or asses—a: mall. in ad-
mammoth»
moron-.2... no Washington street.
Immersed; telephone call. can. Branch
, min. lie. a Wall street. Norwalk: telephone
1 I ”HIUIIIOAI'IOIII should In all csses be
«new to
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Sous! Noun“. cell.
smear. MA 15. test.
In In! lot-alt! Weather forecast.
The feather today promises to be generally
and warmer. Tomorrow it promises
flair and warmer.
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. heiress Point of no no monster.
The lowest point of the thermometer for the
twenty-four hours ending at noon today was
a? above sore; highest. Mo .
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, re ‘l-IIOI («raw-mow.
fwd so can" Millie“
: Fun With the British Budget.
‘ Sir William .Vernon Harcourt. the
present chnncellor of the British excheq-
nor. once remarked that if . . the. woman
suffrage bill should become law in Eng-
- land he would never speak in the house
of commons again. "By all means, then,
‘ let us pass the woman suffrage bill.” cr-
' : [claimed Henry Labouldiere.
Sir William made one of his dullest,
dreariest speeches‘rccentl y when he laid
before the commons his budget of finan-
cisl estimates for the coming year. He
spoke a little less than three hours. The
'hdflsh have only one thing to be thank-
ful for in their own financial situation,
and that is that their deficit is less than
, ‘ ’ ours. Theirs is ”2,510,000. Sir Wilc
’, liam Vernon Harcourt proposed to meet
. ‘ it in part by an increase of death duties.
as thevarious forms of tax on inherit-
a‘uoes are termed. A graduated tax of 8
;. percent on the largest estates. he thought.
3 would be about right. This would make
the tax so high that few rich people
could afford to dis. Sir William also
wishes to increase the income tax and
apply a graduated scale to it. i'
But'wheu the solemn chancellor of the
exchequer spoke of increasing the tax on
epirits and beer the sleeping lion in the
Irish breast was aroused. An Irish mem-
ber, Mr. Clancy. sprang to his feet and
declared that whisky was the national
beverage of Ireland, and an additional
tax on it would be keenly felt. It would
cause great suffering. in fact. if this new
stroke of English tyranny toward Irev
land were insisted on.
In jausvl'er Mr. Harcourt presented
some figures which will surprise all those
who believe the Irish are devoted to whis-
ky. He quoted statistics showing that
, the consumption of whisky per head was
less in Ireland than in either England or
Scotland! The cost of spirituous liquors
in Ireland was 13 shillings per head. in
England it was lli shillings. while in
Scotland it rose to Ill shillings. But this
may mean that lnsh whisky is cheaper
than that in England and Scotland.
| .
”Iv-'9
lie Hated Womcn.
' Almost anything will do as a reason
for committing suicide when a man
makes up his mind to if. butthe quecresf
reason was that which induced a wealthy
bachelor of New York to shoot himself.
It was that he hated women. He re-
marked a little while before. he did the
deed that his business was not going
just to suit him: that he only had three
. or four old men to help him. but that
2 dullness of the commercial aspccl was
7 only a result of his aversion to Women,
.. He was in the jewelry line. and if he
i had had half a dozen active. pretty girl
i clerks around him they would have made
both trade and the old bachelor lively.
He had such a hatred for Women that
he quarrelcd with the janitor of his flat
for sending up his breakfast by one of
thehorrible sex. lie insisted that the
girl should be discharged and a man
hind in her place. This was inconwn-
lent, and finally a conlpromisc was
mule with the woman lum-r whereby the
maid should tiptoc softly in with his cof-
fee and roll. then fiptoc us softly out.
and after she was rat» out of sight be-
yoad the door she- was to ring the bell
smartly and wake him up. This served
- ‘ for awhile. Then finally one morning
hswss found breathing his last from a
pistol shot. The revolver lay by his side.
He was an ldlotically foolish man to
fill himself because he detested women.
