THE ONL Y EIGHT-PAGE ‘ONE-CENfiDAIEY IN THE WORWALKS. Vol. VI. Whole No. 1396 ' E EV EN IN 7: Norwalk, Conn, Thursd .v '- '. '/ )5 ,. 2. at. . i ay Evenigg;”’July 2, 18‘96; *TT Price One Cent. 1 ll SHA‘LLUWA WATER. Mrs. Rolland Whiting Sees Her Husband Drown at Roton Point. A Fatal Ending of a Day’s Pleasures. ff,— Bolland Whiting, of No. 212 Jane ”street, New York city, was drowned at Roton Point, at half—past four yester- day afternoon. The accident occurred while he was bathing in six feet of water with half a dozen of his friends, who had» come from New York with him on an excursion by steamer. The steamboat Myndert Starin, came to Roton Point yesterday with the choir of St. George’s church, New York. After arriving at the Point the members mselves about the grove en'o ed the J y sat down to until dinner time when all a shore dinner. - Shortly after dinner it was proposed to go in bathing and a number of the members went into the water. Among was Whiting. thelgziug a good swimmer Whiting amused himself by diving and cutting up antics. * Suddenly he was heard to stop singing and cry for help. Five or six of his friends who were around him, apparently thought he was joking and paid no attention to his cry until his wife, who had been watching him from the shore, screamed. Mrs. Whitmg’s scream caused them to turn around and look for their companian and they were terrified to see him disappearing under the water. ' As. those near Whiting at the time could not swim or had lost their heads, they made no attempt to dive after him, but instead called for a boat. The boat had gone around to the west side of the point and by the time it re- turned Whiting had been under water fully ten minutes. When ,the boat reached the spot the location of W hit- ing’s body was ascertained by means of an car and one of his companions who could swim, dove under the water and caught him by the leg and brought him to the surface. The lifeless man was brought ashore and an attempt” made to- resuscitate him, but all efforts failed, be having been too long under water. Dr. J. M. Coburn who had been summoned from Bell Island also worked over him but without avail. Mrs. Whiting who had been an eye witness to the sad drowning, went into hysterics when the body of her husband was brought ashore and had to be re- moved to the hotel where she remained until the Starin returned to New York. Whiting’s body was removed to D. W. Raymond’s morgue where it re. mained until last night when it was sent to his New York home by train. The deceased was a member of St. George’s choir, thirty years old, and only married since last January. Medical Examiner Burke rendered a decision of accidental drowning, which no doubt was caused by paralysis of the heart. 0.. Strange, if True. Defender Council, C J. A. ll. elect- ed ofiicers last night. One of the mem- bers, Charles Ferries by name, refused to give the names for publication alleg- ing that there was a clause in the con stitution of the O. U. A. M. forbidding the publication of such names. Secre- tary of the State Council Charles Adams, says the statement “is erroneous and does the order an injustice, that is so far as the State of Connecticut is con- cerned,” ,and adds that “if any such law either National or State, had been promulgated, I would know something about it.” Naturally the State secre- tary ought to be as well posted as any one on the subject. U. 8. Treasury. U. S. Tresurer Morgan has made his official report of the condition of the Treasury up to the end of the fiscal year on June 30. It shows an increase in the the bonded debt of $131,000,000 and a deficit of $26,000,00. It is a humiliating record; a deficit in the Treasury re- ceipts of $26,000,000; an increase in the bonded debt of $131,000,000 and a loss of $140,000,000 of Treasury gold. Con- servative citizens cannot but rejoice that the end of the era of incompetence is near at hand. Surprise Party. John Tierney was the victim of a sur- prise party at his home on Stuart ave- nue last night. Over fifty persons were ' present. Powell and Cook furnished music and it was 4:30 o’clock this morn- ing when the dancing came to a stop. Refreshments were served and all pres- ent had a merry time. .