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8prtjal Notjtrs.
Perii and PrecautIon.


This q season shat tries the frame ard tie con
sttutoa f,here he weak point in either the
eh.i.1- daaos, the nainrous fo-s, the varieties OF
tenn erltu-o that mark the commencement Of the
Water season are ,ars to lind it oat There arc soE
systems taa; ave not q vc4z spot somewhere. AID
the w.ses. thi-s tia. aay man or woman caa do IS
TO farufy itbg course OF Hostetts7's Stomach Bit
t,r', a1d thus keep the enemy at bay. In war,
when city is neaaasa the arstrtaing to be done is
to strengthen the nnfssa. The same policy
should be adopted With the human body, when its
dice, foe malaria. is abroad j the stomach is
weak tie ton e viii .e-d 1t vigor. the bowels are
mo-bdly sens tive ta's Alternative will regulate
thon the liver is inert. this wholesome stinu-
leat vi rouse it ii there is constipation, this sp-
er.ont Will cure it. If there is nervous debility this
usryine will replace & with nervous visor; if there
is 1purty in the bo5d. this depureut rll neutral
i1slt there is cloud on the spirit, this evhllar-
an, will dis9el 1t. There ars facts that have been
demonstrated syory day for the last twenty years.
Can as much be said for any other meicine-or
ratheroln rs much be proved for ANYTHING nay be
said by the uuscru uI5us d. not acsept any Of the
local bitiers sometimes recommended By dealers IN
lieu ofths STANDARD Restorative.
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FRANKLIN COUNTY TEACHERS INSTITUTE
The Institute for Franklin County was in ses-
sion last week in Richford. A large number
Of teachers were in attendance, the roll running
as high as one hundred and fifteen. Mr.. o. H.
Kile of Westerly, r. l., conducted the Institute,
assisted by Miss Eliza NJ. Clark of Bennington,
and Miss Fannie Taft Of Castleton.
The exercises throughout the entire week
were interesting and beneicial. Mr.. Kile de
livered three addresses upon Monday, Tuesday
and Wednesday EVENING" The thoughts en-
bodied in each lecture bore proof that the speaker
WAS fally converssut with the subjects consider
ed and the fact thst the hall was filled to over
flowing on each night WAS evidence that his
work Was appreciated.
DR.. French arrived Thursday a. m. and pro-
ceeded at once to examine the candidates for
State certificates. But two certificates we're
granted The successful candidates were C. W.
Stone of Richford, and L. D. Bragg. student
in Middlebury College. DR.. French spoke
Thursday evening upon the change from the
district to the town system, and on Friday even
ing closed the Institute with an interesting talk
upon the study of Natural History. All inter
ested seemed highly pleased at the result Of the
weeks work, and those from abroad were espe-
ciAlly grstfei by the cordial reception extend
. ed to them by the people Of Richford.
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WOOL. The demand for all kinds Of Wool has
been quite active and the market is still tending
upward desirable lots OF fleece and pulled having
commanded very full prices during the week The
sales have been 10000 lbs domestic at very full
prices, and inc ude 3l5,0O0 lbs. Western. Ohio,
10000 lbs California from IS "a 5nc Including CON
siderable choice fall clips % a Soc and 100000 rs
super ardX pulled nom 80 to soc p %. Comblns
neeces have been sold high as 74c Ior domestic
2 =.
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FAIRFAx-The students Of the New Hampton
Institute. on Christmas night, agreesbly enter
tanned their friends, and at the same time en-
joyed themselves, by Christmas tree and
sociable At sessonable hour, a happy thronz
assembled in the Gymnasium, t. pay their re-
spects to old " Santa Claus" and his eoually
beloved co-laborer, who is the source of New
Yesrjoys. After enjoying little visit with the
sged couple, all hands repaired to the chapel,
where besutiful sight greeted their eyes.
Upon the stage was Christmas tree, capped
with snow-White doll, brilliantly lighted with
Waxen tspert, and tGstefully decked with costly
presents. After the distribution Of gifts, most
of the audience returned to the Gymnasium, to
witness few tsbleaux presented by the stu
dents These. though hastily prepared, through
the untiring efforts Of the preceptress who had
them in charge. were very creditably executed.
A Christmas song was sung after the tableaux
by some of the students, with which the few
who had remained were highly pleased With
good night to " Santa Claus the happy
company dispersed, having inside Christmas
merry into the " wee sma' hours
A donation and supper came of Christmas
night at the Methodist church. for the benefit of
Rev. Mr. Underwood Many we're in attendance,
and handsome sum was realized.
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WIEoosKI.-The Good Templars' exhibition
asst Monday evening was largely attended, Con-
cert Hall being packed to it's utmos; capacity.
The Sherman Band were in attendance, and
played several excellent selections, for which,
and the free use of the hall. the Good Templsrs
have reason to be grateful. This they manifest
Cd in part by present in the shape Of a purse
to Mr.. Sherman, which Was found upon the
treef. There we're two trees, both heavily
loaded, and loads Of good things which the trees
could not contain, we're piled upon the stage.
Everybody and his wife had from one to six
presents and many were willing to have even
"ore' The literary exercises we're very credi-
'aoie- Some Of the tableaux were excellent,
o'hefs amusing as they were designed His
satanic Majesty" by H. ". Jordan, WAS a very
"King character, and suggested the suggestion
that Mr.. jordan, as printers devil, must be
lara to beat Too much credit cannot be given
70 Messrs. Jordan, Herrck and few others for
'neif unTearied labors in preparing for the oc-
oAslon The only unpleasant feature in the
whole affair was piece of poetry. 50 called. in
Tue paper which reflected somewhat upon
the reputable village Of winoosk;.
1t was evidently written by one whose skill in
numbering the kings English, and torturing
The rules of VersifeatiOu, i, only equalled by
nus total lack Of ali sense of decency and pro-
prety. 1t was . sad mistake in the Good
1emPlars in tOlersting such an abomiustion
Inc Good TemplArs will realize q handsome
pecuuisry benefit from the exhibition.
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Net receipts,