If he had only lived. he could have for-
nested women for 80 years at least and
M even with them. Best of all. he
mu have wreaked undying vengeance
an elf cranium Mlnlnobymrrylnz
_, sseotthemsodllvlog whither. ,
. Minibus cornered political sli-
IhiiwlnGrestBrltslnthst is interest-
ing. Thelrlsh, the lecrslssadthe'l'o—
risssludfscing one soother. The Irish
Wthebslsaceof power. If the Lib-
ask are slow about man; fmsrd
.flmrulsntrssyevenbs thssthe
mtoywlth the Tories sudpsln
‘ , _ »...The’lfoslssm o
accessory action toward the selecfion of
another slts.
was then read by Mr. Dlokermau.
following resolution was offered by John
E. Light. of the district commune,
snd‘seconded by A. Blanchard:
besnd they ., hereby are authorized and
empowered to‘ cause vmhe erected and
connected with the old school building.
substantially agreeable to plans submit.-
ted to this meeting. prepared by Willlsui
8. Knapp. arch tact. and to borrow. on
the credit of the distrlot, such was or
some of money as may found
necessary to pay for said work. and the
incidental expenses connected therewith.
not wexoeed in the wholesum of 320,000.
Mr. Blanchard then addressed the
meeting. stating that it was an admitted
fact that the school should be erected on
a site from which the best advantage
could be derived. He' read a'letter from
Edward D. Robbins, of Wethersfleld. a
member of the State Board of Education.
which stated that there are several schools
in Hartford containing 1.000 scholars. Mr.
of the important factors in educational
advantages. and asked if the site re-
ferred to was not acceptable that some-
one name n suitable .‘siic. lie thought
that tocentralizo the school would be
the proper policy.
John A. Slater argued that the erect-
ion of another school on the Franklin
street lot would not only injure the
beauty of the present building. but there
would not be ample. playground for the
children. As to the large number of
scholars. he thought the location of the
school had a tendency to increase
the number of scholars, as the Frank-
lin street school was a popular one and
therefore conducive to a large atten-
dance.- That the majority of the school
children reside north of Concord street.
he thought was correct. After a careful
investigation he. had found that the dis-
tance between the Franklin and Concord
street schools was four-tenths of a mile,
while the distance between the Franklin
street school and the district line was
six-tenths of a mile. llc favored a
school building that would be easily ac~
cessible from both sides, or on a line
with Cedar street. somewhere in the vi-
cinity of West and Fairfield avenues.
lie also advocated the erection of an
eight room building. which would pro-
vide ample accumulations for those de-
siring an education. Four-room schmls
would nelatusitate removing pupils. and
he naked why shouldn’t a school. at .a
cost of $15,000 be erected? lrle hoped
thatsubject would be thoroughly dis-
cussed. lle. for one. was perfectly satis-
fied with the work of the committee. but
his view only displayul a difference of
opinion in the selection of a site.
Mr. Light said this building would
demonstrate economy to the amount of
nearly $2.500. An argument between
the speaker and E. A. Woodward follow.
ed, regarding insurance. Richard 8.
Golden was referred to. and he answer-
ed that. by the erection of a brick build-
ing in close proximity to the frame
building. would be immaterial as far as
insurance was concerned. Mr. Light
oceeded, stating that he had question
01 many gentlemen thoroughly acquaint
ed with school matters. and they all said
emphatically to erect a newscbool house
on the proposed sine. as it was advan-
tageous to instructors and scholars by
being so closely united with the present
building.
Robert Pearson spoke of how. twelve
years ago. the question of room arose at
the time of construction of the Concord
street school; that today therc are not
ample facilities for the children during
recitation hours. He understood that
this meeting was called to talk new busi-
ness and not pursue the same ideas that
were advanced at tbelsst meeting. llo
asked that‘scommlttee of live be ap-
pointed to select I site In the northwest.
em part of the dlstriot. ills motion was
amended by Mr. mater.
An animated discussion then followed,
during which Mr. Swarm asked that Mr.
Light's resolution be submitted again
for reading. The resolution was read.
Mr. Swarm then made a motion that
the resolution be declared out of order.
The chair. however, sustained the reso-
lution. John W. Ilstc snd E. A. Wood-
ward were appointed tellers. and a vote
was taken wlth the following result: To-
tal vote cast. 57; eyes. 30; nays. 27.