___—————-—1+ —Advertise in the GAZETTE. A leuynoluwnv. An Ice Wagon Collides With a Carriage Containing Two Ladies. Both Occupants Escape Serious Injury.» Yesterday afternoon a team of'horses attached to one of Ells’ ice wagons be- came frightened and ran away at Win- nipauk. A short distance ahead of the runaway team Mrs. Webster Davis and Mrs. David Hoyt were driving along with a horse and wagon. Hearing the clatter made by the ice wagon, Mrs. Davis who was driving turned her horse into a side street to avoid a threat- ened collision. ‘ ' For some unexplainable reason the runaway team also turned into'the same street instead of keeping straight ahead, and crashed into and upset the, wagon in which the women were seated, spil- ling the occupants into the street. Both women landed heavily on the ground and all three horses continued a mad flight for some distance when they were finally brought to a stop. 9 Parties who saw the accident ran ~to the assistance of the women. It was found that Mrs. Hoyt aside from hav- ing received a thorough shaking up and a few scratches had escaped injury. Mrs. Davis had not escaped so luckily she having received quite severe injur- ies. She was taken into a house near by and cared for and later was able to go to the home of a relative on Harbor avenue where she now is. Both of the ladies belong in North Wilton. Mrs. Davis’ wagon was badly wrecked and the harness considerably damaged. The ice wagon was empty and escaped much damage. What started the horses is not known. That one or both of the .women were not more badly injured or killed, seems like a miracle to those who witnessed the accident. Mr.Davis drove down from Wilton last night and expects to accompany his wife home to-day. ' -—--—<-o.—_——-——— Gets Rantankerous. The city bicycle is credited with having acted in a very unruly manner last evening. Officer Bartram was propelling it up Harbor avenue, when some one “hoodoed” it, and it started first to one and then the other side of the avenue, showing a disposition to reachthe sidewalk and climb the fences. The officer did his best to bring it under subjection and occasionally managed to get the wheel into the middle of the street. Finally, when in front of Thomas Cooney’s house, the bicycle made a break for a fence post which it succeeded in reaching and dashed up against with such force as to “now the rider sprawling on the street. This angered the officer and getting up he grabbed the bicycle, set it on its tires, jumped into the saddle and started off with a determination to conquor or die, and conquored. The machine for a pumpkin pie. The miles credited to the wheel as registered on the cyclometer up to date amount to 296. «‘>_.__—._ T. G. L. C. The Girls’ Literary Club held their annual picnic at the Knob yesterday. One of Mr. Gregory’s oarryalls carried the girls to the picnic ground and they enlivening the streets as as they passed through them, with horns and singing. , The morning was spent in sailing about the harbor on the sloop “Lida May,” after which a bountiful luncheon was served. It the afternoon dancing and bathing were enjoyed, and when all started homeward at six-thirty, the picnic was unanimously voted the jolliest ever held by the club. 0 His Vacation. Mrs. Minnie Cornell is in receipt of a letter from her son Ernest who. is in Boston. In company with Ira Lock- wood he left this city last Sunday on his bicycle. He writes an excellent letter and is evidently having a grand good time. He expects to start for home on Sunday, wheeling to Provi- dence and boarding a boat to New London, from thence he intends wheel? ing home reaching here either Tuesday or Wednesday. Hopes Entertain. Hope Hose company entertained the Pioneers last night, at their headquar- ters on Water street. It was in honor of having defeated the Pioneer base- ball team. Every one was in good humor. Harry Mitchell gave several recitations, A. W. Libby played piccolo solos, and Ratchtord and Dufl’y sang songs. Refreshments were served. 9 y —Advertise in the GAZETTE. the rest of the evening was as docile as A srnlooscllnnoc. Mrs. Anna Anderson Placed Under Arrest for Man- slaughter. Denies the Chuarges Made Against Her. Officer Morehouse this, morning placed under arrest Mrs. Anna Ander- son, on the serious charge of man- slaughter. She is- the woman who it is alleged has been conducting a baby farm in Norwalk, and has, it is averted, neg- lected the children placed under her care, in one case at .least sufl'eriug a child to die for want of care. An account of the affair was published in these columns yesterday, and the story of the investigation, etc. given in detail. Mrs. Anderson was taken to Police Headquarters where Judge Hubbell opened court. Prosecuting Attorney Gregory read did not seem to appreciate the serious- ness of the charge against her. She was not at