at its mm on of as tumor Court in some one: mm on llli tutu. Prisoum “about to its this Prison ‘Forsi’erlod oi Five Years Ens—.oum ' only to Change m Piss will. pesllo ibe‘lercy of its Conn. The Superior Court, criminal side. opened in Bridgeport yesterday, with Judge Ralph Wheeler on the bench. Lit: tle else was accomplished than putting the prisonersto plead and in everyilns‘ taucea plea of not guilty was entered. This course is usually pursued by crimi‘ nals wh’etlfer guilty or not guilty, as they ' are aware of the fact that if they change ‘ their pleas and save the state the expense of alengthy trial they can compromise and expect some leniency on the part of the state. It is ex cted that today a a number of the prisoners will change ‘ their pleas and appeal to the mercy of the court, although it is said-that an unusu- ally large number will insist on a trial. In that event the session cg the court will be prolonged for several weeks. Pleas were changed yesterday in only two instances and in each case a sentence of confinement in the state prison for a period of five years was imposed. The first one was that of John O’Mara, of Stamford. He was charged with having committed a murderous assault on his . sister-imlaw, Mrs. Mary O’Mara. The assault took place on April 1. Mrs. Mary O’Mara was in court and inclined to be lenient with her assailant. The latter was permitted to plead guilty to assault with intent to kill, a crime 3: a ids seri- ous nature under the law than the origin- al indictment; and the accused appeared tobe satisfied with the sentence of the " court. He will commence his term of five years next week. The second prisoner sentenced was John H. Rodgers, charged with the burglary of Elizabeth A. Rich‘s house in Greenwich. With good behavior, Rogers will be re- leased from the state prison at the same tiine'asO’Mara. Joseph Miller, the man arrested at. Wil ton, charged with attempting to crimi- nally assault Emma Scribner, a twelve- yearold girl of that place, said he was not guilty of the charge. William Dean, the Greenwich burglar who attempted to kill Deputy Sheriff Fitzroy when the latter tried to take him into custody, pleaded not guilty to at- tempt at murder. Dr. Otto Hengst, a physician who was arrested,charged with bigamy, and whom it was expected would secure bonds before the present session of the court opened, pleaded not guilty to the charge against him. It is alleged that when the physi- cian married Mary Mueller, of Bridge- port, he had a wife living in the person of Sephia Stark, of Vermont. The first wife traced her husband to Bridgeport, and acquainted the parents of wife No. :3 of the condition of affairs. Mrs. Mueller’s parents traced the physician to Marion. Ohio, and a deputy sherifl went there and brought the physician back for trial Anthony Sobloskie. the burglar who escaped from the county jail. and several months afterward was found in l’lttsburg, and brought back to Bridgeport, pleaded not guilty to the information of burglar- izing the stores of Thomas Finney and James l). Martin. James ll. Marlin,a young man who shot his wile at her home in Bridgeport, and then tried to end his own existence but was saved by a buckle on his suspen- ders. pleaded not guilty to the charge of attempted murder. Huntley Walker, in colored man. who attacked Joseph Leonard several weeks ago and stabbed the latter, said he was not guilty of the charge of attempting to kill Leonard. llerman Moises. of East Bridgeport, arrested for theft and who had four child‘ reu starving at the time of her arrest, said she was not guilty of theft. ~ About twenty other prisoners charged with minor offences all pleaded not guilty DAMIAN FRO. A WAGON. AMTsimFrlallislsniimbniiasad . liens, islarisg ills lirlvsr. 3 Yesterday afternoon James .Msgner was preparing to take some hats from Crofut a Kaspp’s lower factory, corner of Tahoe and Water streets, to the duo's upper factory on North Main street. Mr. lilagnsr win the rear of the fac- torymtaudiug lip in the wagon, and raised the large umbrella that belongs on the ' vehicle. in doing so the horse was frightv soul and ran, throwing Mr. Magner out backward. The animal continued his flight through tol’l‘ollss sheet. Here he dashed into a feces and cleared himself. goingouluto Water street.whmhowss eaugbtisMr. We task was injured and bows- ’seuswhotshahenup. ‘ ”Wharton“- tsatustousesorltsts it bdngtaksnto s M” Matron-mm lsilvermlse Forum m file home to visit a neighbor. through a lonely and wooded piece of road she met arough looking man with disheveled hair and an unkempt beard. He had an evil countenance, and as she neared him she edged to the side of