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Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1870-08-18
Rutland Centennial.

The general committee of arrangements
for the celebration of the Centennial an
niversary of the settlement of Rutland,
met at the Bardwell House, Saturday
evening, August 18th, 1870. In the alb
sence of the chairman, DR.. Lorenzo Shell
don was elected Chairman pro tenn.
On motion a subcommittee on Music
was appointed, consisting of John N.
Baxter, Henry f. Field and John Strong.
On motion it was voted to have an Old
Folks Concert, on Monday evening of the
week OF the Centennial celebration.
All matters pertaining to the music of
the celebration, both vocal and instru-
mental, and all details and arrangements
OF the concert were referred to the com
mittee on music, with full power to act
according to their Judgment and dis
erection.
The committee on invitation presented
form of circular of invitation to ma
tives and former residents of Rutland and
their descendants, which was read, amend
ed, adopted, and ordered printed
The committee on finance were in
structed to proceed with the raising of
funds as speedily as possible.
Inc committee then adjourned.
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Grimes and Casualties.

John Mack, an old citizen of New
Albany, Ind, was fatally injured yester-
day by an axe which had been accident
ally dropped from the second story of a
mill, striking him on the head, infiioting
a fearful wound.
John Vallandigham, of Wooster.
Ohio, was kicked by G horse vesterdav
and instantly killed.
-Four valuable horses were stolen
from the Fair grounds at Dayton, Ohio,
yesterday.
Philip R. Metz, Pittsburg banker,
blew his brains out yesterday. This was
the plan he adopted to retrieve speculative
losses.
An accident occurred on the West
chester, Ind.) Railroad yesterday by the
giving way of bridge crossing Chester
Greek whilst a train was passing. The
engine and baggage car were precipitated
into the creek. The engineer was seri-
ously injured,
The soafolding at the State Univer-
sity Building at Lincoln, Neb,, gave way,
precip itating ten men who were at work
on it to the ground, killing three and Sc
riouSly injnring the others.
George and Daniel Yost, sons of ia
cob Yost, residing five miles north of Ma
-ilIou, Ohio, were struck by lightning On
Thursday afternoon and instantly killed,
together with the horses upon which they
were riding.
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War Notes.


The Paris Steele estimates the strength
of the French army at Metz at 10000
men.
At Brussels, on Thursday night,
there was an enthusiastic popular demon
stration before the palace and the British
Legation.
The Journal OGicjd publishes a de-
cree declaring the Department Of Haute
Garonne in state of siege.
Two thousand two hundred and six
ty-fye French officers and soldiers, taken
in Saturdays battles arrived at Berlin
yesterday.
In the battle Of Woerth, the first
corps of tho Wurtemburg contingent lost
SIX officers and % men killed, 231 wound
ed and 118 missing.
T. = BeIIeveu JuaJ uHu uuJeUCIv0 po,.-.
of the Prussians is to get between Metz
and Paris.
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MANHOOD--HOw LOST, HOW

RESToRED.-Justpu published, second edition, by
DR.. LEWIS, t254 pagesl. The Medical Compan-
ion and Guide to Health, on the radical cure Of
spermatorrhoea or Seminal Weakness, Impoten-
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to Marriage, etc., and the veneresI and Syphi-
litic Maladies, with plain and clear directions for
the speedy cure of Secondary Symptoms, Gonor-
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skin, such as scurvey, scrofula, Ulcers, Boils,
Blotches, and pinples on the face and body, con-
sumption, Epilepsy and Fits, induced by self-in-
diligence or sexual extravaganza.
The celebrated author, In this admirable Trea-
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successful practice, that the alarming conse-
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every youth and every man in the land.
Sent under seal, in plain envelope. Price so
cts. Address, DIR. LEWIS, Ne. Beach street,
New York City. 40 years. private practice.
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Late News Items.

