I”. “serene... - " THE ONLY EIGHT-PAGE ONE-CENT DAILY IN THE WORWALKS Vol. VII, Whole No. 1521 Norwalk, Conn, Saturday Evening, January 2, 1897. Price One Cent THE “Will GLUB Royally Entertains Its Many ’ Visitors on New Years Day. A vivacious and Interesting Ssene. The Central club house and its many visitors, yesterday presented a" viva- cious and interesting scene. The fine and hospital old-time\custom of ex- changing pleasant wishes for the com- ing year seemed to have revisited us again with renewed force. There were fully five hundred persons who met to felicitate the club upon its pleasant home and bright prOSpects, and to en- joy the pleasure of mutual cordial good wishes. Promptly at half past four the receivingline, with the presi- dent Of the club, Mrs. James G. Greg- ory, at their head, took their places in the Assembly rooms, and the dining room was thrown open. This .import- ant adjunct of the entertainment was ably presided over by Mrs. Charles Dennis, Mrs. G. C. Cholwell and Mrs. RobertVan Enron. The supplies had been, amply provided for by the Hos- pitality committee with Mrs... Ira Cole as chairman. The table, as always at the club “at homes,” was very beauti- ful. Yesterday, for the first time, the Club colors were used, the'brilliant and lovely leaves of the scarlet poin- sstta mingled with ferns for the table-is cloth, andfired and white carnations in the wonderful pyramid of fruit much adorned by the shining and perfect lit- tle red "ladyzapplesfl The viands were varied and delicious. The pick‘ed’ oy: tars in a magnificent repousse, silver tureen, were on the table. There were ' .' oyster pates, salads of all- descriptions, croquettes, pressed meats, a legion~ of- difi'erent kinds of sandwiches and fancy cakes, and abundance of all sorts of small dainties. The ladies in chargi were unflagging, and directed the four efficient waiters, with James Gordonzat their head, so that there was no uh. necessary delay and no confusion. Notwithstanding the large number of guests, matters were so that at no time was there too large .a crowd in the dining room, and everyL one who wished, had not only an abun-i dant .meal, but a comfortable one. Mrs. Cram, in a lovely gray gown, prey sided over a punchbowl of lemonade on the platform in the Assembly rooms, making a pretty picture with the back ground of potted plants, the decora-. tions of scarlet, and the fine old silver; bowl on a low graceful table. " The music by Miss Littlejohn..yiolin: and Miss Wood, piano, was most inter- esting. There were many .beautiful costumes. Perhaps the most gratifying and sig- nificant note of the day was the lack of unfriendly formality, and the evident spitit of good-will and friendliness to the enterprise and its promoters. Special Commendations. ~ In the annual report of the a ljutant general, Major Becu ~, wig . i, inspec- tor, reporting on the important service of guard duty at the last encampment, and the work of the Fourth regiment, says:; “Special commendation is due the _ Fourth regiment for improving more than any other regiment in guard duty during the met year.” General Haven, briga ‘le commander, in his report says: » “The improvement of the Fourth regiment in guard duty is exceptional compared to the other regiments,” and that “the efforts of the officers and men of this command in this direction are greatly appreciated.” 9. “Doped.” “Twinkling feet bore gay costumes, bright and costly, whirling in and out in giddy maze, sylph forms swayed on with easy‘ grace, now live, now lan- guorons, white round soft shoulders rose and fell, red lips smiled sweet, and shining eyes met glances bright as sparkling gems, while all beneath the glaring lights young laughter bub- bled-Jimmy Maples. Mrs. Beecher Recovering. The physicians attending Mrs. Henry ~Ward Beecher at Stamford, now feel more confident of her recovery than since the accident occurred. Mrs. Beecher’s condition is gradually im- ‘proving, and her physicians, relying on her strong constitution, think that ,she will recover. o A Lusty Porker. Farmer Frederick T. Betts butchered his spring pig yesterday and the extra managed . ported. ‘ fat porker' turned the scales at 368 lbs. t a 00. 