‘ RUN My MUD. The rain Wednesday made the roads for the Westport ten mile road race anything but desirable, yet the events were run, notwithstanding the mud,. although there were only a few con- testants and a slim attendance. There were two events down on the program, one for olored contestants.’ The colored race was the first to start and at 2:40 o’clock the men were lined up in front of Kirk & Hall’s store and the word given. The boys started 011‘ at a rapied gait but soon settled down to business and made the ten miles in creditable time and finished in the fol- lowing order: First, Fred Thompson; second, Will Vancleet; third Elijah Spears. William Hamilton broke his pedal on the second lap near Sauga- tuck and was out of the race, Time 33320i- It was after 4 o’clock when the white contestants were started by C.‘ Ford Seeley’s pistol, and the limit men, Charles Mernsman‘o‘f Derby, and Eddie Bell, of Stamford, made off at a rapid gait. They were followed by M. S. Husted, Ansel Brooks, and M. J. Walsh in the order named. Husted took a tumble and retired from the race while Brooks made three attempts to get over the course, his bicycle giving out on each attempt. The scratch men, Gil Finch, of Stam- ford, and H. H. Leopold, of Bridgeport got off four minutes after the limit men. Finch was riding a great race and gaining rapidly upon the leaders, but on the second lap his bicycle slipped on the car tracks and he took a bad fall, cutting his arm and leg and badly bruising his hip. Notwithstanding his accident he re- mounted his wheel and came in fourth Adar a plucky exhibition of riding. Eda... .Bell. the creek midget rider of Stamford, would have undoubtedly won the first prize had he not lcst his way 'in Saugatuck and allowed Merns- man to beat him in. , The finish was as follows: First, Mernsman; second, Leopold; third, Walsh; fourth, Final”; fifth, Bell. Time, 32:35? Leo’jold also won time prize. Mike :rizes were excellent and the ”winners satisfied with their run In the mud. - The committee having the race in charge are deserving of praise for suc- sessfully carrying out the program with the elements against them. Colored Conference. The 45th annual conference of the New England A. M. E. Zion churches opened at the Knight street church Thursday. About fortx~ delegates were present. The session v ill last Iiveidays. .-. -~-Adverti.-e in the Gaznrrn. The Saddle Question. 1 This is an illustration of the‘d style saddle. If you will observe it carefully you will note that it fits like a glove (and a saddle should not). It presses the sen- sitive parts, causes sore- ness, stiffness and chaf‘ ing, and Has made cycl- ing to a certain extent injurious, because few could enjoy a long ride without fear of injury. All this is now changed. I Here is repre- sented the perfect saddle—the Christy Anatomical Saddle,Ir ,0, showing the pelvis as it rests on the pads. The \ Christy Anatomical Saddle is the only saddle that is built right. Made of metal, of light weight, cannot warp or change its shape, has pads that rest the entire body, does not press the sen- sitive parts, prevents stifineSS, and m a k e s cycling a pleasure. Price, $5.00 Fm BOOKLET on Sannurs. A. (i. SPALDING 8: BROS. New York. Chicago. Philadelphia. Shows pelvis as it rests on the or- dinary saddle. Shows pelvis as it rests on the Christy Saddle. IIEIIE’S YOUR GHINGE. A fine building lot on Wilton ave- nue If you intend to build, look at this before purchasing. Water, gas and sewer on the avenue. Will befisold at a Bargain. W. H. BYING'I’ON,~ Ilsa! Estate and Insurance, rnmvugpnmas. BAILEY-KELLOGG. A very quiet and beautiful marriage ceremony was sweetly solemnized at Miss Cornelia F. Baird’s residence on. West avenue last Wednesday even- ing. The contracting parties were Miss Julia Elizabeth Kellogg, daughter of Mrs. John O. Kellogg, (a sister of Miss Baird)-and Mr. Edward F. Bailey- of Brooklyn. The cultured and charming bride, has long been the chief teacher of music at her aunt’s Young Ladies Institute. In fact, it may without in- delicacy be stated that she has also. been her aunt’s “main stay,” and gen- eral assistant in directing and managing the details of this large educational in- stitution, and her departure, though in all respects joycus to an unwonted de~ gree, will be felt as a serious personal loss to her aunt and the school. The . FATAL PmsoNINo. Ate