Mr. Woodward. after Mr. Pearson had
again moved that a committee of live he
‘vm sppolutedflhe gentlemen compris-
rrss hold in the assembly room at the
Insulin lIruet school building. last
eight, to consider the sdvlssblllty cg
erecting s new school buildlog on the
Franklin street lot. or to .tskek- say
The meeting was celled
w‘ wonder by m Diem-u. clerk of
the district; Robert H. Rowan was chosen
chairman. and theeall‘ for the meeting
The
Wood, That the district committee
sult‘sbl‘ equi pod anew school building
on the’Frandlm street school lot. to he
Blanchard said centralization was one»
. "0'3 P"
pilssnd ”I the primary scholars. lie
north oflllcnms stem
down town, ‘ .
Among thsotbsrsfldeslrlog to see th
district committee‘ “:9. copjunotlon
with the committee of live. was Charles
R. Townsend. When the resolution
as W. o «adulation-s:
Resolved. That s casualties of llvebs
appointed the chair, to recommend a
s to or sites or s new school house in the
South Norwslk Union School district.
and report at a meeting called for that
purpose. ‘_
This motion was unanimously carried,
and the chair appointed the following
gentlemen: ‘Rlohsi'd B. Golden, John
McMahon; Christian Swans. Robert
Peerscn and Edwin Adams.
m
POPULAR AIUSEI ENTS.
musical and Dramatlcfllvaats of Interest
to the People of Nor-all. .
That primitive New England has lost
none of Its attractiveness and New
England ways none of their charm was
most sstlsfsctorly demonstrated by the
large audience that assembled in Music
argued for the establishment o! s school
Hall. last night, to witne- Neil Burgess’
rural comedy, "The County Fair." it:
was a play sboundmg with rustic come-1
liness of character. cheery scenes and:
lovable people. The central figure was.
Abigail Prue. who. with her corkfi
screw curls and generous heart. was.
all her old-fashioned ways. there was
something quite delighiful that seemed?
to win the audience as did her admirer'
Otis Tucker. a genuine countryman with
just enough. mingling of the droll and
the ridiculous to make a most amusing
character. "Cold Molasses." the winner .
ol' the realistic race. won all hearts as be?
sorely deserved,and was rewarded by:
warm applause. This grouping. with.
formed a most pleasing picture set in the;
scenes of‘simple rural life. The entire'
production was so lamenting story.
the other good persuasion of their permi
<>
stone.
NORWALK. CONN.
A Big Surprise for Everyone
In this Advanced Age Surprises arc Rare! We offer you for
atruly oouulryproductiom yet.»amidl‘» » - ~ ..
or.
8mm“! Monday andlueslal.
well told. The male quartette. at the.
bucking bee. was an additional feature:
of merit. and won appreciative applause. .
John L. Sullivan. the pugillst. has j'
given up his first love and is devoting his l
time and all his powers In a laudable of- 1
fort to become a worthy actor. and. ac-
cording to all accounts. Mr. Sullivan is;
likely to succeed beyond his own expect- 3
atious. In the part of Captain Harcourt» s
in the play of "The Ilsa From Boston,"
MAY 12. 14 All 15,
Genuine Surprises in the way of Bargains that Will astonish even
the greatest economist. Our methods and aims are to Suit-
you. Everything offered will be found just as advertised.
appointed, did that if such s committee
which will be played at the Norwslkg
Opera House. tonight, Mr. Sullivan has.
l
I
opportunity toehow how much advance— ,
meat he has made in his dramatic ‘cs-E
veer. The part. that of s gentleman;
yacht owner. who. by his quick thoughll
and action at critical moments, proves‘.
himself to be the friend in need who is a
friend indeed. calls for quiet, forceful.
acting. the entire absence of blaster 0,.
rant being a marked characteristic.
Nature has been kind to John I. Sulli-
van. giving blm a massive figure and
brawuy wrse such as we seldom see; to
these physlclal “vantages may be sddedl
a pair of nationally keen. handsome?
eyes, and a full rich voice, managed by .
Mr. fiullivau with discretion and taste.
fine of the best mlnstrel shows on the;
road will be seen here Thursday nlght.’
when Frank Cushmsn‘s Progrrsslve‘
Minstrels will appear at Hoyt‘s Opera
House. There will be a street parade at
noon. when Klsell the great ride jug-
gler. will give an exhibition on the
5‘1““: .
