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NORWALK, CONN., MON DANE EVENING, FEBRUARY 14,1899.
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PRICE TWO CENTS;
PRAY‘MOND’S BLOCK, CONSUMED
BY FLAMES ENTAILING A
, LOSS OF $15,000.
'Last night about
was discovered issuing from the base-
ment of Silliman’s grocery and hard-
ware store in the Raymond block in
'New Canaan.
An alarm of fire was sounded and
the department‘ promptly responded
and aline of hose was laid from the
nearest hydrant to the scene of the
fire, but although the firemen worked
with a‘will the fire got the upper hand
of them and at 10 o’clock the entire
Raymond block was a mass of seething
flames.
In the block" 1n addition to Silliman’ s
were the grocery store of Frank Sel-
leck and Benger’s shoe store and Dick-
These were also
destroyed as was the large hall upstairs
known as Raymond’s hall.
While the firemen were fighting the
flames in Silliman’s basement the stock
erman’s news store.
of Benger’s shoe store was removed,
but the fixtures were destroyed.
Next to the Raymond block stood the
little one story meat marketbf Samuel
7:30 o’clock smoke ‘
Crissey. This also""oéfi'§m
nothing but the frame stands to-day.
The Crissey market being but 'one
story in heighth it allowed the firemen
to get a stream of water on Benjamin
Mead’
Owing to the severe blizzard raging
the water froze as.fast as it came from
the hose and greatly retarded the
work of the firemen.
Three families residedover theBenger
and Dickerman stores, but they were
gotten safely out although obliged to
leave considerable furniture and cloth-
store and that was saved.-
flames.
Raymond’s block was owned by the
W. E. Raymond estate of which Albert
F. Comstock and Edwin Hoyt are the
trustees under the will.
The block was completely destroyed
entailing a loss of $8,000, which was
covered by insurance with a Stamford
fiialm.
The loss on Silliman’s grocery and
hardware store will amount to about
SNOW AND ICE REIGN
WideExtent of Storm Breaks
’ All Records.
GREAT SUFFERING IS REPORTED.
The Storm In New York City Equals
the Blizzard of ISSS—Three Feet of
Snow In Washington -— Intense
_ Gold In the Southern States.
' Another blizzard struck town Satur-
day night shortly after 8 o’clock and
although the mercury was standing at
zero the snow continued to fall all day
up until late into'the night.
The snow was accompanied by a
fierce gale from the northeast which
piled the snow in huge drifts in every
direction making many of the roads
impassable.
On Sunday the people were not
obliged to go out, and did not, as the
empty pews in the. churches testified.
The trolley roads made harculean
efforts to keep tl eir tracks clear on
Sunday and made fairly good time.
On Monday, hdwever, it was different
and after working all day to keep
their lines open traffic was stopped
, about 6 o’clock although the snow
‘ plows were kept running late into the
night.
, The first Westport car on the Tram-
way succeeded in getting through to
Westport, but the second car stuck on
the Westport hill near St. Paul’s
church, and after making a vain effort
to go ahead finally gave it up and
backed down the hill and returned to-'
South Norwalk,
The Tramway also succeeded in git-
ting a. carer two through to Stamford,
but were finally obliged to discontinue
their trips.
A large gang of men andcarts were
kept at work all day Monday carting
the snow'off Wall street and dumping
it into the river, but they made little
progress as there was almost as ”much
snow on the street 1111s morning as they
carted away yesterday.
This morning Wall street was com-
pletel y blockaded and the only passage
way through the city was by the trolley
tracks. Huge banks of snow over ten
feet in height lined the sidewalks along
the north side of the street.
however, a greater part of the snow
By noon,
Sunday and Monday, and did not let I
had been dumped into the river and
a passageway opened.
from the trolley roads were not able to
get out until late in the day as they
were entirely shut in by the great
banks of snow.
All day Monday business was prac-
tically suspended, and Lincoln Day can
be said to have been universally ob-
served inrNor'walk. The only pet-Sons
doing a good business were the coal.
men, and their teams were kept busy
the entire day endeavoring to supply
coal to those in need 0'? fuel to keep
warm.
The streets were deserted except by
the coal carts and men at work trying
to clear Wall street of its tons upon
tons of snow.
The steam railroads were obliged to
give up and the last tr’ain to New York
went down with two engines attached
shortly after 6 o’clock.
The Danbury branch was completely
closed, and the first train to come
through from Danbury arrived at 10:10
o’clock this morning. Two engines
and a combination car constituted the
train and it was greeted by a large
number of curious people on its arrival
in this city. The first, or head engine,
looked more like a huge snow bank
than a locomotive.