the road to let him pass. He stopped and ac- costed her, instead of passing on. She turned frbm him. but he jumped and grabbed hold'of her. Guthrie into the woods by the roadside. She screamed for help, and a struggle ensued. Mrs. Guthrjle finally got away and ran home, taking a portion of her as- sailant‘s vest with her. frightened, and it was some moments be- fore she could explain the affair to her husband. was a peddler because he had a pack con- taining some whisk brooms. neighbors oi the outrage and they set out to find the fellow, while Mr, Guthrie drove to Norwalk after a constable. been caught, but a clue to him has been secured. before night. Words Over a Dusky Belle oi Stamford Ends in merly of Norwalk, were arrested in Stem—1 ford, Monday night, by Officer O’Neil and O’Brien for assault :upou George Lande- rine, also colored. colored belles of the street, which ended in-a fight. he in the vicinity, and went to Landeriue’s assistance, but they were put to flight by the unexpected razor charge of the Carlos. Landerlne’e clothing was slashed in sev- eral places, but it saved him from receiv- ing some severe wounds. «mamrmmmm» Country for s Dsslsuily W Thedastardly attempt of a Miller to . assault a:- wifeoiClsude Guthrie, s . ,. prominent resident of Bilvermiuo, .‘ab‘l‘mt. ,3 . one o’clock this morning, has aroused ‘ to fever heat the indignation of the usually peacsble farmers of that locality, and armed with shotguns and pltebforks they. are scouring the country for the assailant. the Norwalk poll‘s, and accompanied by Constable Merehouse is personally leading the search. amino. Enloymeniei s Templinu M m sons, Seward m m» m Fellelilous 3 Remarks-Tin ileum mm. mo rm; ' Mr. Guthrie also informed Mrs. Guthrie Was on her way from While passing Tho fiftieth anniversary of wedded lit; is certain to dawn with much of impetus" siveuoss and joy. A long journey been taken. and yet, only a milestou upon the broad path of life has best? reached. 3 E Yesterday afternoon and last evenl: relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ale Archer assembled at the pleasant home . Charles E. Jennings, on West street, fl commemoration of thlsihappy'eveu't ” the life of the honored bride and grooui and toextend their most sincere wished that many miles of wedded bliss were yet to he traveled. The house was charmingly decorated with growing plants, cut flowers and et- otics. True though silent tribute was flared in the bright golden hues which predominated. As was fitting, the first act of their. guests was the congratulations tendered. Then they partook of a tempting oolh- tion. during the enjoyment of which Rev. G. H. Beard, in brief but happily express. ed words.introduced Dr.D.M.Seward, who spoke most appropriate words in his usual pleasing vela.’ Rev. Homer N. Dunning made some affable remarks, in which be likened the occasion to aspoon in a cup of tea»because it was in-tca—resting. ' Amid ashower of rice and joyous parting words the happy pair took leavs, at about 7 o ',clock to further the festi ties in their participation in a Weddi tour. which will partly embrace tilde Wedding journey taken—the young folks would say—in the long ago; but these happy ones looking back say smilinglyw fifty years ago. 3leer Fight . " 'EXPLDSiiiii iii A liliSSllii. The man then attemptetho drag Mrs. She was badly She said she knew the man Mr. Guthrie at once informed the At this writing the peddler has not The searckhers hope to have him crates usso sisszos. Don Juan St. Carlos and his son. for- Six Killed and Many Wounded oi Louisville. Kentucky. 3 (Special to The Sumner) L InuxserLs. Kin, September It. —An ax- plosion of a caisson at." :30 this morning, killed six and wounded several membeso of the Louisville Legion. The dead are Charles Ostrich, llutchlns, R. Trying, Charles Wood, A. L. Robertson. William Adams, colored. The men had some words over one of the Jimmie Jenkins happened to Healso received ablack eye. Oliicer 0' Veil’s attention was attracted shortly afterwards to Don Juan, who, like Goliath, was challenging men to go forward and fight him. The oflicer took the part of David and bravely went forth to meet the giant, while Officer O’ Brien gave chase to his son. Both men were based up. The younger Carlo gave his name as Jackson. . Debating Club Officers. The first meeting this season of the Young Men‘s Debating club was held last night at the home of George H. Vos- Porous museum: ' Puck’s Comedians. Puck's Comedians made quite a hit in “California Pioneers," at the Norwalk Opera House. last night. All the mem- bers of the company were well up in their respective parts and the large audience present