What Was Supposed to be Sweet Cicely Root. Amost distressing and fatal case of Belle Hapeman, wife of Elmore S. Hapeman, reciding in Waterbury. Mrs. H. with her three children went to spend the day with her parents in one of the suburbs of Waterbury, and while strolling about pulled up and ate what she supposed to be sweet cicely root. Subsequently she ate a hearty dinner and about an hour after became violent- ly ill, going into spasms and soon be- came unconscious and then expired. Upon investigation it was found that she ha eaten cowbane or water-hem- lock, an acute poison, in mistake for the cicely root, which it closely re- sembles, and was found growing side by side with each other and both be- happy groom is reputed to be a refined longing botanically to the genus parsley. and most worthy Christian gentleman, deseruing the rare prize of womanhcod he has won. The nuptual ceremony was performed by Rev. C. M. Selleck of St Paul’s, in the north parlor of Miss Baird’s West avenue residence. Rev. Dr. 'Lyman, the groom’s Brooklyn pastor was pres- ent and invoked the Divine blessing upon the united pair, at the conclusion of the Episcopal marriage service. There were more than a hundred inter- ested relatives and friends present from home and abroad, to witness the solemn and pleasing ceremonies, and to ex- tend their sincerest and hearti'est con- gratulations. Sweet and tender strains of music, from a‘welltrained orchestra, mingled their delights with the odors of myriad flowers, palms and ferns. An appetizing collation was served as a finis to the very delightful and ever,- way successful event. At seven, the bridal company left for New York, and after a brief tour, the happy pair will return to beautifully rural old Ridgefield, where the sum- mer’s honeymoon is to be passed. The bridal gifts were numerous, ex- ceedingly tasteful, and delicate and refined in character, and of intrinsic value. May the joyous pair, have their life lines cast in pleasant places and their’s ever be a goodly heritage. FREEMAN—FLYNN. At St. Mary’s, Thursday morning, Charles Albert Freeman and Catherine Theresa Flynn, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Flynn, were united in marriage by Rev. John T. Winters, pastor of St. Joseph’s church, South Norwalk. Just as the clock in the church spire struck nine the wedding party entered the church and walked up the aisle, the bride leaning on the arm of the best man and the bridesmaid on the arm of the prospective groom, the Philhar- monic orchestra playing Mendelsohn’s wedding march. ' A nuptial mass, lasting about forty minutes, was celebrated in an impres- sive manner by Rev. Father Winters, in the presence of a large number of friends of the contracting parties. The bride looked handsome in a gown of white organdie and carried a bouquet of white roses. The bridesmaid, Miss Elizabeth Flynn a sister of the bride, was becomingly attired in pink organ- die and carried a bouquet of pink roses. The ushers were John Wehle, Wil- liam Tammany, Dr. J. T. Kennedy and Paul Schultz. ' The groom is the well known leader of the Philharmonic band and orches- tra, and is employed in the composing ’room of the Sentinel. Like her hus- band, Mrs. Freeman is a most skillful musician and is organist at St. Joseph’s church. ‘ _ A reception was held at the home of the bride’s parents. Mr. and Mrs. Freeman were in re- ceipt of several elegant presents. MOTT-TAYL OR. The Knight street church was the scene, Wednesday, of a wedding that caused quite a ripple of excitement. The church was full to the doors, and the sideWalk in front of the church was crowded with people. The groom was Charles Mott of this city, and the bride Clara Jane Nonesa Taylor, daughter of Deacon John Taylor of South Norwalk, William Mott a brother of the groom, acted as best man, and Louise Pattison of Brooklyn was bridesmaid. Both bride and bridesmaid were attired in white. A reception was held at the So- cial club rooms after the ceremony. Rev. Mr. Sands tied the marital knot. All Hail. Hon. E. J. Hill yesterday morning received the pension certificate for Miss Juliette Betts’ pension. The bill passed just one day prior to the end of the last pension quarter and accompanying the certificate is a voucher for forty cents, the amount due for that one day of the last quarter. Next quarter good ‘ ‘Aunt J uliette” will receive 336, which