in the world why every woman in the world should not be strong and health- ful and capable of fulfilling her whole duty as a wife and mother. Many women go on month after month, and year after year, be- coming weaker and weaker, because of a very naturalhesitancy they feel 1n consult- ing a physician. They know that if they go to a doctor for treatment, the first‘thmg 11: will insist on will be “examination” and “local treatment.’ ’ This must of course be distasteful to every modest woman. They are generally as unfi‘e‘fesfigry, as they are Eb’ horrent. Dr. Pierce’s Fave‘f‘te Prescriptiofi cures positively, perfectly, pe 3199.“): it varieties of “female weakness ” a1.-. 2' case. It is designed to do this one thing, It is the only medicine now «before the public for woman’s peculiar ail- ments, adapted to her delicate organization by a regularly graduated physician~an ex- perienced and skilled specialist in these maladies. It cannot do harm in any condi. tion of the system. 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