-Moreau Delano of New York, fell
dead from heart disease at Congress Hall,
Saratoga, on Friday.
Rev. DR.. Thomas Sewell Of the
Methodist Episcopal Church died at Bal.
timore, Md, Thursday night, aged so.
-'' Goldsmith Maid beat " George
Palmer" at Buffalo, N. Y, on Friday, in
three straight heats, Time 223t, 1921
and 220, and "Lucy" beat George
Wilkes" Time 2.25, 2,25 and 2.264. The
latter was substitute for the double team
race, Jessie Wales" and ''Purity" having
been drawn. .....-
The foreigners in China and Japan are
filed with horror at the atrocities COM
mitted at Tien-Tsin and call loudly for
vengeance. The United States steamer
Ashuelot left Hong Kong on the 18th for
Tien-Tsin, and the Monocacy would sail
for the samedestination, IN case further
assistance is needed. e @
Philip r. Metz, well known banker
of Pittsburg, Pa, shot himself through
the heart, Friday morning. He was dis,
covered at z o'clock, seated in a wash
room connected with his bank. The pis-
tol was lying on the floor. The deceased
left letter addressed to his wife, stating
that financial embarrassment prompted
his suicide.
The Ottawa Citizen, the government
organ, says the Canadian government has
not, nor has any member of it, applied to
the imperial authorities for government
amnesty to the persons concerned in the
Red River disturbances, but it is believed
that if any amnesty at all is proclaimed,
those persons actually concerned in the
murder eff Scott will be specially except
ed.
such dry summer as the present has
NOT been known up in New Hampshire
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LTPPTNCOTTs MAGAZINE. - LiPPin-
colts Magazine passes this month under
the editorial control of John Foster Kirk,
the historian, who will give it we trust
the strength in which it has frequently
been lacking. The present number, how
ever, cannot fairly be taken as a test Of
the ability Of the new editor, who must
become familiar with the capacity OF his
contributors, and gather up the threads
left loose by his predecessors, before he
can give character to his work. Among
the best Of the articles in the August issue
are true tale of the Cornish mines by S.
II. Daddow; some pleasant gossip about
1.-THE Old Book Shops of London and
Paris ;" few anecdotes Of The Emperor
Alexander" gathered from the con-
versation of the Russian Minis
ter, Mr.. Catacazy and Prof, Cope's
second paper "On the Hypothesis Of Evol-
ution." Edward Spencer, under the title
of "Our Castles" exooriates the new type
of interviewing reporter. This chartered
libertine," says Mr.. Spencer, "this licensed
corsair, this legitimated Paul Pry, with
brazen front, unchallenged feet, goes
romping up and down the land, seeking
for notabilities upon whom he may lay his
pruriginouo finger, and novelties which
he may silver into the shapelessness Of
photographic scandal" EMr. Hargrave
gives q sketch of the Island of San Do
mingo, argues forcibly against either pur-
chase or annexation. There is a picture
of Southern Society" not very cheering
"Sir Harry Hotspur" and "The Virginia
Tourist" are continued; and there are
short stories by Mrs. Florence Marryatt
Church and J. W. DeForest
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1870-08-18

ACCIDENT TO A RUTLAND MAN.-An
accident occurred on Tuesday, in the drug
store of E. @. Winslow, 81 Pleasant street,
Boston, which came near resulting Sc
riously to two of the parties concerned.
1t seems that about a quart of muriatic
acid was being heated in a porcelain bowl
over gas flame, and when very near the
boiling point it upset, and striking the
head of DR.. Geo. P. Dillingham; of But
land, Vt, (who fortunately had his hat
on,) broke, splitting the contents over him
and also over W. Fl. Jones, clerk in the
store, both parties being in their shirt
sleeves. 1t was only by the greatest pres
ence of mind that they escaped without
more serious damage. AS is is their necks
and shoulders are pretty we'll burnt, be-
sides running their clothing, etc.
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DEOPLE OF RUTLAND COUN-

DEOPLE OF RUTLAND COUN-
L TY-TAKE NOTICE that the Undersigned
has not left Rutland yet. be can't set away
and In lieu of doing SO he has bought Of T. > Gil
son his stock Of Furniture, Upholstery Goods
Crockery and house furnishing materials, and
Will eoutinue the business of sad ellison at his
former stand, 81 Merchandise Row
We shall make constant additions to our stock.
and shall endeavor TO meet the wants OF the pub
lie always.
1t Is now nearly ten years since we commenced
business In Rutland, and although We have not
grown rich and proud IN spirit, we feel grateful
nevertheless TO ur many patrons of year. past
for the generous treatment which we have re-
ceived at their hands. Ii xlll be our aim by an
honorable system OF business TO merit cenfin-
uance of the same.
Friends, call soon and often we viii aid you in
saving money II you Trade with US.
GEO. w. CHAPLIN, Jr.,
july2ld&w 81 Merchants Row.
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WAR MAP.-Colton's. European War
Map is evidently the most reliable one
published. 1t is on a sheet 10 by 80
inches, the upper portion showing, on a
scale of twenty miles to an inch, the
French and German Frontiers, The scale
is sufficiently large to show all the forti-
fed cities and other principal points Of
interest, and the villages and streams that
will necessarily be mentioned in the war
news. On the same sheet there is a Map
of Central and Southwestern Europe,
showing all of Prussia, France, Spain, and
Italy. It is handsomely colored, and
illuminated with the flags Of the combat,
ants, etc.
For sale at all Book Stores aud News
Offices, or sent by mail for fifty cents by
the publishers. G. w. & q. Z Cotton e
Co, New York.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1870-08-18

DEATH OF REV. r. G. HAND.-The
late Ia, hev. Richard g. Hand, who died on
- thursday last, in Brooklyn, at the age of
6S, was native of Shoreham VT and
graduate of Middlebury College and
Andover Seminary. His first settlement
was in Gouverneur, N. Y, and afterwara
in Danville and Bennington, Vt, in all of
which large and important churches he
was an honored and useful pastor. At
the last place he was taken with disease
of the heart, constraining him to aban-
don the ministry. He then took up his
residence in Brooklyn in 1854. He mar
ried daughter of Judge Hoyt of New
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REPLY.

