NORW Founded in 1800.] VOL. Kent—No 45. 1111111111111 1131. Norfield Church War Closed. in Court Yesterday. ARGUED NEXT WEEK. ‘ Treasurer George 8. Allen, One of the Wit- nesses. The testimony in the Arthur case was concluded yesterday and the Judge set the date for the arguments for Fri- day, November 17, after short calendar. The morning session opened with the plaintiff, Rev. C. M. Arthur, again on the stand and his aim was to make plain to the court that he yet consid- ered himself a Congregational min- ister. He repudiated the action of the mutual council and also took occasion to show, if possible, the lack of knowl- edge on. the part of such men as the Revs. Palmer, De Peu, Russell and Stimson as to Congregationalism and . Congregational usages. Following him came George B. Allen the custodian of the cash belonging to the N orfield church. He failed to introduce any new evidence that served to change the situation materially. After re\cess Mr. and Mrs. Fitch were called by the prosecution to qrove the action of the church on the Sunday of the alleged recall. They succeeded in establishing their friendship for the deposed: aim in proving that their knowledge of the facts in the case was limited to only such allegations as would help the Rev. Authur’s cause. Neither‘of them cOuld recall the fact of the beautiful hymn “Blest be the Tie that Binds,” being read by the Rev. Arthur or sung. The plaintiff followed M r. Fitch to the stand and reiterated what he clatms he said in council: “I am being tried "for my life,” and was dismissed when he found the council against him, “put- ting in stufl’ that would ruin me with my church and the community where I lived, I did say that.” With this ,the prosebution rested and Attorney Gould called to the stand Charles Scofield, for the purpose of re- butting the evidence given by Mr. and Mrs. Fitch, and “prove the real facts that occurred at the meeting.” This led to an objection by Attorney Walsh, on the ground that the introduction of this testimony would be manifestly unjust to his client and that he had been influenced by the number of wit- nesses put on the stand by Attorney Gould. . Attorney for the defense strong plea for the admission of the evidence, alleging that by it he pro- posed to show that both Mr. and Mrs. Fitchhad either deliberately falsifiedor were not conversant with the real facts Attorney Walsh held to his objection, claiming prejudice and the judge re- fused to admit the evidence. Attorney Gould then asked that ex- ceptions be noted on his claim of right as sur-rebuttal; also in view of the al- leged false evidence of the two in question. Mrs. Scotield was then call- ed, but not permitted to testify on the same grounds. This rested the/ case for the prosecution. A-A ‘ To Assist Brother Hatters- A special meeting of the Hat Finish- ers and Makers will be held to-night, for the purpose of laying a tax of 2 cents on the dollar for the benefit of the strikers at Orange, N. J. A A-A ‘1 made a v A v7 Golden Anniversary. . United States Consul A. H.Bying ton at Naples, Italy, and Mrs. Byington, celebrated the golden anniversary of their marriage, at the United States i Consulate, Naples, on Wednesday, and received a number of congratulatory messages from their Connecticut friends. The natives of- sunny Italy are at a less to comprehend how this estimable and youthful a‘ppearingrYan- kee couple are able’ to figure out that they have been married fifty years, no- ess the years in America are shorter than they make them over theref— _ New Haven Palladmm: _ * .1 Advertise. 1.: TEEGAEETTE: ' An Entertaining and I nstmctwe Home Journal Especmlly Devoted to Local News and Interests. ST. JOHN-LOUDEN. Frederick L St- John and Miss Clara Louden Wedded By Rev. Dr- T. K. Noble. A very pretty wedding occured at Silver Mine at 8:30 o’clock lasteyening, which united Miss Clara, Louden of that place and Frederick I. St. John of Broad River. The ceremony was performed' 1n the newly furnished home of the couple, by the Rev. T- K. Noble, D. D. The bride worea gown of white or- gandie with lace and ribbon trimming, and in her hair she wore white satin ribbon instead of a veil, which was very becoming. She carried bride roses. There were two little maids of honor, Miss Flossie Fiedler and Miss Florence St. John, a niece of the groom. They were daintily gowned in white. About forty relatives and friends wit~ nessed the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. St. John were the recipients of many handsome presents. They have begun house keeping in their new home. 0ne Remonstrance. session in Stamford. yesterday granting licenses. Only one remonstrance was filed, and that against Joseph H. Leslie of Glenbrook.’ Arrived Home. J. R. Marvin and daughter, Miss Clara Marvin of East avenue and Mrs. Julia P. Wilson arrivedahome last night from their European tour/on the White Star line steamer Oceanic. ' Boston Store- Extra winter values every day are offered to the patrons of the Boston Store. This is their twelfth winter in Norwalk and it is to be made memor- able by the bargins offered, all of which are cash-saving to the people of the town. This week many things are quoted among which are Dress Goods, J acket-s and Capes, bed comfortables and blankets and many other things. Read the Adv. today and pay a visit to the store where many things too numerous to mention can be bought at prices lower than elsewhere. A A-= Large Poultry Raisers. Judge Tyler, who resides in Newfield a few miles out of Winsted, is prob- ably the largest poultry raiser in- the state. He now has between 3,000 and 4,000 chickens, and his entire farm is utilized asa running place for chick- ens. It requires five men to care for them. Hawks, foxes, and other poultry fanciers help to keep these men busy. Nearly all the chickens are white in color. ' The nextlargest poultryman there abouts is Mr. Gillette, of Colebrook River, who has between 1,000 and 1,200 chickens. Mr. Gillette is one of the chicken raisers who makes a success of his business, and has made money. ‘AA‘A ‘v Swindled Out qf’one Dollar. George Hinchcliife, who lives at the corner of Chestnut and Henry streets, reported to the police Wednesday evening that his wife had been swind- led of $1 by a fakir, who had called at the house during his absence and giv- en her a few pieces of marble in ex- change, under the pretence of havi 1,; been sent to the house by Mr. Hinch- cliffe with some chemicals. The man’s story was plausible and he explained that the stone was to be placed in the bottom of lamps to keep them from ex- ploding. I The fellow has not been ap- prehended and it is probable that he has gone out of town. Business Meeting. The South Norwalk Congregational church held a special business meeting in the church, last night. The subject of the new rules and bylaws was brought up and it’was voted to adopt them. ’ A business committee composed of John H. Ferris, Jacob M. Layton and Christian Swartz was elected and David E. Disbrow was elected clerk of the committee and treasurer of the church debt fund. Jacob M. Layton was elected Treas- urer. A committee composed of Frank A- Ferris and Mrs. Gerald H. Beard was appointed to attend the conference in Hartford. A- A w-v The Appetite of a Goal Is envied by all poor dyspeptics whose Ssomach and Liver are out of order. King’s New Life Pills. the wonderful Stomach and Liver Remedy, gives a splendid appetite, sound digestion and aregular bodily habit that insure gerfect health and great energy. Only Joe. at John A Biggs’ drug store, 11 Main street. w The county commissioners were in All such should know that Dr. A 31111111 MURDER. Mrs. Sarah C. King Killed in a Lonely House Near Long Ridge. YOUNG BOY ARRESTED. Accused is But Seventeen Years of Age. Mrs. Sarah C. King, sixty years old. was killed at her home at Long Ridge, Wednesday night. Her husband is a paper cutter and printer, residing at 738 Lexington ave- nue, New York. He comes home only on Saturday nights. The only other occupant of the house, Charles Bertram Cross. teen, whose parents are dead, but who has grandparents living in Brooklyn, is under arrest on suspicion. He it was who first gave the alarm to Stephen D. Merritt, a near neighbor, at about 9 o’clock that night. He said he had left Mrs. King sitting in the front room reading, while he went out ‘doors. He returned in ten minutes, but Mrs. King was not then in the front room. All the rest of the house was dark. He says he heard. groans in her bedroom up stairs and groped his way there. Lighting