thoroughly enjoyed the play aid the many specialties introduced. The music by the orchestra wuss feature “bf the evening's performance. There wk. many startling situations, bright dia- burgh, Jr., Livingston place. The fol- logues and realistic scenes in last night’s lowing oilicers were elected: President, play. Miss Arnot‘s interpretation of fill). Job Hawkins: vice-president, Wilbur Carrots wasarcvelation, and her suppm was in every way adequate. Tonight the company will present “Lest in London,” Smith: secretary, ll. W. Bodwell; treas- urer, Fred H. Rowan. Three candidates, Ernest and Howard Tilly and William Griffin, were admitted to 'mcmbership. There was a very interesting extemporaa neous debate on the subject “As to Who. ther Fire or Water is the Most Powerful.” toall' parts of the) house. Puck's Come- Lusil and Thai Finger. There is sad news for the many friends of William Lush, baseball player. Bridge- porters know that he hurt the ring finger on his left hand a short time ago. He laid off on account of this and when he joined the Washingtons his hand was in no shape. Saturday he laid off and word comes the finger may have to be amputat- ed. it is growing worse. if he loses the finger his career on the diamond will end so for as fast company is concerned. His friends hope that the report is not true. ”Bridgeport News. A Osmosis! Woman's Diversion. Mrs. McCormsck, of Graniteville, aris— ter of Timothy lieyden, and whose mind is unbalanced. spent yesterday afternoon on the front pianos of W. 0. Evans’ new never fall to fill the house. ‘Tlle Brooklyn iismilesp. The comedy-drama, September-filth. “The Brooklyn Handi- ary interest. house on Fairiisid avenue. She wiled 5m realism to "Wu.” away the time by pulling up flowers and weeds, and all efforts to persuade her to m In”, go home were futile. Finally neighbors summoned Officer Decker and be escorted the woman to a wagon, and she was taken home. Owing to her age she is hardly able to walk. The announcement is msde of there- sunsbino." Miss Lester is surrounded by band and orchestra. from” Trssus tested Us. carried template by the company. «can Last night Constable Edward Lsdrigsu, the rim. "hill! are new, are sold to be of ltowayton. captured two more tramps eaten in h thoroughly first-clause: who were on property of thsnilroad com- pany at that place. lie took them to the police station in .doutb liorwslk. They willbstrise mow,“ thine was no her celebrated character assess. tear popuhrrsstiuseswillbe' smwmnusmm , hathewfiwheutbepriseet amp-s1 ‘ fellow and in return was clubbed with d ' and a pair of big shears. , one interfered. which differ» materially from the play given here by another company. The only matinee will he glVen Saturday. when the price of admission will be only ten cute diaus have firmly established themselves in Norwalk as an attraction that will "The Brooklyn Handicap," is said to have created a furore throughout the country. it willbe at the Norwalk Opera llouse, on Tuesday. cap" is a melodrama of more than ordin- l.ove, humor and pathos are interwoven in a skillful manner in the play, but its most interesting features are spectacular in effect, the most promluqt of which is a realistic reproduction of the great race. Thoroughbred horses are mill in the race and Dry Monopole, who won the first Brooklyn handicap, is also saith bits'd. A scene on Broadway is fslthful- ly depleted, two cable cars in motion sdd~ turn of Minnie floater, “tbodaneingrayof her own oompsby and carries a superb Special scenery is “Q“: m M M . . - Specialties are introduced bymembsro of ' Neweomb, n R. G Wll the company. and Miss luster, besides “a time sllthe am "lulu." will elm“ 3.: Curtis. iiliss Morehouse and so... a change of an is promised mouse mm” Withstand“. \fiml’vsbsen ‘ , seat on sale tom. 1;... ” hilly have resulted fatal- Wuod the trouble was over a woo m7 Mageolaimed that the other an. m followed him around when he and his best girl were out for a moonlight stroll. ' The two met last night and Mace de- manded satisfaction. He struck the other ' stick. Malta's~ ;rival then mdropped the stick and rushed into the house shouting: "‘Me Kills You; Me Kills You!” When he emerged he carried a razor Withrthese he started for Mace and would probably have done him bodily harm had not. some Mace had nothing with which to de- fend himself. Wheu fustrated in his attempt to scalp his enemy the Italian pulled a dirty ban- danua handkerchief from his pocket and shouted: " As I tear that handkerchief so I tear you to pieces.” Mace made his escape while his enemy was restrained, and made a complaint to the police. WHERE IS” Siifiliif liliiEil? iie