Gentlemen 1t is with a sense of pro-
found gratitude that I accept the very
handsome gift you are pleased to tender
me. The kindly words with which it is
offered, as an expression of your appre-
citation of my journalistic efforts, afford
me unfeigred pleasure. Rest assured
that L shall ever cherish them and the
gift they convey as mementoes more to be
priced than precious metal, and, gentle
men, you will please accept my sincere
thanks.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1870-08-18

THE CENSUS IN BURLINGTON. - The
Free Press says The census of the city
is sufficiently near completed to warrant
the belief that the population of Burling-
ton is between $4,000 and $4,000
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1870-08-18

TRINITY CuURCH.-The Rev. c, n.
Chandler Of Poughkeepsie, N. Y, the Sec
rotary of the Society for the Increase of
the Ministry in the Protestant Episcopal
Church, oficiated aud preached in this
Church on Sunday, August 9TH. After an
earnest appeal in behalf of his work, a
liberal ofertory was taken up, and since
then the parish have by subscription,
made the Rev. J. Milton Peck, their late
rector, life member of the society.
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1870-08-18

PosTPoNED.-Tho Burlington District
Ministerial Association (Methodist), which
was notified to meet at Shelburne the 7th
of September, is postponed to the Goth.
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,,7.NTED AGENrs-TO SELL

w the OcrA CON SEWING MACHIgE. IL il
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DATENTS.
NEWSPAPER
ADVERTISING

A book of 125 closely printed pages, lately is
sued, contains list of the best American Adyer-
Using Mediums, giving the names, circulations
and full particulars concerning the leading Daily
and Weekly Political and Family Newspapers,
together with all those having large Calculations,
published in the interest of Religion, Agrieul-
ture, Literature, ETC., etc. Every Advertiser and
every person who contemplates becoming such
will find this book of great value. Mailed free
to any address on receipt of fifteen cents. GEO.
Z. ROWELL & CO., Publishers, No. 40 Park
Row, New York.
The Pittsburg, Pa, s'Leader," In its issue of
May 30, 1870, says: "The firm of G. P. Roweu &
Co., which issues this Interesting and valuable
book, is the largest and best Advertising Agency
in the United States, and we can cheerfully re-
commend it to the attention of those who desire
to advertise their business SCIENTIFICALLY and
SYSTEMATICALLY in such way; that Is, so to Sc
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Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1870-08-18

Among the pleasing incidents connect.
ed with the retirement OF Mr.. e. B. Whit
ing from the st. Adams Messenger was
the presentation TO him by the citizens of
st. Adams of an elegant gold watch and
chain, as a token Of their esteem and ap-
probation of his services.
The presentation is thussdescribed in
the Messenger of Wednesday:
About ten o'clock this forenoon several
of our leading business men assem- bled IN
the Office of J. Russell Arlington, ad-
Joining the Messenger building, and seat
one of their number to invite the presence
of Mr.. e. B. Whiting, formerly publisher
of the MESSENGER. As he entered he was
met by l.. l.. butcher, Esq, who in the
following happy speech presented him
with a rich and elegant gold watch and
chain. in token of gratitude for his long
public service.
The waite h is valued at $176, and bears
ON the inside of the case the following in
scription:
E. B. WHITING, ESQ.
FROM THE BUSINESS MEN OF ST. ALBANs.
Who appreciate his labors for them
during the last thirty-three
years he has published -
the
ST. ALBANs MESSENGER,
August II, 1870.
The following is in substance:
MIR. DUTCHER's ADDRESS.
MIR. WHITING THE business men of
st. Adams are not content that you should
retire from the publication OF the AeSSe11-
oer without some testimonial from them
of their high appreciation OF your services
and character. They are aware that
throughout your career as the publisher
of that journal, you have been true to the
interests of st, Adams, and that your
paper has been the firm and unfaltering
advocate of sound morality and political
truth. That you have grown rich while
doing this, they do not regret, (laughterl,
as they believe it to be due to your untlr-
ing industry and close attention to bus
mess. I recollect perfectly well when you
came to me, an apprentice just out OF your
time, to inquire if the paper you AFTER,
wards purchased could be had; you SAID
Won had three dollars in your pocket, and
[ presume this was not overstated. l told
you that the paper was for sale, and that
you could buy it and pay for it. You did
this, and you have done great deal more,
for which your friends desire to oongra-
tulate you, and to ask of you your accept
ance of this gold watch and chain, as a
token of their friendship, and an express
sion of their regard for your services as
the conductor of an able and influential
journal, and for your qualities as citizen
and a man.
Mr.. Whiting was taken completely by
surprise, and exhibited, evident emotion.
In accepting the gift, however, ne gave in
substance the following
Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1870-08-18