wish to return our thanks to al who assisted US,
to the ladies who abored assiduously in prepar-
ing for the air to the Book aud Ladder Co.. for
their beautiful gift; to the Queen City Band, for
their kind services, and lastly to you Mr.. Editor.
for your kindness in ,lling atterton to the Fair
while it was ins held ! only regret that any
Misunderstanding prevented the Hook Ladder Co.
from realiz NJ as much as they anticipated.
tours very respectfully,
THos. LrSca, " q
Hnriturton Tar . I.-f
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Tepal gotires.
R.FLErCHER,s ESTATE

STATE OF VERMONT, , To all persons con-
DisIRIcroF cHIrTESDsS'ss.S Thaddeus Fletcher,
late Of Burlington, in said district, deceased.
GREETING.
At az Probate Court holden at Burling on W thin
and Tor the District Of Chi tenden the 2st cav Of
December D. ISL. an Instrument, purportinS TO
be the last Will and Test Of rnaddeus fletch-
err late Of Burlington. in said dis riot deceased
presented to the Court Aforesaid, for probate, ard
II IS ordered BY said Court that tho 2}d day OF
January, A. ID. is72 at the Probate Court Ros IN
said Burlington, be assigned for proving sa lnstf
ment and that notice thereof he given TO al per-
sons concerned. BY publishing this three weeE
successfully 10 the Burlington wesk.y rec Press.
newspaper printed AZ said Burlin stOn, previous To
the um7 appointed
Therefore. you are hereby notified to appear be-
fore said Court at the time place sEsresaa aud
contest the pFonate Of said will, ifyou Pc cause.
divvn under my hand at ourlington in SAID Dig
trict, this 2ist day Of DECEMBER. A ID 81.
RUSSELL 3. TAFT, Register.
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TIMgERED LAND FOR SALE.

$500 sSIs or LAS cS 0f 81 dS win rni
uts 10 Franklin County, n Y, on a Large River,
One ST. Regis) and convenient to 'he Ogdenshur=h
undersigned at 81 30 per acre title perfect and
taxes pa d 70 date or the above land will ne ex
changed tor city property. A commission Of 5 per
cent is offered the sale OF the land terms sat
isfact iry to the owner. Address, &c. p North
Bangor. FRA kun County, New York.
nec 4l-fauGHft
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Z HAZZS
W ~ VEGETABLE SlClLlAN
aSSlI HAIR
$50 REVIEWER.

IT WILL POSITIVELY RESTORE GRAY HAIR
To ITS ORIGINAL COLOR.
J. keeps the Hair from falling out. l. the best
dressing in the world, making feless stin, hrashy
hair, healthy, soft aud glossy.
Tor sale by 81 druggists
r. ?. HALL Z CO.. Nashua, n. H., 'Proprietors.
Dec !-Wiw
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MONTPELIER & WELLS RIVER RAILROAD
The work on this road is progressing in most
thorough and satisfactory manner. large
force is now at work in the wilderness between
Groton and Mansfield. \ contract has been
made with Mr.. W. H. Smith of New Hampshire,
to complete all the bridges along the line Of the
road. Mr.. Smith is well known as one Of the
most reliable of bridge builders in New England,
and has had large experience in the business.
This contract looks favorable for the early COM
pletion Of the rosl
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AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY or CHI
TENDEN COUNTY.