Did you ever see fourteen children
tend on their heads at onetime? If
t. come to the Hospital entertainment.
Friday night and Saturday afternoon,
and behold this novel sight. Trinity
church children are the possessor- of the
secret. and it Is for you to discover how
It Isdoue. The children will sing. and.
as their voices have been trained by Its:
Beers. the well-known soprano, the slap
lug wIIl be first-clan. After each verse
the feet referred to takes plscc.aod It In
a feat of the feet well worth seeing.
In relation to linutlug's circus. which
wIIl exhibit in South Norwslk. May is,
the New York Clipper has the Iollmrlng
In Its Issue of April '7:
The show Is the largest. strongest and.
best Mr. Hunting has ever run: not a,
weak not In the ring. The band ls «lo
pent. every man a soloist. under the
cadership of Eugene Week. The l»-
l’anu are doing a Ilneact this season.
also the “Ilrsces.” llob lluotlng‘s
clowning takes wellzheul surest lav-l
orite. Louis Huang. the managers
semis develo light a first-class per»
former. He .oes several sets now that
.will rack with the betel than, allho h
a child In years. The managers: is «pl is
a feature this mason. and Is among the
top tines.
marines” Visit nuns Tribe.
The officersof Querlhcsg'l'rlhe. No. 37.
I. o. n. 10., of Bridgeport, visited Usess
race. last agar. and «loaned the
Missal the adoption degree. do well
plus-em the WW um my
W extended so invitation in
Norwalk brethren b
births _olooms’tlttss.whchsdm m
worhdsessrnsstfyssddlllseullriahs- psoshatelty on WM, the m
WKMM.MMmW hst..towrkfbsdsprelor m. and
cftbsoommltlss. futhscsfshrstlonof the
usual. predictor-emulate. “Wanner“. All".
mm ‘ . ' sous-t
wgmmwmw («Mullins “when
I90
cents.
I90
I90
I90
I90
I90
If anything purchased of us is not satisfactory, it
may be returned, and your money will be cheer-
fully refunded
MEN'S FURNISHINGS.
20 dozen Ties, in tacks and four-in-
hands. our regular filo-cent goods, for 19
1 pair all-linen Guile and 1 founply Col-
lar; value. 38 cents; now 19 cents.
50 dozen men’s Half-hose: at this sale,
three pairs for 19 cents.
25 dozen Braces; regular value. 25 cents
a pair; now 2 pairs. 19 cents.
Men's and boys' sateen Windsor Ties;
six for 19 cents.
()ne broken lot men's summer Under-
wear. in gray and white; regular prices,
.25 cents to 4.5 cents each; choice at 19 cents.
HRSIERY ANll UNDERWEAR.
I90
I90
Ladics' fast black Hose. full regular
made; two pairs for in cents.
Ladies’ regular made Balbriggan Hose;
Most dealers ask 25 cents a pair; while
they last, tvro pairs for 19 cents.
{I90
{10 dozen ladies’ ribbed Vests; big value
at '25 cents: now 19 cents.
19-CENT SALE-19
NRTIUNS.
Let Big Values in “Little Things" sug.
goal the greater values in heavier lines.
I90
cents.
I90
price. 19 cents.
I90
Three hundred
038 H .
regular price, gr 00kg and Eyes,
50 cents; special for 19
One hundred dozen “Dragon” Cotton-
regular price, 45 cents a dozen; said
Two Hundred Pieces Feather ut'
Braid.12~yard lengths, worth 8 oilfield
piece; at this sale you get four pieces for lllc.
I90
I90
I90
I
I90
19 cents.
(Inc Hundred Dozen S ools ii
Cotton; at this sale, two doz. for gills?
Five Balls Clark‘s (l, N. ’l‘. .. _
Ion for in Cents. Crochet Cot
Lindsay Hose 3" Otters, .
all colors. at In come. with Belts,
TWenty-Fi'vo Dozen Clothes Brush '
regular price, flu cents each; new 19 es,
cts.
Jet Dress Trimming; re lar rice ’I
cents a yard: sale priceg‘iwo ypards'l'tlnt
wmmmm tram-d- oom-sombre“ plsess ell-st:
m%““w% " m “Wooten: the na-
mas. common. . -
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