lies Been Missing from ills Home Since Monday. James Toner, formerly deputy sheriff, has not been seen at his home in Nor-Walk since Monday. His wife and friends have been searching for him, but have been unable to find him. While they do not think he has disappered for good, yet they wonder where he is. T3 morning Mrs. Toner secured the services of Attorney James J. Walsh to W was the search. Mr. Toner wt in the fat and fallow business and bought refuse from the butchers " Mrs. Toner has been around to those of whom her husband purchased and do sires to continue taking the refuse and conduct the business in case Mr. Toner does not return. She offered a lower rate than Mr. Toner has been paying, saying she was alone and had five small children. Some of the butchers have accepted her :fler and it is probable the others will do likewise. You SHOULDN'T If“ W. This Parlieulsr Happy Chance Vliii Soon Pass Away. The question is often asked: What does it take to constitute a successful, educateda man or woman? Some one has answered this question by saying that "an educated person is one who knows how and when to act.” Amateur orators have often thought to tickle the fancy and play upon the credullty of their audience by point ing to such men as Abraham Lincoln as glorious examples of the men who have succeeded without an educatiof. These orawrs mistake college buildings for ed- ucation. Lincoln was an educated man: he got his education at a different sort of college from that of llarvard. Yale and the University of Michigan. lle‘ availed himself of the means within his reach. 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A highly enjoyable subscription dance was held at the Norwalk Lawn Tennis club’s casino, last night. There was Magnum midnight, Purdy's orches- trslurulsblu music. Among th’e ladies loses Greecliylngtonfllsrs n mmmmuelh Weed, Miss Hunter lady friend, Louise B. Woodward. o v An Aftsrthought—nsnl never saw Vagrsnls Becoming Chicano Vicious A mum in. suicidal. Two Hobos. ilavlng Been shim rm, sack. walk neurones by lrving fimith. with when items of news for this column can also be left. lng such nuisances of themselves that many East Norwalk people are afraid of their lives. were no less than live vagrants in one group, and they insulted everyone they encountered. two of them going on VanZandt avenue Ezra l’latt. When food was refused them here they became very abusive and start- ed to walk away with a big wash boiler. * tantalum liliiii’l ‘* its fallow, in East Harwell: and Vicinity. so ill: Eye and files lake Tilelr Estate-- The Epworih League Trolley Pally-r- W Oiher East Side News and Views. The ssmrasnison sale at the last Nor- Trampa are becoming so bold and mak- Yesterday afternoon there Finally the men separated, and to the rear of the house occupied by Sopher Petty, who lives in the house, and who is- a brother of Robert Petty, the owner, went out and taking hold of the boiler attempted to take it away from the man. As he was doing so another man came up behind him and struck him on the head. blackening one of his eyes. The men then became frightened and made their escape. The Epw0rth League trolley party, Fri- day night, will start from the East Ave- nue Methodist Episcopal church at 8 o’clock. Tickets for the ride, and refresh- meuts afterward, may be procured of As- sistant Postmaster Smith, at the East Norwalk postoflice. ' Bridgctender Cole believes in keeping the drawbridge clean. Every morning he and his assistant, Mr. Mason, sweep it thoroughly, removing all refuse. When the painting is finished the bridge will be in better condition than ever before. The icons stones should be raked of! the East Norwalk streets. Yesterday, Grocer Daniel L'llommcdieu’s horse stepped on one, and the animal’s ankle was so badly sprained that .it is impossible to use him today. The sclectmen have given their atten- tion to the founders’ stone on East avenue. The luxuriant growth of weeds has been cut down, and the surroundings made a little more tidy. Rev. and Mrs. Jabez Backus. of West- port; Miss Clara Backus, of Colchester, and Mr. and Mrs George Moses, of Water bury, are visiting at Dwight Spauling’s llenry street. ' There will be a meeting of the East Norwalk Republican club at the house of Harry Rider, East avenue. on Friday, Sep- tember 13, at S p. m. A full attendance is requested. The oyster set ofl' Struiford and Bridge port is very large. Several East Side boats yesterday secured a load in a few hours and returned to this place. A thirteen-year—old Bridgeport boy ran away from (‘haries Whitlock’s school at Wilton, last night, and is suppose-d to have gone to his home. Edward