THE annual mse-ing Il the Agricultural Spciety
/ of Chi tenden County, for the erection OF on
GERS and Transaction Of such business as may come
before the meeting. will be neld at the nnc n
House in E1ex FUNSTON. on Thursday, January
IL, Is72 at 10 O'CLOCK in the orsnoOn.
HN rkWELL.
Secretary.
shelburn. Dsc 81. ls7l.-d&w2w.
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sweet sixteen. Irvou wish to look young as
well rs beautiful uss Hagan's Magnolia Balm upon
your face neck and hands and Lyons Celebrated
hltharion upon your air The balm makes your
complexion natural. transparent and lively. Ii re
moves trecAles, PIN jles. ioth- patches, &c and
int aad OF a red, rustic face You have the marble
purity Of a city belle IL gives to middle age the
bloom Of youth Add to this a luXur ant head Of
hair, produced by Ly on's katharon, and ladv has
done her hsppiest thing 10 the w4s Of adOrnment
IL Is the beet Dressing In the world and prevents
the hair from falling cut and turning gray. Sold BY
all Druggists.
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s.. Adams MARKET.-The market Tuesday
"a, doll for ibo,h butter and cheese, and but
lite Of the latter brought IN, selling at u IL
als lie for dairy, and IS ID to II lie for
i,csry Butter-lS TO &c for winter d.iriet;
q. q for fall dairies; snd 80 for extra fine
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ST. ALBASs.-The high wind Of Saturday
night blew down one Of the small columns Of
the steeple of the Congregational church. broke
q window, and tore up the slate in one or two
places. Two of the Weldon House chimneys
were badly disorgsnizsd, and several chimneys
in other parts of the village were more or less
damaged.
While the coach of the American House was
conveying Mr.. Miller and wife, of 0gdensburgh,
to Mr.. Sessions house. on Lake Street, the
coach was overturned by a fierce gust of wind,
injuriDg the inmates considerably though not
seriously. The coach was also overturned on its
return to the hotel.
The ladies of St. Luke's Church presented the
wife of the rector, Rev. N. F. Putnam, with an
American family sewing machine, and cash,
amounting in all to SO. The gentlemen of the
parish presented the rector with a purse ex-
ceeding 500, the receipt of which was feeling
ly and appropriately acknowledged from the
pulpit.
senger of the United States and Canada Express
Company, from ST. Adams to Montreal, and
who was long a clerk in the express office in
Burlington, recsived a surprise visit on Satur-
day night in the shape of handsome chamber
get Of black walnut, with marble tops, valued at
about 5000, procured through the kindness of
gentlemen connected with the railroad, custom
house snd express business, with the assistance
OF come Of the most prominent citizens of ST.
Adams and Montreal. The presentation wss
made, after Mr.. Allen, who has recently as
suDed matrimonial responsibilities had retired.
Mr.. Barney F. Kelley made pleasant presents-
ton speech, and Mr. Allen fifty expressed his
obligations for this mark of the esteem and ap-
probation of his friends.
The hostess Of the Weldon House, on Christ
mas morning. was made the recipient of a
beautiful silver pitcher, salver, gOble's and waste
cup, the whole valued at about $50. the gift Of
the regular bosrders Of the establishment.
RurLANp'-Mr and Mrs. John A Sheldon,
celebrated their wooden wedding on wednesday
Of last week.
Trinity Church, Christmas eve was chastely
and handsomely decorated with evergreens for
this festal period Of the year, snd the services,
which were semi-chors, had peculiar interest
to the older members of the parish, from the fact
that within the past week had been erected, and
wa. now seen for the first time,A beautiful mural
tablet, in memory Of Rev. DR.. Hicks, the first
aud much beloved Rector Of the parish. with the
following inscription
MEMORIAL
Of the
Rev John A. Hicks, y. d.
First and much beloved Rector
Of this Parish
IS years and months,
From Jan ? l5}2. 10 July l-6O
Born Feb p, l.J2-
Was Graduated at Colombia College l-23.
At the Gen. The logical Seminary, \ v, 1926,
Ordained nea. by risboO Hobart ls1b.
Priest by Bishop White, 1924.
Entered into rest Nov l-d9.
Near the close faithful ministry
OF 43 years. lie writes
"If ante pate with calmness
the day Of Tecompense II is through faith
IN that com passionate Redee1er who
loved me, and gave himself for me-
whose faith follow Heb, xii. vii.
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RUTLAND COUNTY TEACHERS IssTITUrE.-Tbe
Teachers Institute for Rutland County convened
in Pittsford on the 18th inst, and continued its
sessions until the evening Of the 23i One hun
dred aud fourteen teachers were in attendance. of
whom 81 were ladies. Secretary French was
present. and among the special assistants was
Miss Williams of this city. Prof Weber Of
Middlebury College and Prof Collier of the Uni
versity Of Vermont, each contributed lecture
The aim Of Prof Golfers lecture vas to show
that physical and natural science should have
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Uinight Mass was celebrated At st. Mary's
C,asirsl and St. JOseph's Church, Sunday
gssng. Both edifces were crowded with
sr,hippers.
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Burlington, Vt.
DEAR sra,-Havins besll benefited by your pro
fsssional skill do not hesitlt, 20 recommend you
to Others who may b, slfsrias with chronic all.
ments. One year ago was afflicted With a catarrh
al affection, accompanied by an liberated sore
throat. consulted and was treatei By regular
physicians, but received litus or no benefit.
Finally, las: spring, sought your opinion Of my
ease, which was such as to induce me to place my
self under your treatment single operation,
followed up by your prescribed treatment, proved
sufficient to rsmovo the disease and its tistressin
effects. Several months hlgi1s elapsed since wss
your Patient, regari tie cure as permanent.
Acsepi my siucsrs thinks for tho signal benefit
received, which attribute 70 your superior rsiea.
skill.
respectfully yeurs.
PHILIP K gIEED
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CHAPLAIN TRANSPORTATION CoMPAxY.-The
.srusl meeting of the ChsmplAin Transportation
Company will be held in this city on Thursday,
r,5rsry 4th, at nine O'Clock q. N.
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. GREAT CHANCE FOR AGENTS