0’3 WUERADE ' A Large Attendance and a Happy Time Enjoyed by All. Danced Out the Old Year and in the New. The masquerade ball given by 00. D, C. N. G. at the Armory on Thursday evening. was a social and financial suc- cess. The grand march was led by Lieutenant Scott and Private Noonan, who were followed by Lieutenat Gor- man and Sergeant Lincoln, members of the floor committee, anl the entire company“ The march was splendidly executed and was bewildering to the onlookers. The costumes Worn were as varied as the hues of the rainbow, and in some instances were provocative of laughter, so grotesque were they. Over 150 couples took part in the grand march, and later, or after the unmasking,there werefullv 30) dancers on the floor. The Philharmonic orchestra fur- nished music for the dancing, and El- mer St. George acted as prompter. Prizes were offsrci for the best lady and gentleman waltzers and were awarded to Ernest Wilson and his part- der Miss Katie Sweeney. Lieutenant Scott in a neat little speech presented the prizes to the win- ners. The committee of arrangements and the entire company are t) be con- gratulated on the success of the affair. O HOLD voun TICKETS. The Owner of Olsen Bros. Bicycle De- cided Upon To-night. The handsome bicycle offered by the Olsen Brothers at their White Shoe Store, will be drawn to-night. The sale has been an unprecedented one, the tickets running up into the tens of thousand,and whoever holds the fortunaten'nmber will be lucky :indeed and in addition receive a first class bicycle. Adams—Porter. It is authoritatively stated that Wil~ liam H. Adams, 8. well known Norwalk printer. in company with Miss Ada Porter visited Port Chester, N. Y. on Wednesday and were united in mar- riage. The bride is an orphan and dur- ing her childhood days .lived at the home Of the late Mr. Blanchard in Wil- ton. The groom who is familiary known as “Bunty” was abachelor, and it was not thought that Cupid would ever entice him into matrimony. “Bunty” you have ourcongratulations, and may you and yours live long and presper. Reception to Pastor Noble. The reception tendered to Rev. and Mrs. Thomas K. Noble Thursday even- ing commemorative of the close of their seven years of labor here in Norwalk, was a most delightful occasion. It was 'a very informal affair, and the mem- bers of the church imprOved the occa- sion ofi'eredto entcnd their hearty con- gratulations-and to express the hope that the day might have many happy returns. no Stole a Cape. . Am ing those who attended the mas- querade ball of Co. D at the Armory Thursday evening was Miss Sadie Noonan. She left her fur cape in the dressing room and when she started for home it could not be found. Sus- picion points to a certain party as hav- ing stolen the cape but if it is returned no. prosecution or arrest will be made. Lucky Numbers. In the drawing for' the bicycle ,at Glovers shoe store the lucky number was 3,072. The drawing for thebeautiful hang- ing lamp at R. E. Goldschmidt’s store took place. Thursday evening. The first number drawnwas No. 3 and the holder is entitled to the lamp. Happy Richard. The engagement of Richard Fitch and Miss Bertha Brady of Wilton is re- “Dick” has quite a reputation as a contributor to newspapers, and membrs of the fraternity will congratu- late him on a happy close of his bache- lor days. The bride to be is-a daughter of the late Frank Brady, dentist. The" New Court Room. The new town court room in the Ga- znTTE building will be opened Monday next. The first case assigned for trial is that of the State vs. Edward Brady. The charge against the defendant is as- sault on William H. Jones. DID NOT” SPAR. Webster and—Lydon Fail to Meet in Meriden Yes- terday. The Contest Poetpsned. The Meriden Republican of Thurs- dav prints the following story ‘which will bepf interest to local sparrers: The managers of St. George’s hall have refused to allow the sparring match booked for to-morrow afternoon to take place in their hall. A3 a result of their action the contest has been postponed and it will not be held here for the present, at least, as the men who are backing the attraction have been unable to get a place. Tickets have been issued and a per- mit was granted by Mayor Coe for the sparring, but because of the reason given above the backers are now out of the money they advanced. A Water- burypaper says: Webster andLynch will not meet in Meriden on New Year’s day. Chief of Police Ford has refused to allow the bout to come OE and there is a general howl among the sports of Waterbury and Meriden. Ford put his foot down and declared that there would not be any boxing by professionals on the first day of the new year in the Silver City. Lew Webster is probably the most disappointed man of the lot. He wants ed to meet Lynch and he has been in training for over a week, and figures that he has lost considerable time and money. He said: ‘fI want to meetLynch and I Will fight him before any responsible club publicly or privately for as much money as he will put up or for the purse the club will offer. “My training during the past week had gone for nau ght. I am hooked