A special train from South Norwalk
became stalled at Pelham in the‘ snow
.and did not reach New York until
long after midnight.
The sound is frozen as far as the eye
can see and navigation is completely
suspended.
As far as learned no casualties have
ocCurred in this immediate neighbor-
hood and'it is expected that the streets
will be cleared by to-morrow and
business once more resumed.
The storm extended over nearly the
entire country, and has done a large
amount of damage.
Continued on page 5.
There is a Class of People
Who are injured by the use of coffee.
Recently thele has been placed in all
the grocery 51301 es a new preparation
called GRAIN-O, made of pure grains,
that takes the place of coffee. The
most delicate stomach receives it with-
out distless. and but few can tell it
from coffee. It does not cost ove1 1} as
much. ChildIen may drink it with
great benefit 15 cts. and 25 cts. per
ackage ’l‘r y it. Ask for GRA‘lNO.
ing behind to be devoured by the
The residents living on streets away, .
be heard in the superior court,
THE 010 NEW 01111111 FIRE
$5, 000 while that of Selleck’s will ‘ foot
up to some $2,000.
The origin of the fire is a mystery
but was first discovered' 1n the basement
of Silliman’s store.
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THE WHEEL CONTEST.
The vote at noon was as follows:
lrving H. Reed, Pioneer
Smith Northrop, Phoenix
J. J. Goodwin, Old Well
Elbert W. Clark, Putnam Hose
Geo. S. Grumman, Phoenix
F.'W. Darmer, Old Well
H. D. Cornell, Fire Police
L. M. Smith, Mayflower -
Samuel McGowan, Putnam Hose
D. W. Harford, Old Well
Chief F. M. Wheeler, E.N.F.D.
Patrick F. Slattery, Hope Hose
E. V. Baker, Old Well
Joseph Matheis’ Pioneer '
Harry Mitchell, Pioneer
Fred Weiseit 1;;
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Improvements to be Made.
A few improvements are to be made
in St. Mary’s church at an early date
which will consist of the removal of
three or four rows of pews in the rear
of the edifice, thus leaving space to
walk from one side of the church to
the other. .
.The plan will also allow the using of
but one door' during the cold weather,
to the greater comfort of the congrega-
tion.
It is also proposed to remove the
front row of pews in order to permit
the extension of the chancel, which has 1
been overcrowded since the boy choir
has become an institution.
Se1vices will be held Wednesday and
Friday evenings, dul 1ng Lent, at the
church. Out of town priests will prob-
ably speak each Wednesday evening,
and the other exercises will be rosary
and benediction. On Friday the sta-
tions of the cross will be repeated._
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Nancy Guiltord Refuses to Plead.
Judge G. W. Wheeler having overs
rufed the plea in abatement made by
the council for Nancy Guilford and
refused to allow an appeal to the su-
preme cou1t. Thereupon the woman
was put to plea on the charge of mur-
der in the second degree. On her
refusal to plead a plea of not guilty
was entered fer her'and the case will
which
comes in Februray 21.
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Cases Nolled.
The cases of the state vs. Jams Golden,
Mrs. W. I. Sterling and others in the
failure to clear their sidewalks of snow
were yesterday nolled in the town
court by Judge H. W. Gregory. Prose-
cuting attorney Taylor stated that the
cases were similar to that of Edwin
Adams which was nolled last week.
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Banquet Postponed.
The entertainment committee of the
Catholic club will meet to-night to
make arrangements for the holding of ‘
the banquet which was postponed last
night, on account of the blizzard. The
banquet, will in all probability, be held
on the evening of Washington’s birth-
day.
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Episcopal. Conference.
A conference of the Episcopal clergy
of the county of Fairfield was held in _
the chapel of St. Paul’s Church to-day.
Rev. Louis French, of Darien, pre-
sided and Rev. W. H. Lewis, of St.
John’s Church Bridgeport, presented
the paper for discussion. The visiting
clergymen were entertained at luncheon
at the rectoryby. Rev. A. E. Beeman.
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MlS. James Hyatt of Main street,
who squered a relapse is leported as
being slightly imp1 oved.
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The Weather. .
Fair to-night and Wednesday; not so
cold Wednesday. .
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No Right to Ugliness.