"a Do you want an agency, local or travelling,
"a with an opportunity to make 50 TO SEQ
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y HUBS N RIvEs WIRE WoaKs, Cur. Water 5:
nd MAIDEN La1e, N ", or SIC W HsndOlph Street,
hicago. Dec ~ dSwiI
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Gaining in midwinter is not a very common
,.1rrence 10 this region. Between five and six
clock on Saturday evening, however, several
.tsrp flashes Of Lightning were observed in this
vicinity. They we're 50 distant that the thun-
s- vas but family heard.
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PLEASE NuFICE

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Suhscr ptiOn Agent and
Deputy Pos msster.
Dec 2=wu Milton Vt
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WANTED "A few reliable energetic men. to
w act as General Agents for the Hartford Life
lnsurance Company his Goa pany guarantees &
per cent compound interest on all premiums paid,
and Inserts in its policy whel payments cease -
which varies a coroing to age, ard In no instance
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Men OF energy can build up a large and profitable
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cies, with refereuce. u
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No. ! Bans Block, Rutland, Vt
Dec cG-altlwtf
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LUCIA T. wHEELeR's ESTATE.

STATE OF VERMONT. al rrrsons con
DISTRICT OF cslTrs"DES, 81 "a Hbss- s'e Sl
Of Burlington. in said district, decea ed,
GREETING
AT Probate Court holden at burlington, within
and for the District Of Chittenden, the ooh DAY
Of ileceWner ADDS an Instrument purportInz 10
be the last VIII and Testament Of Llc a . o. ,ier
late Of Burlin=t "a. in said District deceased vas
presented 70 the Court aforesaid for Probate and
is ordered by said Court that the sth da ofJ may
n ID. i'i2, al the PROBATE Court Rooms To said Bur
hnEton, be assigned for proving saiu Instrument.
and thai notice thereof he given o. all persuns cln-
cernedi by publishing thi- order three weeks sue
cesslveiy in the Burlington FREQ Press a
newspaper printed At sad Burlington previous to
the tune appointed.
THERE oRg yoa are hereby notified to appaa-
before said Court, at the time ami place aforesaid
cause.
Given under my hani az Burlington in said Dis
trict, this i6th day OF December, A. ID ISL.
T. +. WALES. Judge.
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Three members Of the Chittenden county bar
we're counsel on the Shaeket-Hammond csse in
as Addison county court at Middlebury. viz,
us,-rs. Phelps, Hard and Ballard, and four on
,le Ring murder trial, Mes1rs Phelps, Hard
Ballard and Whit;more
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"atertown Union Live stock Market.
ron THE WEEK ENDING TUESDAY. Dec. %, 1871.