a match he says he found Mrs. King lying unconscious on the bed, her clothes torn off. He threw a blanket over her and ran down stairs and out to Mr. Merritt’s house;~ Mr. Merritt returned with the boy. He said he had not noticed any light in the upper room that night, althoughi'it' was evident that the deed had not been. done in the dark. " There was a. contu- sion over the right eye and other bruises, as though the woman’s life had been beaten out. The scalp was only cut in one small place, as though by a blunt instrument. Her clothes had been torn off and thrown on the floor in a heap. There was evidently no intent to commit robbery for $10 in bills were found in one of the woman’s pockets. , Mt s. King died at half-past 10 o ’cloc it, never gaining consciousness. Deputy Sheriff Miller arrived at mid- night. The Cross boy was placed un- der arrest and taken to Stamford. He was the last person with the murdered woman. Neighbors had not seen her that day, and Miller thinks the deed was committed in the daylight. A messenger was sent to the woman’s husband. Two miles from the scene of the trag- edy Sharach Close, the Stanwich post- master, was found dead with his skull crushed six months ago. His murder— er was not found. Coroner Doten of Bridgeport,visited Long Ridge yesterday afternoon and investigated the case. The body of the woman was then taken to Stamford, where an autopsy was performed by Medical Examiner Sherr1ll, assisted by Dr. Portervof Bridgeport. It was found that the immediate cause of death was a clot of blood on the brain, butMedical Examiner Sherrill refused to state further what the autopsy had disclosed. Reckless Driving. About 5 o'clock last evening an Ital- ian drdve at a reckless gait around the 'corner of Water and Wall street and collided with a young lady on a wheel in front of Gusowski’s store. «Only the ale:tness of the young lady in jumping from her bicycle prevented a serious accident. as it was the horse struck her. The Italian was unable to stop his horse until he had nearly reached the b1 1dge ‘1 , ———————<o.o>———-—-—- Attempt at Burglary. An attempt was, made to 'burglarize the residence of Mrs. Ellen Jarvis, in Main street, this city, Thesday evens: ing while'Mt-s. Jarv isi‘was at church. There was some one at home, and the .y would-be intruders were frightened away. When Mrs. Jarvis returned an inves- tigation was made and it was found that a' bedroom windbw had been forc- . ed open, but 11,11. the home 11:11.... 5 “ been on cred . , . a boy of seven- NORWALK CONN.. FRIDAY. NOVEMBER 10 1899 —12 PAGES .1- AMUSEMENTS # “A Prince of Egypt. " The production ts mounted and cos- tumed“ regardless of expense. The Costume des1gns are from descriptions and models of the celebrated historian Sir of Gard-her. Wilkinson author of “The .. ‘ncfent Egyptians.” 'I’he scen- ery is S." “feature and represents the most popular revered idols and gods of the Egyptians and is mythologically and historically correct The models are takenfrom the Gallery of Anti quitiés selected from the British muse- um by F. Arundale architect and of Bonoini sculptor. The great suCcess attaidged by Walter C. Clark’s “Panto- mim ‘ Ben-Eur” was largely due to the manner in which it was staged. Graham Genuine Southern Specialty Co. Mahager Heyt 1s preparing for a hot time at the Hoyt’ 3 Theatre to-night and Saturday when the cream of the colmed professit'm will be seen with Graham. Genuine Southern Specialty Co. ,which is famous for its big choruses, chaml ion buck and wing dancers, and its m nificently produced cake walk, its thirty creole ecstaciesuin ebony who have set the country singing their fascinating and melodious coon ballads. An opening farce comedy by Mr. Mc- N ally lof'the Boston Herald, introduces the entire company, entitled “Sarah Jackson’ sReception” and is a joyous blending of song, story and dance. Sat- urday Matinee at 2, prices 10 and 25 cents. Cut-His Head. , An unknown bicyclist ran into Har- ry Bussing’s carriage wheel on Stuart avenue yesterday; afternoon and cut a gash in his head. The carriage and bicycle we. e uninjured. A-A-= Not A Sporting Sheet. By some means there has stray ed in- to this sanctum a well printed journal, seemingly of a literary character, en: titled “Official