ll. Gorhnm intends to start this week on another Maidens trip. Mrs. Gorham's condition remains about the same. Lewis W. St. John is expected home to- day from a business trip to New York in the interest of the Norwalk Iron Works. \Valluzer& lircyer have given J times (i. Jennings the contract to paint a large sign to be placed in front of their factory. George Bette, of Hartford, is visiting Mr. and Mrs. John W. Mains, of South Osborne avenue. The Misses Underhlll. of East Orange, N. .l., are visiting Miss Clara l'l. Marvin. C. W. l‘leCmint has returned from his visit to New York city. BOWIin'ON. Mr. and Mrs. George S. ilrynn started yesterday for Stamford. Latter they will go to New York to spend two weeks with relatives. Miss Grace Bryan and Harry Bryan will remain, during their parents’ absence, with their sister, Mrs. Frank R. Stevens. Contractor C. L. Odgen was showing to friends, yesterday, samples of his second crop of strawberries. He had several berries, and they were large and finely flavored. Charles Oklyn and family,who have a cottage at Pine Poincare spending a few home in Danbury. a negro preacher addressed an flock with greatesrnestness on the subject of "Miracles,” as follows: “My bslimd “4!“ng greatest of all miracles was bout the leaves and fishes. Day was Winona and can fhhes, and do mlve ’pestlsshadtoest'omall. mimicking? WWW" Mormonism“, sad we here I!“ Nor-walk. the good, Whowrltesex-bnm” _ been getting'somsuu of late. quarrel that landed him the police. He is now u , pear for trial tomorrow. ow man benig his 'boudsmaa’. and when he and his devoted/wild tize the little woman whomho ed to love and cherish, but who, days in New York before going to their Theahis . 3. Jamil. O’Beill Last night he figured l, O’Rellly went home in a few words he kicked over ed some crockery. and p ‘ has been the subject of his ' she has stood in silence for rather than occasion any scandal» leaving him. Shelled for protection to the ' of her husband’s father, Mlehail which near lives by, audio! MW lowed her. The father prof“ daughter‘in-law, and then (I’m to thrash his aged parent. .1 i The police were called and ‘ Morehouse and “Hunt responded. ‘ The! placed O’Reilly under arrest and W him to the Nor-walk police heads. ‘ where be furnished bonds for his ance in court. new c. u. e. "BEETS. They Casi ihe Stale About One-lie" the For» our 5mm. ' Assistant Quatermaster General Chats ey intends to have placed in all state ranges signs warning all persons agaluit trespassing upon state property. Recenter. ly trumps broke into the rifle range New Britain and burned up the target: frames. The targets now being issued to the‘ National Guard are drawnfroru the Uni ed States government at a considerable saving as they cost but live oeuts- ._ The targets formerly purchased by the department cost severity to eighty- can ‘ ' each. The target draws from the gem ment is of light manilla paper sud , strengthened by pasting cotton. M Q' the back. The cloth and pasting . each target cost altogether about cents, or onehalf the cost of the pus!!- board targets formerly issued. Now the pastebom'd targets are used up, department will use only the new KEDNEY— —at 12 to. today. CLIFTOB EDNEY. Funeral '31” from his late residence. on Elym avenue. WANTED. GOOD cook and laundresa. Apply to MRS. WEED, 66 Norwalii. A BRIGHT young lady to take care assist in a denial oulce. Apply” w. DAilM ER. A KIN 0. American. middle aged women n working housekeeper. us If than” willing. Call at 5 West Main street. N no ‘0 bio I. A‘ ‘ 1‘ Cali “he“? ' NVAIJDS. old people, or any one“ special attention. and desl res home. can be accommodate '1‘“ the residence of it. da‘AMA nus. siouth horwalk. _. To set. Wit room-.N .13 Lowndes even not: reasonable. 0 ll osssoca ' evenln in“ lashes ‘lBST floor,9Arch street. Norwalkrent I1 Apply to r. a. wooowaan. ‘mal‘d FOUR room apartments. suitable for housekeeping,9d and 3d floor. Corbett building. Halls lilhted and at» month. I Clgnsr Cowl Washingtgqnus” omen o m... u straits ' sllll ‘ my P. lat-coral housework. ac pl r if More avenues Nor-l :13 ms; HOUSE. of six mus. J? Hamilton " rent 5.14 A t Washington street?! y o EDWIN “use! OWE}! floor. corner Sir-Wherry ll Myrtle avenue, llro Mt Rent 87. EDWARD lam BAUND‘RI. Y late reel len M nlshsd or hurlin'il'mflfngidlu Has. bath. furnace. brickedln '- car‘cuasulri‘vmmm ' . assume ' m ‘ THE wood working part ofb on Water street. 0 r almost keep a man busy?“ ”m W0 front rooms on lower robbed. Bent ply at "No. if Union Park. Am l‘lVll gum ‘35s.“ sum to alarm clock homuncarw‘ gallons-m MW elm“: lyat M 3 WM”M: his
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