AMOUNT or LIVE STOCK AT MARKET.
Cattle. Sheep 4 Lambs. Swine
L Last week a5 s,a1s
Prices Of Market Beef A few choice, 50 so
extra, 50 a q, first quality, s. 90 a 80 second
quality, s. % a 50s third quality, s. 10 a so
Prices off Store Cattle-Working Oxen, Y pair. $50
Mich Cows and Calves, from $50 a co; extra, 50.
q 80.
Fsrrow Cows, s. ,a25.
Yearlings, Sc 5G II; Two years old .sI2a2-. Three
Western fat swlne-Liyo, none Northern ORES cd
Hogs &C Pb.
Store Hogs Wholesale none.
Prices Of sheep ana Lambs-In lots, 500 $500
to sicPb
Spring Lambs siOO@s5a.
Prices Of Hides. Taliow and Skins-Brighton Hides,
s:G9s v p Tallow, 6d6,e VII Country Hides,
si;sb Tallow, 5G6c Y b Pelts, 81 50 a ? so ;
Calf okins,l6 1lSc y h.
REMARKS.
Cattls-Ths live stock trains were all in early,
with the exception of the Burin ton and Ruti and
train, which un Il the tr ok some three miles
above oeilow Falls As We could learn the
train was lignt ten car loads the extent Trade
this mornin for cattle was fair sh, wlh the light
supply One or two droves pas d into second
amos. % sell az 'ri.htOn Vim COiwell had 1877
Fl ie Western cattle, me Of the sales noticed
below The general Drift OF sales indicate that pri-
c-s are fully equal u the opening Of Ia,t we K. r
& Strach ans lot Of from G .uadA were sold by
Wm. Scolans 10 Httha Eay I 6De iscRib live
weight IA ~ rs. Cliwel sold IS steers at 81
Yib i've WEI hit, 10 steers 81 IN live <eight; I6
Steers at 6icS live weight steers At s. ~ scwt
ivs ~"ight. newton sofa a. sscPtb, 81
shrink, a. d So extra o. lot average 1850 tbs r e
Ripley IL uxen At 9cPib dress weight dress rl01
ms each j Tia HiltoD a a large u months Id
calf III I wsig ed 100 TBS az market. Dow sold }
oxen at. 800 ~ dress 7.c Pib dress weight; year
O.d steers and cows at 6icFib dress weight
sh-eD-Hut little DONG the sheep liue this
week; hutche were q tie we stocked, with last
wees's 81 ply so Il and not kile 50 e Of which
were in the sh ep houses at this market feeding
Tnis tek' supply was light, md it il hoped that
the MARI ct r muttOh raj before Saturday
night. But few buy ers pre- ent ami these ere not
anxious I purch sc Sevtri lots changed Ia ds 1t
prices not hi h-r than last week S Nut er sold
3 sheep at s. Fhead. ay"age io3 ihs. lot sv-ra
iGg rs al s. khezS another small lot AZ g. SOC
head. av 10 Ms SIC srlsnd sofa $50 sheep t re
Sit av HOB. A Averi4l sold l01 esp 81 jicgtb
ay 7zhs
Poultry With tha he7yy receipts OF last week
forced into the market and the DUBIOUS state Of the
weather hiss keOt back supplies his week a most
entirely. We gu te prices follows, Ezra lots at
l5c git; Prime l4ialiic. good dliic medium %
6pl3tc Door 10 med I'm I2I fXfcSR
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STATE OF VERMONT, To all persons con
DISTRICT OF 'A'rrESpE''ss joel Fsk, lsie Of Of
Colchester in said District, deceased
GREETING.
At Probate Court holden at Burlin ton. Sitbin
and for tbs District Of Chiltenden On the t6ta cav
o. DECEMBER, A ID. 1871. an Instrument, purport
Ing to b. the Ia Will and Testament, OF Joel
Fix, late Of Colchester, Ia said district de-
ceased. presented to the Cou az resaid for
Probate and Il l. ordered ~ aid court tha tn Gan
day Of January A. ID. 1872. al the Probate Court
Rooms in said Barln g;on he assigned Tor proving
said instrument; and that nocre thereof he give 10
all persons con erned ~ pub ishin thsurder thf go
weeks -uccsssiTey 10 the Burlington rec frees a
new spaper print at said Burlington, preyioui 70
the time appointed.
THEREFORE, gu are hereby notified to aOpelr be-
fore said Court, at the zine "a place aoresaid, ard
contest the PROBATE % said VII II ycu ave ca 90.
Given under my hand, 3 iriinston N sad us
tret. this l6th day Of Decem1er A. ID n
2hR3w n. WA e Iudya-
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GS0 GuiLrr or MANsLAUGHrER.-It will be
seen that the Jury in the Bristol murder case,
fund Ring guilty Of manslsughter As Chief
Justice PierPoint charged the Jury strongly in
behalf IF the prisoner, the general expectation
vs., tia, he would be acquitted.