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Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01
Concert at WaIpoIe.

1t must have been gratifying to Messrs.
Mcneil and Blake, who gave a concert
at the above named place Wednesday
evening Aug. Odd, to witness the enthu-
siasm displayed, by the large and appre-
ciative audience, which nearly filled the
hall. Messrs Mcneil and Blake spared
neither laber or expense, to secure the
very best talent, and enough of it, to
give variety and have some part adapted
to all tastes.
Mrs. H. e. Sawyer, whose singing at
the last Musical convention at Keene,
secured for her host of friends, in this
vicinity, sang "Ah guel giorno" From
Semiraims) in fine tune and tone, which
exhibited great amount of taste and
execution, and left nothing to be desired /;
In response to the audience she sang
Cradle Song" by Wallace which was
very pleasing and effective. Her other
songs were equally we'll rendered and re.
ceived.
The Violin playing by Mr.. c. N AL
len, was truly wonderful, seldom, fever,
have we heard such execution and per-
feet taste and finish displayed on this
Instrument. He seems to throw his
whole soul into his music, and holds his
hearers spell-bound from the first until
the last note is finished. We truly hope
we may have the pleasure of hearing
more from this gentleman in the future.
Mr. J. ?. Cobb as humorist can hard
ly be excelled, the song Trip to Niagra
Falls, was very laughable, and was we'll
received and also the Omnibus" song
which he sung in response to the audience
the second time.
Mr.. j. A. Hills played some extreme
ly difficult pieces, for Piano, by List
and Henselt in splendid style, which
showed hard study and untiring appli-
cation. Seldom have we heard piano
in concert room which gave such per.
feet satisfaction, although the music rem
dered was not of character to show the
full power and resource of the instru-
ment; yet, the clear, penetrating notes
sounded equally well near by, or at a
distance. The prolonged singing quail
ty of tone, was of great assistance to the
soloists, and ELECTED much praise from
thelisteners. To those who are interested
in Pianos and think of purchasing, we
would recommend to examine this instru-
ment carefully. Manufactured by Dun
ham & Sons, New York, of which we are
informed Messrs Mcneil and Blake are
sole agents for New England and have
their ware rooms at 3l3 Washington St.
Boston. We hope that the time is not
far distant when we may have the pleas
ure of listening to more of this class of
music either in Walpole or some of the
adjoining towns. Bellows Falls has been
favored with several entertainments of
this class during the summer and now
the good work has begun, we hope all
lovers of music will make every effort in
their power to encourage and sustain
them.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

INCIDENT OF THE DIsAsTER.-One
touching scene was that of young boy,
whose name could not be ascertained.
He was lying on his back, injured inter
nally, besides which his left leg was bro
ken near the ankle. The little fellow
was suffering fearlully, and once in
while be would cry out from pain, but,
seeming to possess an uncommon spirit,
he would bite his little lips, and, with
the muscles of his face and neck swelling
out like cords, would, with the heart of
hero, strive to crush back the cry that
welled from his mangled bosom. His
injuries we're such that he must have
died that night.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

RUNAWAY ACCIDENT.-On Saturday
forenoon last, Mr.. II. Todd and wife of
Cuttingsville, while driving to Rutland
with pair of horses, met with an acci-
dent occasioned by the running away of
the team. The spirited animals became
alarmed at an enormous boulder that
had been drawn out of a meadow and
thoughtlessly leftnear the roadside, when
they suddenly sprang TO one side, cap
sizing the carriage. Mr.. Todd and his
wife were thrown to the ground, the car
riage falling on the top of them. MIR.
Todd, in attempting to hold the fright
ened horses, was dragged three or four
rods, when they escaped and ran to North
Clarendon beforethey were stopped. Mr..
Todd and bis wife received some painful
bruises, but fortunately escaped serious
injury. The horses were pretty severely
injured in their long race, and the car
riage completely demolished.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01
Vermont News.
: Coal SO a ION at Castleton.