to fight‘in Sing Sing on Ja 'iuary 12'sh and in New London two days later." Mbst everyone was anxious to haVe Webster and Lynch cometogether even in a; friendly bout and the“ New Year’s disappointment is a bitter pill to swallow. “The club is not to blame, as I know they worked like beavers. They were refused the hall they hired in the first place, and sent reprsentativei to Mid- dletown to endeavor to make arrange- ments to have the bout come off there, but it was no go.” A “Republican” reporter hid a talk with Chief Ford. He says that he is not in favor of sparring matches, but his never said he would interfere un- less the affair turned into a serious fight- He had two policemen ready for duty, but for no other reason than to keep order, as is done at all entertainments. The reporter talked with one Of the backers to 'lay. He said the only rea- son why the friendly match could not be held is because all halls are engaged. .0. Sunday at the Churches. NORWALK METHODIST CHURCH—Bew' A. H. Wyatt, rector. Sacrament and reception of members at 10:30 a m. Preaching by the pastor ,at 7:30. Theme, “Eternity.” GRACE CHURCH.—RGV. S. H. Watkins, rector. Sunday, January 3d. 8 a. m. Holy Communion. 10:30 a. m. Litany address and Holy Communion. Sinday school. 730 p. m. choral ser- vice, anthems and sermon. The rector will officiate and preach. FIRST CONGBEGATIONAL CHURCH. — Thomas K. Noble, pastor. Services at 10:30 a. m. and 7:30 p.” m. In the morning, Holy Communion. Baptism and reception of members. In the evening there will be a New Year’s praise service in commemoration of the seventh anniversary of the present pastorate- Everybody cordially Wel- comed., Junior C. E. at 5 o’clock. Senior 0. E. at 6.30 o’clock. «. Charles P. Woodbury. The remains of the deceased will be brought to Norwalk and sepulchered beside ‘ his kindred in Union' cemetery Monday morning, Rev. T. K. Noble officiating at the grave. Mr. Wood- bury was made a mason at St. John’s Lodge, was our borough clerk and also a clerk of the state senate some years ago. Two years sincs he did active work in Litchfield county in promoting the election of Congressman Hill, and ex- pected a, position in Washington in re- turn, which he failed to get, although. both Mr. Hill and Senator Platt were actively interested in the young man’s case. He inherited a fortune from his father’s estate, but unfortunate invest- ments at the west swept it all away. He was thirty-nine years old and died of pneumonia. .______._.¢.——————- , Subscritye for the GAZETTE. .‘ 12 m.‘ _.. . Gormley’s saloon, on Main street. HERE Ii_ii_D__THERE.~ An Epitome of Happenings of. - ’ Interest to the Public. \ Garnered‘With Scissors and Pencil. -‘——Go to 23 Wall street. dl7 tf Have you broken any of your good resolutions? Miss M. Carew is ill at her home on Cedar street. 'Mrs. ‘Patrick Blake died this morn- ing aged about 64 years. - The fire companies will elect oflicers next Tuesday evening. Hon. E. J. Hill and wife leave for Washington next Monday. Edward J. Scofield attended a family reunion in Stamford yesterday. Rev. Thomas K. Noble will preach at “Kensett” to-morrow afternoon. The civil Common Pleas court will come in at Bridgeport next Tuesday. William Springstein Of Noroton Heights has been granted a pension. Miss Lena Taylor and Leonard Whit- ney were married Thursday afternoon. The watch night services at the dif- ferent churches were all well attended. Phoenix Engine company will hold a sociable in Lockwood’s Hall, January 12th. The first meeting of the city council for 1807 will be held next Monday even- ing. The Girls Literary club will meet at the home of Miss Grace Byington to- day. ' I. O. O. F. will be installed Monday night, ”Scion beer only is sold at J. H, The Shakers gave George Weyman a twenty-five pound turkey Thursday night. Concord Division, S. of T. will visit a sister lodge in New Canaan next Tues- day evening. ' A dangerous depression on the sur- face of Wall street was placed in repair this morning. Edward Sheran a member of Com. pany E, C. N. G., died in Bridgeport Thursday. The Meriden Republican Publishing company has issued a very pretty cal- endar for 1897. -' I Mrs. Walsh the Water street laun- dress has a card in our advertising which may interest you. The household belongings of R. A. Laverywere shipped from Main street to Niles, Ohio, this morning. Eighteen tramps were provided with lodgings at the Hotel Howard on New Years eve and twenty-one lasc night. Two vehicles were badly damaged last night by reason of arut on Wall street. Capt. Dann put up a danger signal at the point. Charles Pennington has purchased the Walter Houard saloon in