the time put to plea, Mr. Gregory kindly advising her that be- fore saying anything which might be self-convicting, to consult with her hus- band to the end of securing an attorney to act in her behalf. She, however, disclaimed any knowl- edge of having done the wrong alleged against her, and was proceeding to give a full recital of her side of the case, when the judge told her to stop and say no more to any one other than her counsel, and adjourned court until this ‘afternoon, the accused being placed under bonds for appearance for trial. ‘ “ Closes To-Day. The contest for the EVENING GA- ZETTE’s handsome piano closes to—day, and all ballots to be counted must be handed in at_this office by nine o’clock to-night. Make a Good Move. EVENING GAZETTE checker board af- ords a chance for business men'to ad- vertise. It will ‘be found on the fourth page. The checker board is a unique way of advertising and attracts much attention. I7th. C. V. Reunion. It is expected to hold the annual re- union of the 17th C. V. in New Canaan, Aug. 28. The people of that town are ' anxious to have the reunion held‘there, and if their desire is gratified, the vet- erans will be received and entertained in the most hospitable manner. A re- union held there many years ago is still a pleasant memory with the veterans of the regiment. ..___—-—- Now for Black Bass. Yesterday the trout season closed and no more throwing the fly in the brooks and small streams.of the state will be allowed until April 1, 1897. Lovers of good fishing have some con- pensation, however, as the law is ofi‘ for black bass fishing and those who like big game fish will begin operations in the rivers and lakes of the state promptly. Aged but Active. New Canaan has an itinerant clock- tinker over 80 years of age who rides a bicycle when making his circuit of calls in the surrounding country. carrying a kit of tools he has a chair strapped on his back. He uses the is Ostrander. Seeley Declared a Professibnal. , The L. A. W. oflicial bulletin, pub- lished yesterday, announces that C. 'Ford Seeley of Stamford. is a profes sional rider in Class B. - .It is hinted that Seeley was declared a professional by the L. A. W. though the efforts and “pull” of a noted bicycle company. 0 Another New Ball Team. Robert VauBuren, Edward Selleck, Charles Chasmar, Everett Wigham, Chester Selleck, S. W. Byington, Holmes of Cannons will meet at the home of Everett Wigham on Elm street this afternoon for the purpose of organ- izing a base-ball team. . M Policeman Suspended. Officer Patrick J. Fisher of the Dan- bury force, has been suspended for bee ing intoxicated while on duty. , M ~Advertise in the GAZETTE. the complaint to Mrs. Anderson who‘ Besides . chair whenever weary of riding in which : to sit down and take a rest. His name Thomas Clune, of this city, and Arthur 2 JAN-“EARLY FIRE. Fivegltundred Dollars Damage to a Dan: ' bury House. At72'530 this morning Danbury was startled by $11, alarm of fire from box 16.: yaThe; fire was man unoccupied apafiment'of-a two and a half story bnfs'Mrsi‘vStevens- , 3Th§ifirerstairted beneath the stairway andjgfinrned through the floor to the secogd story, but the prompt action of the fife department prevented it spread- ingdur‘ther. The cause of the fire is unknown and as the apartment has been unoccupied for several months it would appear "that the fire was caused by some .-_trespass_er either through carelessness “or-- malice. Th‘e loss is alight S£500; insurance unknown. AfPlucky Driver. A cloud of steam and smoke from a locomotive which puffed up through the cracks of the planking over the rail- roadtunnel on River street, this morn- ing, frightened Dr. Baldwin’s horse into a run that threatened to end dis- astrously. The driver, however, pluck- ily held on to the reins and despite the animal’s kicking, rearing and plunging managed to retain his seat in the car- .riage'and bring the horse to to a stand- still at the corner of Mechanic and River street. The animal had in the meantime kicked the entire front of the carriage into smithereens. On his re- turn the driver was warmly congratu- lated on the manner in’which he had mastered the runaway at the risk of his own life. Lost His Teeth. Wednesday evening Superintendent Kyle of the Street Railway company sacrificed five teeth at a. Norwalk dent- al office and danced with glee over their loss as they had previously cause, him to dance with pain over their presence in his jaw. This morning, Mr. Kyle on arising from bed felt a pain on the back of his neck, and reaching his hand around found that a boil had squatted there during the night and was hard at work in covering as much cuticle as possible.