Coal is selling at eight and nine
dollars per ton in Vergennes, and from
nine to ten in Middlebury.
- james Ferguson, of Barnet, was
one hundred years old last week Wednes-
day. He celebrated the anniversary by
taking ride to St. Johnsbury.
A little child of John Perkins of
Bridgewater, was poisoned recently by
drinking water in which fly paper had
been soaked, but has since recovered.
= James Allen got his leg badly hurt
below the knee ON the Sd of July last,
by being thrown from wagon at Win
hall. A few days since he got one bone
broken on the same limb.
- The slaughter house of Mr.. G. Q.
Chamberlain, situated on the Monkton
road, was burned on Tuesday night last,
about II o'clock. 1t was undoubtedly
set on fire, as none had been used in the
building for several days. Loss, 5000 (;
snsured for 5000.
= Two barns belonging to Albert w.
Marsh, about one mile south of Bran
don village, were entirely destroyed by
fire Friday night with forty tons of good
hay and large quantity of grain, farm
ing tools and one wagon. Loss $1,000
on which there was an insurance of S475
in the Vermont Mutual.
"A terrible accident recently occur
red in Silsby's mill in West Burke. As
the sawyer, Wright Clifford, of Newark,
was putting belt upon wheel his leg
was caught and torn nearly from his
body, tearing open his bowels and man
Cling him dreadfully. Mr.. Clifford is
still alive, but it is thought that his in-
! jury is too severe to entertain much hope
of his recovery.
"A man named Powers was fatally
wounded at Salem a few days since by
an AK which glanced from tree he was
telling, striking him in the neck and sew
ering his wind-pipe and jugular vein
Raising his hand to his throat, he ex-
claimed: Il am dead man, but want
to see my wife and child before | die, +"
but after running few rods, dropped to
the ground from loss of blood and almost
instantly expired.
- The dwelling house of Mr.. Moses
H. Bass, about two miles from West
Randolph, caught fire in the roof, Sun
day, 18th inst, and was totally consumed.
The furniture and clothing were mostly
saved, although in damaged condition
The piano was taken out of the house
while there was very little help, and re-
ceived considerable damage, water was
so far away that it was only with the
I greatest effort that the barn and contents
we're saved The valuable papers, etc.,
thought at first to have been lost, were
found all safe after the fire. Insured in
the Farmers Mutual for about $780,
! On the 9th inst Mrs. BASIS barn was
also burned.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

A man in Hartford, Ct, whose in
dignation was aroused by the change
made year ago in car fare, from six to
seven cents, has walked since that time
to and from his place of business, and
deposited the seven cents for each jour
ney in box at home. The other day
he opened the box and took out $109 20,
but, best of all, he finds his health and
digestion SO much improved by his exer-
else that he says seven cents is cheap
enough for the privilege of walking a
mile.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

GRAFTON ladies of the Baptist
Church and society held their annual
Black berry festival Tuesday evening in
the Town Hall. The weather was not
favorable during the day, but at nightfall
the clouds lifted and the people ventured
from their homes in large numbers with
merry hearts and plethoric purses. The
berries and other refreshments were
abundant and excellent. We never tast-
ed better cakes than come from those ia
bles, and their excellence was remarked
by others. OF course flowers graced the
scene. A new feature was the sale of
buttonhole boquets, which sold rapidly
and added much to the personal beauty
of many of the sterner sex, and enhanc-
ed the charms of the fair ones. Ice
creams cool and sweet were sold in large
numbers. Why cannot these creams be
hot and steaming like cup of coffee, so
that dyspeptics and other delicate people
can enjoy them. The hall was elaborate
ly and neatly trimmed. For wonder
not speech was heard, only such i'm
promptu ones as fell from the eloquent
lips of L. S. Walker, Esq, who presided
over the gathering, and those made by
the weak and emaciated" auctioneer
Hon. F. Phelps. BY uniform consent, it
was one of the most cheerful and success
full festivals which this festive town has
enjoyed for many a year. The receipts
of the evening were S87.
PANIFEX.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

PENSIONS TO SOLDIERS OF 1S12-It
is stated that up to August 14th, six
months from the passage Of the act,
there had been something less than $500
pensions granted to the veterans of 1872.
Of this number, twenty-five, or one out
of each hundred, were granted to per-
sons residing in the Western Vermont
District. Three of these died after
making application, but before receiv-
ing their pension certificates, viz: james
Carter of Ferrisburgh Benz. Mann of
West Rutland and Othniel Packard of
Brandon; and one, Elisha Miller of
Williston, has died since receiving his
first payment.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

DEATH OF II. f. THoMAs.-We regret
to learn of the death Of Hiram T. Thorn
as, Esq, of Felchville, which occurred
on Friday last, of typhoid fever, after
an illness of four weeks, aged thirty-five
years. Mr.. Thomas was held in high es-
TEEN by his townsmen and was the repre-
sentative in the legislature from the town
of Reading, having been chosen to that
position at the selection. tie was ma
tive we think, of the town of Waitsfeld
and leaves a wife and three young chill
dren.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

"A laughable incident took place in
the parlor of the Union hotel at Sarato-
ga day or two ago. Two countrymen
were gaping around the room, when a
lady approached wearing fashionable
trail. One of the party lodged it. but
the other walked straight across it, and
ON finding out his error apologized with,
II beg your pardon, madam; | thought
you had passed some time ago"
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01
LOCAL MATTERS.