Westport. Mr. R. E. Goldschmidt fitted him out with necessary glassware. ’ Theageers. Wm. K. James and oldest citizens who informally received, calls from their friends yesterday. General Daniel E. Sickles is now very ill from the effects Of overwork, which has produced an acute attack of nervous prostration, entailing extreme insomnia. ‘ A match was arranged last night in Waterbury for a fight to a finish be- tween Lewis Webster and George Sid- dons for $500 a side, at 128 pounds, to be pulled off in the near future. High Chief Ranger, Frank P. Lynch, 0! the Connecticut Foresters of Ameri- ca, and Miss Julia Agnes Eustace, both of Hartford were married at St. Peter’s church in that city Thursday. The groom is well known here. Judge Prentice granted a divorce Thursday to Catherine Ogden of Nor- walk onthe ground of desertion. The principal evidence'was submitted two weeks ago and the case was continued to secure additional testimony. The husband’s name is Benjamin F. Ogden, Jr. The officers Of Our Brother’s Lodge, ' Miss Julia Lockwood were among our . Mind your sixes and sevens. - The streets are in a fearfully sloppy condition. . Rev. A. H. Wyatt is softbring from an attack of the grip. Bills against the town are being paid by the Selectmen today. —Great Bargains :at 23 Wall street for the next 20 days. d17 tf The past week has been a hard one for the employees at the post Office. Miss Miranda Herrick died in Willi- mantic Thursday. aged 102 years. Raymond & Sons have put in a new roll-top desk at the local railroad sta- tion. ’ The surplus of snow on Wall street is being carted away at the expense of the city. John Kirsch won the music box which was in the hands Of the shakers at the Prescott House. Mrs. A B, Rogers of Arlington, N. J., isaguest of her sister Mrs. Sey- mour, on Leonard street. William G.Webb and family of Maple street are visiting Mr. Webb’s parents on East avenue, New Canaan. St. Agnes Guild of Grace church, gives a new year party to the children of the sewing class this afternoon. The Bridgeport Telegram .tersely speaks of the “swear-offs” as follows: “There ismuch drought this morning.” Frank'L. and William 0. Allen of New York are New Year’s dinner with their brother George Allenton Main street. Mrs. Sarah Farrell, who has been the guest of William McCormack, rev turned to her home in Worcester, Mass.,to-day. \ A flat-boat is needed to cross the rail. road bridge between the Hadden build- ing and Hotel and also from the corner drug store to the Boston Store. -masquerade ball was held at St. éohn & Fiedler’s hall last evening. There was a large attendance act a merry time. Refreshments were served. Weather Observer Geo. Comstock of Broad River reports the rainfall for last month as being less than one inch. The normal score, he says, is fully 3 inches. Deputy Sheriff Lyon served papers on the Calvary Baptist church society this morning, in the suit of Rev. John- son W. Hill against the society for sal- ary due. The H. P. Whist club met with Mrs. James Flynn, on the Park, last evening. Dr. W. H. Baldwin won the gentle- men’s and Mrs. Josiah G. Gregory the ladies prize. Special Officer Hunt accompanied ‘ Mrs. Danbury Jack” to Bridgeport this morning. She will take up her abode at the jail in that city, and the robbins will probably nest before her return to Norwalk. The Knights of Columbus gave a grand ball in Lockwood’s hall, New Year’s eve. Prof. Smythe furnished music. There were twenty numbers on the programme. The afi'air was a success, and a credit to the manage- ment. ‘ The horse of George Van Hoosear of Newtown avenue, broke away from his fastenings on Thursday evening and dashed up High street with the empty vehicle Where he was halted by Mr. Buck. Lockwood, before any injury was done. Mrs. John Hyatt, 'or as she is perhaps better known, “Mrs. Danbury Jack” visited the tramp quarters with a“jag” last night and insisted on being given lodgings. She was locked up and-this morning sentenced to 150 days in jail bp Judge Hubbell. . First Congregational Church. The gathering Thursday night for the double purpose of selling seats, giving Dr. and Mrs. Noble their usual yearly greeting and to provide for a small de- ficiency inlthefchurch’s assets here all delightful successes. The meeting was unusually spirited, harmonious and en- joyable. The year’s deficiency was practically cleared ofl’ on the spot and the sale of seats up to if not above the average of previous years. .0 Clinton Commandery. The recently elected Officers Of Clin- ton Commandery, No. 3, K. '1‘. were in- stalled last evening by Past Com- mander Frank Street. .