~ There will be a battle be- tween Mr. Kyle and the boil, this after- noon. O A Long Distance Wheelman. James Rice of Philadelphia, was a visitor at the residence of Mr. Edward Maginn, on Union place, yesterday. He left the Quaker City on his bike at 7 a. m. on Tuesday and at 6 p. m. was eating his supper in Harlhm. He left the latter place at 7:30 yesterday morn- ing and reached his friend’s house at twelve noon. He left at four p. m: for Bridgeport and is due in Boston to- morrow. He expects to return to Phila- delphia on his wheel, at the expiration of his vacation. ‘ He made a similar wheel expedition last year. Bon Voyage. Mr. and Mrs. George Ward Selleck leave town to-morrow afternoon and go directly on board their steamer, the Lucania, which sails at 10 a. m. Satur- day. The best wishes of the people of N orwalk will go with the voyagers for a safe and enjoyable trip abroad and happy return home. ——-———-<-o— Coal Goes Up. Retail coal dealers in New York met yesterday and agreed upon a rise of 25 cents a, ton, in the price of coal. They say they are obliged to make the ad- vance by the action of the great coal barons. . Burr Bette Not So Well. The condition of J. Burr Betta is less hopeful this morning, and his demise is now deemed more probable than his re- covery. O wssrroar. ' Miss M. Alice Jennings, of Greens Earms, is quite ill with malarial fever. Dr. Wakeman of Greene Farms, has purchased a new yacht named the “Riddle.” At the annual meeting of the Greens Farms school, district Saturday even- ing, John H. Jennings, was re—lected school committee. George B. White- head was elected treasurer. It appears pretty plain by the select- meu’s announcement,that some dogs, if not registered will either get killed or their owners pay the usual fine and costs for their negligence. Notice has been filed in the town clerks’ office that a tract of oyster ground lying ofi‘ Southport and West- port, amounting to between 50 and 60 acres, has reverted to the state from Thomas Wright, of Norwalk, by rea- sons ot his failure to pay taxes thereon. . gliding on the corner of High-. d venue and Mallory street owned. UUR'HUNUHED noun PRIZ A Magnificent Piano for the Most Popular School, Lodge, Society, Club or Fire 00m-' pony in Foirlleld County. f . Which is our most popular school, lodge, society, club or fire company? Which one has the most admirers and friends? Doubtless these questions are beyond. the power of any absolute answer, but THE EVENING GAZETTE offers an exceptional opportunity to make the test. . THE GAZETTE pro- poses to poll the votes of the people. And the voting is to have zest in it. It is made worth while to vote. There is a magnificent prize at stake. THE GAZETTE will give A $400 UPRIGHT PIANO to the school, lodge, society, club or fire company which gets the most votes. ~ HERE IT IS '2 It. is" an instrument of the very finest character, It is beautiful in its workmanship, an ornament worthy of any home, and in all its musical qualities it is unsurpassed. In every sense it is a perfect and beautiful instrument—equal to the best that can be anywhere bought for $400 IN GOLD. The following are the rules which govern the voting: l—TEE GAZETTE will print each day a blank coupon, each coupon being good for one vote for the school, lodge, society, club or fire com- pany the owner of the coupon may select—the blank lines in the coupon to be filled out with the name and address. The coupon to-day is at the end of this article. Z—The contest will close on July 2, and the winner announced on July 3. 3—Any school, lodge, society, club or fire company in Fairfield County is eligible. ' 4—A full record of the voting will be published up to date every evening - in THE GAZETTE, but votes received after 10 A. M. will not be re- corded until a day later. 5—Coupons must be filled out in a plain handwriting, for otherwise blund- . ers can not be avoided and votes will be lost. Blank coupons, of non PIANO on no IS no so on o soon It is a piano made upon honor and sold-upon merit. A party buying one does not get merely a handsome case, He gets a thorough musical instrument. The tone of the instru ment is full, rich, resonant and well sustained, the scale is magnificent. ' , Following is the voting coupon, a copy of which will ap- pear in THE GAZETTE daily. _l._ l _l_ El " saggflfi ' H n . w Name, iii
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