The woman who is lovely in face,
form and temper will always have
friends, but one who would be attrac-
tive must keep her health. If she is
weak, sickly and all run down, she
will be nervous and i11itable. If she
has constipation or kidney trouble, her
impu1e blood will cause pimples,
blotches, skin eruptions and a wretched
complexion. Electric BILLéIS is the
best me. lici'ne lo the wmld to 1egulate
stomach, liver and kidneys and to
purify the blood It gives strong
nerves. bright eyes, smooth, velvety
skin, rich complexion. It will make
a good- -lcoking, chalmin woman of a
1un-down invalid. Only 50 cents at
John A. Riggs’ drgag st01e,11 Main
street.
HlH llillSS AHHE!
Mrs. Myron Olmstead Meets
- With a, Serious Ac-
cident.
, ES§EAPES WITHOUT INJURY
Heré‘Husband Burns His Hands Severely in
Rescuing Her.
On Sunday morning at the home of
Myron Olmstead on Cedal st1 eet oc-
curred what might have been a serious
accident, but which fortunately result-'
ed with but slight injury to those in-
terested. .
In the morning Mrs. Olmstead found
that the water pipes were frozen up. in
her home and she immediately set to
work to thaw them out. Securing a
torch she went to the cellar where she
applied it to the pipes and in some un-
accountable way her clothing became
ignittd.
She ran upstairs to the kitchen
screaming with fright. Her husband
heard her and rushing, in seized her
and throwing her to the floor smOther-
ed the flames with his coat, at the same
time tearing her clothes from her
body.
Strange to say Mrs. Olmstead escap-
ed without injury but Mr. Olmstead
burned his hands and face quite badly.
There was no other damage except to
1“ rs. Olmstead’s clothes which were
entirely destroyed.
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Smoker To-night.
The Norwalk club smoker which was
postponed from Monday night will be
held to-night instead of Wednesday as
previously announced. among the mem-
bers.
'WG0:0'd Values always find
ready buyers. It is beyond
question that this sale of-
fers greater values than
'can be found in any other
concern in the County.
FUSNERAL‘,-SERVICES‘._
A' Large Number of People Brave the Storm to
Attend the Last Rites Over the. Remains
of W. N. Simons. _ ,
The funeral services over the re-
mains of the late W. N. Simons were
held Monday afternoon in the N‘ orwalk
Methodist church, Rev. F. A. Scofield
officiating. Mr. Scofield spoke upon
the life of the deceased and paid a high
tribute to the sterling qualities and
great worth of his friend. That the
deceased was highly esteemed was
evidenced by the large number of
friends who braved the storm in order
to be present at the services. . Among
those present were representatives
from Columbia Council,-O. W. A. M.
of Meriden, and the State and Na-
tional councils of the same order;
the Daughters of Liberty; U. 0. G. ‘05
Mayor Glover and members of the clty
council ina body; St. John’s lodge,
F. St A. M.;'the Norwalk club; and the
Methodist Sunday school of which the
deceased was the superintendent.
The selections sung were:
“Rock onges,” the hymn “Asleep
in Jesus.” The male quartette sang
“Still, Still with Thee.” The pall-
bearers were George E. Barber, of
Danbury: Charles F. Tristram, Victor
S. Selleck, Fredrick S. Ambler, Har-
vey M. -Kent and Fletcher Van
Hoosear.
After the services the body remained
in the church guarded by a committee
appointed for the purpose.
The remains will lie in state from 12
till 2 o’clock this afternoon.
Miss Emily TEylor, Bf Cranbury, is
visiting Miss Alice30rossman, of Camp
street '
Volcanic Eruptions
Are gland, but Skin Eruptio1s rob
life of joy. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve
cures them, also Old, Running and
Feve- Sores, Ulcers, Boils, Felons,
Coms, Warts, Cuts, Bruises, Burns,
Scalds, Chapped Hands, Chilblains.
Best Pile Cole on ea1th. Drives out
Pains and Aches. Only 25 cts. a box.
Cure guaranteed. Sold by John A.
CRANBURY.MS
Washington Lodge LO. G. T, will
meet in its hall to- -night. Oflicers will
be installed.
H. M. Fitch has the contract to break
a road through to Cranbury.’ The snow
along Newtown avepue is four feet
1deep.
Chal les Bouton who has been ill for
some time' 15 able to be around again. 4
The dance which was to have been
given in Washington Lodge Hall last
(night, was postponed on account of the
storm.
George Van Ness, of Newark, has re-
turned home from a visit to his cousin
Charles F. Bouton.
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George/H. Vosburgh of Courtlandt
Place, attended the funeral of his
brother in Jersey City, Saturday.