will prove a much needed aid to the aged and worthy daughter of a Revolutionary sue. - Dr. Ayres the Oldest Living Graduate. The various class reunions _at Yale this week have called attention to the fact that Dr. Chauncey Ayres of Stam- ford is the oldest living graduate of the medical department of the university. He was a member of the class of 1831. Aaron Byington. . of her age, an active and much beloved member of the M. E. church and a wo- man of many estimable and attractive traits of character. more members of the Brush family at Noroton, were fatally poisoned eating field toad-stools by mistake for mush- rooms an article they had cultivated and plucked for years. sons should induce greater caution in Her children tasted the plant but did not eat heartily as the mother did and though they vomited freely. were not made seriously ill. The attending phy- sician tasted the root not believing it to be poisonous, and he too was made ill for several hours. Mrs. Hapeman was well known here in N orwalk to many of our citizens in the eastern part of the town. She was a niece of Mrs. Aaron Byington and of Floyd T. and Cyrus Buscoe, all of West- port avenue, and was a grand daughter of the venerable James Roscoe, now in his ninetieth year, who passes his win- ters in Norwalk with his daughter Mrs. Mrs. Hapeman‘was in the 28th year It is but a few years since that two or These sad les- eating field plants. Cannon for Putnam Park. Congressman Hill is informed by the Ordnance bureau of the War Depart- ment, that orders have been issued to the Commandant of the Boston Navy Yard to deliver to Hon. John H. Ferris the four condemned cannon, for which Mr. Hill secured the public act, to be placed at each corner of the monument at Putnam Park in Redding. The round cannon balls to form a pyramid on the grounds are also included in this order. A picnic or celebration should follow the placing of these war materials. 0 Will Not Hold a Reunion. The Second Heavy Artillery has de- cided not to hold a reunion in the state this year, but postpone the event until the dedication of the state monument at Arlington, October 21. The com- mittees of the Second Heavy and Twelfth Connecticut will hold a joint meeting in Hartford, early in July, to decide on the arrangements for the trip to Washington and Winchester. FASHION ECHOES. The English walking-hat. and the round turban in rough straw are fash- ionably worn with traveling and walk- ing suit-s. Great use is made. this season on traveling and shopping costumes of English serge, mohair and cheviots in fine heather mixtures of tiny gilt, pearl, steel and jet buttons set on in clusters. There has been a phenomenal sale of mohairs, brilliantines,‘ Sicilians and summer tweeds [and cheviots. For cy- cling costumes thepopular fabrics are coverts, storm serges, be-iges and shep- herd’s-oheck wools. Extremely full capes, pelerines and collarettes are more. than ever the vogue. The majority of these light wraps are very short, some of the most stylish models only covering the shoul- der-tips and tops of the sleeves of the gown. Ladylike and elegant costumes for church and visiting wear are made of very light gray peau de soie, French cashmere, mohair, or silk-warp Henri- etta. cloth, the vest and revers of cream- white satin trimmed with rows of nar- row silver braid. At the throat is a large bow of cream chiffon or silk tulle with ends of very rich. cream lace. Among the useful and pretty mate- rials to be used for entire waists, inser- tions, sleeve-puffs, plastrons, blouse- fronts, etc., are the new Huguenot puffings by the yard, that are variously poisoning recently befel Mrs. Kittie i s O- ‘. matter what you’ve tried and found want- ing—the remedy for Piles Is Salva—cea X (TRADE-MARK). A quick remedy—a sure remedy. Whether they’re blind, or bleeding, or itch- ing, there’s always prompt relief and a permanent cure. Salva-cea is " the best thing in the world for (talent, W Golds, Emma, \ Salt llhoum, ' coughs“ ‘IIGII, ‘pEoraoho, , Sores, and evEEywailment that an external remedy can reach. Two sizes, 25 and so cents. " At drug ists, or b mail. Tux Burnout: 0., B74 ANAL Sn, N. Y. J. D. Jennings. UN D ERTAKER a Knight street. opposite Street Railway Depot BELT: .41 OFFICE. I l LIGHT PARCEL and LIIIIKWIIIIII . PACKAGE DELIVERY Cheap rates, Will also take orders for mes hunger service in New York. Gfioods called or and delivered to all arts or the town, Orders received at E. P. eed’s Drug Store. [Wall Street. With telephone connection un- C— E. LOCKWOOD. CENTRAL NATIONAL BANK, 26 WALL ST., N 0R WALKJ URPOBATED SEPT. 1. 