since John Fl. Warland edited the Clare
mont Eagle, some twenty-five years ago,
when he said it was so dry that he had to
soak his pig to make him hold swill.
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WHY DON'T YOU TRY WELLS
w CARBoLIC TABLETS. They are d
sure cure for Sore Throat Cold, Group, Dipthe1ia,
Catarrah or Hoarseness; also, successful Remedy
for Kidney Difficulties. Price IS cents per Box
Sent by mail on receipt of price, by J. Q. LEI
LOG, "a Plat ST.. New York, Sole Agent for
NY.
Sold by Druggists. ildsw
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HofTs Malt Extract is not only renowned ID
cases of Hoasseness, Coughs, Dyspepsia, etc.,
and on account OF Its non-excitng properties a
beverage which can be used az ali times by every
one, but is doubly SO in cases of 1ubercular Con-
SUMPTION.
The official reports of many of the military
hospitals of Europe state that: ut puts stop
to the inroad of this powerful enemy, and rem
ders the progress of the malady impossible II
is direct antagonist to tuberculsr, morolh
constitution by preventing tn settling and hxlpg
OF the albuminous matter; moreover, 1t power
fully excites the activity of the lungs and In
creases the circulation of the blood.
Sold by all Druggists and Grocers.
TARRANT Il CO., 278 Greenwich st., N. Y,
Sole Agents for United States, etc.
AugSd&g2w
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TO RENT.

a large front room in the Rutland Opera
House Block,-one OF the best rooms In town for
a first class office. For terms, &c., apply to
july27dtf NEWMAN WEEKS.
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udy the IsG OF August ZOE uis 1eHioFaA "
Shoreham, that he might die in the old
mansion in which he was born. But he
was suddenly taken i'll and died ab short
warming. The whole family are now
buried at Shoreham. Mr.. Hand was a
man of liberal culture and of amiable
character an able writer and an earnest
preacher.
CHEsTER.-The young ladies of the
Episcopal society held festival in Acade-
my Hall Last Thursday evening, which
was fully attended, considering the fer
venoy of the heat, and which resulted in
augmenting the exchequer of the society
over 500. Benevolence alone did not
prompt all who attended to "shell over"
to the fair beseeching solicitors,
but an attractive entertainment was
given, and property at a fair per cent. was
exchanged for shinplasters; in fact, it
was demonstrated at the festival that con-
science had corner there, and that ooun-
trymen need have no fear of making a
purchase without having first ''struok a
bargain" Festivals are good things,
when managed by young ladies with be-
witching persuasiyeneas of manner,
We are indebted to L. T. Pollard,
ESQ, gentleman from Boston, who is
spending the summer here, and to Geo.
FL. Cole, the proprietor of the Ingraham
House, for setting on foot series of social
hops, which, judging from the first, which
came off Friday evening, will prove a
fund Of healthy enjoyment to the
boarders, the house, and many others who
by the courtesy of the projectors may be
invited to participate. Between twenty
and thirty couples hoped it Friday eve
until about midnight, adjourning then to
next Friday eve. would not undertake
to particularize the special attractions in
the matter of personal beauty, elegant
toilettee, graceful evolutions, etc, Of the
ladies, but l can honestly state that they
ali wore splendid clothes, and seemed free
from rheumatic"
We learn from ii private letter that
our venerable townsman, Nathaniel Full
Ierton, Esq, attended a grand masquerade
ball at the Union House, Saratoga Springs,
where over thousand jewellers congrcga-
ted, receiving marked ciyilitjes from dis,
ladies and gentlemen. When
it is remembered that Mr.. Fullerton II
rising 96 years Of age, it viii be account
ed no trihing task to be lionized through
almost an entire night in such place.
Prof. Harvey has for the past few
evenings edited our citizens by sending
up Illuminated balloons.
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THE SECOND DIsTRICT.-The Repub-
lican Convention of the Second Congress
sional District was held at White River
Junction on Wednesday, and resulted as
e~pected. and as matter of course. in the
unanimous nomination by reclamation, of
Hon. l.. P. Poland for reelection to Con-
press