. Rev. F. A. Scofield will lecture at
Vista, N. Y., for the benefit of a church,
Wednesday evening. He will beac-
from the Norwalk M. E. church.
A Broad River sleighing party prop
oses paying. a visit to Washington
lodge, at Cranbury, to-night.
Miss Carrie E. Flynn of Grand street
has resumed work as teacher in Grade
5. Center School after her recent ill
.ness.
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A Narrow Escape.
Thankful words w1itten by Mrs. Ada
E. Hart, of Groton, S. 9.: “Was taken
with a bad cold which settled on my
lungs; cough set in and finally termi-
nated in Consumption. Four Doctors
short time. I gave myself up to my
Savior, determined if I could not stay
with my friends on earth, I would meet
my absent ones above. My husband
was advised to get Dr. King’s New
Discovery for Consumption. Coughs
and Colds. I gave it a trial, took 1n all
eight bottles. It has cured me, and
well and healthy woman.” T1ial bot-
tles f1 ee at Riggs’ Drug Stox e, 11 Main
street.
Regular siZe 505 and $1.00. Guaran-
Riggs, druggist, 11 ,Main street.
SLAUGHTER
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teed or price 1 efunded.
You have no conception
of the Great Values we
offer in this sale, except
you come and see for y0ur=
self. Cheapest Selling of
the year.
BOSTON STORE!
ALL JACKETS AT HALE PRICE.
FLANNELETTE WRAPPERS must go.
ooMEORTABLEs and BL ANKETS to clear out.
WINTER UNDERWEAR so cheap that you can afford
to buy it for next winter.
Flannel Night Gowns.
These garments are made beautifully;
they wear out three muslin night.
gowns and are much warmer.
75 garments, $1.25 and 980 is the price,
this great sale price will be 75c.
Dressing Sacques.
75c ones 67c.
980 “ 77c.
$1.25 “ 970.
$1. 50 “ $1.17.
$1.75 “ $1.47.
Flannelette Wrappers.
You will need them fo1 the next.
three months. , ‘
$1.50 flannel wrappers, nicely trim-
med with braid, handsome designs,
this sale, $1.17.
$1.25 flannel wrappers, 97c.
$1.00flannel wrappers, 77c.
‘ Winter ‘ Underwear.
$2,000 worth ofswintei- underwear al-
most glven away, prices less than the
cost of the yarn, a great money saving
chance. 400 garments, balance of men’s
50c, 69c and 75c shins -and drawers.
Youl choice of the lot, 34c. ‘
1 drawers, including
$2. 00, each 83c.
Children’s
500 children’s winter caps 390.
$5.00 children’s jackets $2.50.
$3.00 “ ' “ $1.50.
75cB. B. corsets 55c.
50 remnants O. K. outings, 30.
70 white domet 4c.
5c gingham remants 40.
$1.00 comfortables 79c.
$5.95 blankets, all wool, $4.95.
$5.50 “ r- $4.50.
$4.50 “ f‘ $3.50.
$3.50 “ 1' cotton and wool, $2.75.
Fur Capes.
$38 one $25. 00.
$34 “ $23.00.
. Cloth Capes.
$25.00 material, 'half price, $12.50.
$27.00 fine kersey cape, lined heavy,
beaded trimmed, $14. 00. 1
the Tcelebrated
Root’s, legular values $1.50, $1.75 and
$3.50.
Golf Capes.
$15. 00 ones $7.50.
$10.00 '1 $5;00. ,
$4.50 "
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Bargains in Kitchen Depart
ment.
About 33% per cent. lower than an y-
where ih state.
12 qt galvanized iron pails 101:.
4 “ tin tea pots 10c. .
4 “ ~“-Colfee pots 100.
Dinner pails3 parts, 100.
Large size square tin bread pans 5c.
1 gal. tin oil cans. _
5 gal. galvanized iron oil can 490.
2 qt granite iron saucepans 10c.
N0. 28‘ “ “ wash basins 10c.
5 qt “ "‘ deep pudding pans
12c.
4 qt. granite iron dairy pans 100.
2 “ ~“ “ stewing kettle 1013.
11 in “ “ deep or shallow pie
plate 8c. ‘ ' .
Infants White Biderd0wn
' Goat .5, 5
$2.00 ones, $1.50.
$2.25 “ $1.69.
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Llnens. ,
Our new importation‘of Irish linens
snow on our couLters, 25c, 37c, 500
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120 suits of men 3 fine wool shirts and
' 75c,$1.50. Napkins to match.
thank God, I am saved and am now a'
companied by a double male quartette ‘
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gave me up, saying I could live but a _
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