1876. nt’l'l‘AL. $100.00C sea M. HOLMES, President. . L. Borne, Vice-President. WILLIAM A. CURTIS, Cashier DIRECTORS : ones: M. HOLMES, H. E. DANN, l... CUNNINGHAM, J. T. Pnowrrr .1. L. Berna, S. H. HOLME J. Cousms.ZJa. ' Illscounl Day, Saturdav- DRINK HATHURN SPRING WATER ' FOR THE Stomach, Bo wels, Liver and Kidneys. FOR SALE BY The Holmes, Keeler think 80 WILLIAM S. KEMP, Carpe‘nter -:- and -:- Builder, 34- West Main St.. Norwalk. Mr. Kemp has been a carpenter and builder in Norwalk for the past 25 years. and refers to owners of buildings erected under I118 super- ViBlOD as to worlananshlp. Chilton Paint, Every gallon of paint made by the Chilton Mfg. Company is mixed and ground in pure Linseed Oil. All shades are mixed and ground by machinery seven times, making them uniform and even. Compare the size of cans and weight with the cheaper makes. You .get an honest gallon. Give it a trial and you will be convinced. made of mousseline de sole, organdy, grass—linen, Brussels net, Swiss muslin, linen lawn, chiffon in plain effects, and in combination with lace and embroid- ery. ' The startling mixture of colors and fabrics used in millinery is almost as gorgeous on new gowns and waists for the summer. We see, for instance, a bodice of cream, green and gold Per- sian silk shot with faintest lilac, with garnitures of pink chiffon, and belt, stock collar and bow of orange, white and black satin, and gros-grain ribbon. SCIENTIFIC SCRAPS. Mexico has had 260 revolutions since she shook off the Spanish yoke. History tells us that Galileo’s first telescope was an old piece of lead wa- ter pipe with spectacle lenses glued in each end. ‘ ~. - ' A chemist advises that canned, fruit be opened an' hour or two before it is used. ' It becomes richer after the oxy- Dr. Ayres was born August 14, 1808.5- vacate. ' . 1 .“ -, ._ ,' . genuf thefair has been restored .to it. _ H. H. WILLIAMS '17 Main St. SPECIAL SALE MILLINERY A Reduction of 25 per cent. on all Trimmed Hats and Bonnets. Ladies desiring a nice Trimmed Hat for little money, will do well to attend this sale. . FAWCETT’S I _a ”1133;511:1511 ‘ won warn 1.» w EEKLY 4 LORWALA *-' GAZETTE _ Everything First Class. - :«AND o’e ‘ \ sputum; \ u. . is known throughout cycling as a light, staunch, SWIISh, Speedy mount. There’s a best in every- thing; the ’96 Stcar'ns is a veritable edition dc quc among bicycles. Finished in black or orange. Stcarns riders are satisfied riders, and always proud as kings of their mounts. Your address will insure receipt of our hand- some new catalogue. E. c. STEARNS a co., Makers, Syracuse, N. 1!. Buffalo, N. Y. \ San Francisco, Cal. Toronto, Ont. H. R. BULKLEY & 60., Agents, SOUTH NORWALK. The Reduction in Hartford Bicycles has proved a drawing card. Ladies, Pattern No: 2, is in great demand, and orders are being received right along. Come in and examine it. Columbia, standard price to all, $1002: The F. S. Ambler cycle Gm. 29 Wall Street. ’m Doinglt..__ If you Don’t believe it, Come and See1 $|00 BICYCLES‘FOR $65. PIERGE, Latest ’96 ”ES, Pattern. L'IoIII - oowIiBus, Buililiopiiiii.“ IIIIIISHMI ’ ~ I "mam", ’ 4/ Fullliuarantee. DIANA, new ’ Easy Terms. WE ARE NOT IN THE COMBINE. For Terms and Lease of Norwalk Faivr'crounds, apply to LUTHER M. WRIGHT, Carriage Factory and Repository, Franklin & Madison 815., So. Ilorwalk. ///’:‘.:\ l 2‘ .szfgiéfd }?72 , . WAW Branch Shops at Broad River and Darion. THE WHITE SHOE STORE Is still in the lead. _We shall sell all of our Ladies’ $2.00 and $2.50 Tan, Lace and Button Shoes at. $ l .75 a pair. About 300 pairs in this let. your selections and get the greatest bargain in town; Come early and make OLSEN . BROS.’ WHITE SHOE STORE. 6 GAZETTE BUILDING, NORWALK. YOUR missus ARE USING PLtIiTED’S COUGH REMEDY AND RECOMMEND 1’!" S USE Get a Bottle sconce. 25 and 50 Cents. ALL DRUGGISTS. PRIVATE Instructions given in BOXING at the pupil’s home. no you Know “TI-O That you can save money by buying your Meats and Fish at r. w. SllTfllS, 55 Main Street. CLASS . Now foiming, and ap-v plicants desiring to join should apply at. once to Prof. Geo. Yoerger, . 1 South Nurwalk. : , _c-r at this, on... = . ‘ _EN ,Evnmncs"