Number: The Club of the sporting editor but he pointed out that, instead of being devoted to the interests of the muscular fair who do stunts with Indian clubs, the publi- cation was the November number of the “OfficialOrgan of the G.F.W.C.Board” which initials symbolize to the elect the “General Federation of Women’s Clubs.” Our esteemed contemporary evidently fills the proverbial long felt want as we notice that it states in its editorial notes: “Be as gracious and courteous at home as you . are at the club; carry the club spirit of tolerance and magnanimity into the home life, ” which being interpreted by a bright little club-woman, is said to mean: “When you get home pull out the hair that you did not dare 'to pull out at the club.” We find much to admire in an excel: lent article in the Club Woman on “Parliamentary Usage” by Mrs. Em- ma (not Della) Fox and desire to heartily endorse the following: “N03 member shall speak more than twice upon the same question, not more than five minutes at a time without the con- sent of the assembly.” gracious courtesy may be advantage- ously carried into the home-circle, es- pecially when the club-woman’s hus- band comes home from his man’s club tired and weary after a heated discus- sion on the question of expansion, per- sonal or national. We find that the G. F. W. C. has a total membership of 149,405. and the estimated annual income at a tax of 3 cents per capita amounts to $4,482. We trust that the G. F. W. C. does not have to often spend several times the per capitatax in postage on dun- . hing letters to backward tax payers. One good thing in the Club Woman is an article upon alum baking pow- ders and it is said that such injurious means of making unwholesome food are manufactured in New Haven. It is pleasing to find that an article in the oflical organ of the. G. F. W. C. from the type-writer of Dotha Stone Pinned winds up as follows: “l"ne Woman’s club of N orwalk, one of the most serious of the literary clubs of the state, is studying this year Russian literature and art.” That is just like that dead slow towa. Why, a Bridge- port woman’s club, a serious one too, used to discuss a whole Christtanj cen- t' turyi‘n asingle eveningl—eBt-idgeporti Telegram. What Do the Children Drink? . Don’t give them tea or coffee Have an tried the new food drink called Grain-0 ’ It 15 delicious and nourish tag and takes the place of coffee. The r more health you A=distrib'1ute through that systems. Grain-U is made cf pure grit, s" and when properly prepared ‘ “like the choice grades of coffee 15c and zoo. . 3.1"- thman. ”3,011 this account the paper . was handed over to the tender mercies - Perhaps this . e Grain-'0 you drive the children the -. EAST NORWALK. James L’Hommedieu of Seaside place led the Thursday evening prayer meet- ing in place of Rev. J. J. Foust who is ill. The offical board held a meeting after the prayer service. Louis St. John of St. John avenue has returned home from Norfolk and Richmond, Virginia, where he has been in the interest of the Norwalk Iron Works company. The Mayflower Base Ball club met last night and settled up accounts' for the dance held recently. The profits were $37, 05. Arthur Ferris of Riverside avenue took a party out fishing yesterday. Some large blackfish were captured. _ Bicycle Thief- A boy attempted to ride off with Denny S.Hull’s wheel from the Baptist church last night,but was discovered by Frank Crowther and the wheel re- covered. The young? thief made his escape. A A V Central Club Whist. The Central club weekly whist party was held in the club house yesterday afternoon under the direction of Mrs. H. Whitmore Gregory. -——-————<o.o>-———-——— Surprise Party. About thirty of the friends of Miss Annie Chittim, of Center avenue, gave her a surprise party last night. Danc- ing, games, music and refreshments served to pass away several happy hours. ———————-<o.op——————- Boxing in Waterbury. At the boxing carnival at the Water- bury Auditorium last nigh t, before 3,000 people, Dick O’Brien of Lewiston, Me., got the decision over Dan Murphy of that city in the 17th round. They were matched for 20 rounds at catch- weights. O’Brien was considerably the heavier. Up to the 12 th round the bout was a toss up but after that O’Brien’ s weight began