—<... —-Advertise in the GA/zETTa. DON’T piss THEii. The Latest Ads. Received Be- fore Goingto Press, By the People and For the People. WANTED. VVANTE l‘).—B__v women, each with a young (311111... Situation in the country (general housework, plain cooking, etc.) Small wages expected. Railroad. fa re r aid by Association. Apply State Charities Aid Association, 105 Es st Twenty-second Street. New York City. Lil 1W LOST. USE—On Thursday the 24th inst..between Jones. it: Hotchkiss’ Store. and Center avenue, a. lizard-skin pecketbook, containing quite asum of money. The finder will be liberally- rewarded by returning it 10 Miss Baird, NO. 53 West avenue. d'lS t-f‘ 1'0 REIN'I'. l 0R SALE '01- to rent, the 9 room house ‘ _ nowoccupied by F.I. Jones. First floor finishedin hard wood, mantels and mirrors; 31110113 e Wired tfor 1electricity, hand all .modern 1 rovemen 5:8 so carriage ouse. Appl to S. B. Wilson, 92 Wall street. ji¥f _ O RENT—Five room: on first floor; good location, $10 per month for small family. Applv to S. B. WILSON, Bmlde' , 92 Wall street, Norwalk. dll-tf [STRICT of Norwalk. ss. Probate cor ‘ December 31512. A. 1).. 1896. In _ Estate of lasTIiEir L. SMITH, late of Norwalk. in said District, deceased. Ordered, That the administrator exhibit his administration accountio this Court forad- justment. at the Probate Office in Norwalk on the 81h day of January. 1897. at 2 O‘clock afternoon; and that all persons interested in said estate may be notified thereof, the said administrator ivill cause this Order to be pub- lished .1n a newspaper havmg a circulation in said District, and post a copy thereof on the Sign post in said Norwalk. nearest the place where the deceased last dwelt. at least six days before said 8th day of January 1897. ASA B. WOODWARD. Judge. T I ‘ Mll‘ICL. The undersigned hereby wishes to announce to her customers. that. she is still in the laundry busmess, and. desires to brand as a falshood the report so industriously circulat- ed by busrness ri als, that she has sold out- I hereby thank my many customers for their patronage in the past. and hope for a con- tinuance of the srme iii the future. . ‘ rs. . W. WALSH, Propt‘ress. of the Norwalk and Laundry, No. 10 Wall Street- Norwalk, Dec 31, 1806. I I T Fairlield County National Bank, 4! Wall St , Norwalk, Conn. INCORPORATED. 1824. EDWIN 0. KEELER. President. DAVID 1:1. MILLER, Vice-President. L. C. GREEN, Cashier. Capital, 220,000. EDWIN O. KEE LEB, Mossns H. GLovnn, DAVID B. MILLER, A. J. MEI-:xmi. F. ST. JOHN Locrrwor I). Tnncnonn E. SMITH, IRA COLE, CHAS. F. TBISTRAM. Accounts of Manufacturers, Merchants and Individuals solicited. Safe Deposit Boxes free to Depositors. South Norwalk Savings Bank. ~ INTEREST NOTICE. SOUTH NORWALK. Conn“ Dec. 29, 1895. At a meeting of the managers of this bank. held this date, a. divideirl to depo=itors of interest at the rate of four per cent. per annum was declared for the six months end. ing January 1. 1897‘, payable on and after January 11, 1897‘. Interest not drawn will be credited to accountsand draw interest from January 1. 1897. (130 2w J on}: H. KNAPP. Treasurer. DIVIDEND N UTIUE. . Central National Bank, NORWALK, CT., Dec. ‘29, 1896. ' The Directors of this bank have this day declared a semi-annual dividend of three per cent. payable January 2nd, 1897'. d2!) 4t \ WM. A. CURTIS, Cashier. DIVIDEND NUTI CE. Fairiield County National Bank, NORWALK. CT., Dec. 28,1396. ' The Board of Directors of this Bank, have this day declared a semi-annual dividend of three (3)per cent. payable on and after Jan- uary 2nd,1897.‘ L. C. GREEN. Cashier. Fairlield County National Bank- NORWALK. CONN., Dec.11, 1896. NO_'I'_ICE The annual meeting Of the Stockhold- prn of this bank, for the election of Durrclnrs for the ensuing year, will be held at. their Banking House, on Tues. dui‘ the 13th dav of January, 1897. Pulls opei: from 11 a. m. to 12 m. I. C. GREEN, Cashier; H oyt’s Theatre, ‘ Thursday, January 7th. Primrose & . est’s Big Minstrels! Jubilee and Prize Cake Walk. Our Colossa Double Company. White and Black. The most talentdd company in the world, An_extraordinary investment, the result of which 15 Without doubtthe greatest venture ever attempted in the minsirel line. . Three military brass bands, including the Little Coon Band. all superbly uniformed. ‘ I. “The Vanishing Grenadiers” produced at an expense of $10,000, forming a spectacle never before seen on any stage. This act is indescribable on paper. ' Don’t fail to see the Grandest Street Parade ever witnessed, which Will leave the theatre at 11:30.0n day of performance. . Prices 350. 50c, 75. Seats now on sale at Plaisted’s and Pinneo’s.
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