to. tell and in the 17th he '1. ‘ not have steam enough for a knockout. The referee gave the decision O’Brien. Austin l-tice of New London, was giv- en the decision on points in a. 15-1'ound go at 118 pounds with Tom Sullivan of Brooklyn; and H. Galway of Water- bury and Billy Menard of New York, fought 10 rounds at catchweights to a draw. A AAA Attorney J. Belden Hurlbutt and Frank Van Buren are hunting in the woods of Wilton for game today. Brown’s Business College is playing football with the Stamford High school in Stamford this afternoon. The members of Eureka Lodge, Daughters of Rebekah, paid a visit to CharityLodge of Bridgeport last night. A pleasant evening was passed. A-A A "v 7 Italian Moun’tnlnn'té‘ Be Decorated. Italy’s mountains are in a. fair way of being decorated, should one of the ideas now entertained of commemorating the “holy year” of 1900 be carried out. It is the intention'of especial commit- tee just formed to erect 19 statues, one for each century since the birth of Christ, on high mountain peaks in dif- ferent parts of the peninsula. The. statues will all be colossal figures of the redeemed, in gilded. cast iron, to be il- luminated at night. T10. lotto 11.... _ - PRICE TWO CENTS. ‘ Danbury Horse Stolen. The police received word by tele- ' phone last night to look out fer a. horse and wagon stolen from Danbury. The animal is described as being . a dark brown mare with one, white hind" foot. Shehad never been shod. Thewagon ’ wasa Mower runabout, black body and London smoke gear. 7 The harness was rubber trimmed with gold rosettes.“ In the'Wagon was an olive green mat and . a light blanket with square , block check. Vestibule Cars. ' ‘ car No. 9 of the Norwalk Tramway Company appeared this. morning with vestibule at both ends. A newsboy aptly , ‘ described theflmonstrosity when he yell-q ed to a companion,“Say Jimmy, lock at ‘ l the moterman in a coffin.” HO...“ Unclaimed Letters. Thefollowing letters remain uncalled ed for at the Norwalk post-office, No- vember 10th: _ Daniel Began. Miss C. E. Gainer, EllenJohnson, F. J. Johanson. B. S. KEITH. P. M. FOR SALE. FOR SALE—One of the best building lots in the city; five minutes wa 1: from Bridge. Water and gas on street. W. H. Byington, Insurance, GAZETTE Building. N30 tf OR SALE—Three fine building lots on Wilton avenue. 0. E. Wilson, Insurance, GAZETTE Building. N30 tf FOR SALE—House at Broad River, 6 rooms and basement; new barn: ' lot 75x200; chicken house and fruit. W. H. ByingtOn, Insurance, GAZETTE Building. M8 tf FOR SALE—House on Franklin ave nue, water and sewer connection; barn and hennery. W. H. Byington, Insur ance, GAZETTE Building. M8 tf FOR SALE OR RENT—House on Camp street; 13 rooms, modern im- provements; barn and large carriage house. H. Byington, Insurance, GAZETTE Building. - M8 tf ' V ‘0 RENT—House of 8 rooms, 20 Center Avenue. Rent moderate. Convenient for either one or two fam- ilies. Two minutes walkto red line car. zInfquire 53 West avenue. A. 43 TO RENT—A small 7 room cottage on Union Place to rent cheap. Apply to Chas. Olmstead or W. H. Byington, Room 1. GAZETTE Building. 0 RENT—A large hall' 1n the GA- ZETTE Building. Apply to Charles Olmstead, Masonic Building. N30 ‘tf WANTED. ANTED—Local or traveling sales- men, salary or commission, to handle our Oils, Greases, Petrolatum, Paints and White Lead. Goods guar- anteed. Prices low. Good freight rates and prompt delivery. Penn Pet- roratum Co., Corapolis, Pa. ANTED.—Moulder’s' Wanted—t Bench Moulders for out of town. Apply 50 Clifi Street, N. Y. City. N9-3t ANTED—Contractors to know that the Fidelity and Deposit Co, of Maryland, furnishes surety. W. H. Byington, agent GAZETTE Build ing. N30 tf ANTED—Houses and Real Estate to sell. W. H. byington, Insur- ance, GAZETTE Building. N30 fl Professional Card. ADIES’ NURSE... Apply 9 Warren street 010 tf To Advertisers! Read What Buxton & Bussfng have to say- about the circuIation of the EVENING GAZETTE, and then save money by placing your advertising where it will be read in every home. 51‘ 3e» whom v9 two/1.x WWW: Shaw tewr‘vllfi‘tlm Val/3.111% or tlw 8szva Who 0.10 elk ch (3M1 l'vevuvw vw tlvv WINK cl< M1 Mlle woo, cl Mb Mmedllo c to about 1} as much vAll grocers : 3’ *
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