There will be preaching at Engine
Hall ON Sunday next at the usual hours.
- Half fare on the railroads to the
6reman's muster at Brattleboro, Friday
III this week.
81 = The weather has been wet and
heavy most of the week, and the river
higher this Thursday morning than on
Nc first of the week.
Our Village schools commence the
bill term next Monday, and having a
food board ofteachers every pupil should
fesolve to make it the best of the year.
j. II. Hunkins was not discharged
rom arrest at Ludlow, as before report
"a, but held for examination on Saturday
Of this week, at which time he will no
doubt be discharged.
- A heavy freshet is reported in More
own, in Mad river, Washington county,
oyerhowing fields and carrying off grain,
md in the village some of the people
bowed out of their dwellings.
~ A large quantity of rain must have
FALLEN in the north part of the State the
FIRST part of the week, as the river is
much higher than at any time since
spring.
- Eli Barnum of Chester, has a po-
tato field of one hundred and five acres.
With an ordinary crop of a hundred and
6fty bushels TO the acre, this field will
yield 1880 bushels.
- Abenaqui Fire Engine Company,
3. f. Dewey, foreman, will attend the
Wand ireman's muster at Brattleboro
Friday of this week, with full ranks and
regalia. They will be accompanied by
the Cornet Band We learn that some
Menty-fve Companies have signifed
heir intention of being present.
= We would call the attention of all
Interested in pianos, organs, music, &c.
Il Merrill, at Keene, N. H. Mr.. Mer-
rill is of course we'll known in this sec
ton, and their business in such hands
will no doubt be we'll tostered.
The barns on Elliot street, Brattle-
bore, belonging TO Martin Martin, were
destroyed by freon the 18th ult, eighteen
tons of hay, one horse and two cows were
also burnt with them, supposed to be the
work of an Incendiary. Loss some $500
and no insurance. Damage to the house
5000 and insured.
- Miss Wolcott, who was injured al
The Charleston railroad accident, is ex
pected to return to her home in Boston
today, Thursday. She has been very
III, and her nervous system so Frustrated
that her friends have not dared to in
form her, Cor had not a few days since
Of the death of her three companions by
the accident.
Advertised Letters-Miss Ella Bah
cock, Miss Jenny Conner, B. G. Flory
Augustin Goette, Nelson Harper, Viii
Hard Howard, A. Pitts, +. c. Porter
il P. Robertson, Mrs. Harriet Lewis
Miss Mary Loveland, Dell Ellison, Mis-
Hattie Anterior. Any one calling fo
any of the above should say "advertis
ed !"
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

THANKS. Our thanks are due to Mr.
George II. Fairbrother of Westminster,
at present, however, an employee of the
Kiarsarge House, at North Conway, n.
H., for copy of the book entitled
"Mount Washington in Winter" being
the experience of the scientific party
who passed the winter of 1901 upon
its summit. The book has several inter-
esting illustrations besides the record of
their observations and is full of interest,
and our young friend may rest assured
that his favor is fully appreciated.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

CROPS IN CALEDONIA CoUNTY.-The
St. Johnsbury Caledonian says that not
withstanding the cold and dry summer,
the crops in that section of Vermont are
generally very good. The hay crop in
some sections was light, but in others.
taking quality into consideration, 1T was
nearly of usual value. The oat crop
has not been SO good for years. The
same is true of wheat. Potatoes are of
unusual good quality this year, and In
great contrast to last years crop. Corn
is the.only grain that there seems to be
diversity of opinion on, but it looks more
hopeful every day the growth is good,
and if frosts are not too early, there will
be good crop of corn. On the whole,
there is every reason to expect bounti-
full harvest this fall.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

UNION HALL ADJUSTMENTS. = Miss
Fannie Herring, the Popular New York
star actress, will give one of her favor
lite entertainments at the above named
Hall, presenting as the attraction the
Drama of the Little Detective in which
he assumes six distinct and difficult char
ncters. Miss Herring is supported by a
4rst class company of Dramatic ability
md the entertainment will be one worthy
Ne patronage of all loversof good acting.
Mr. T. A. Muller the celebrated vio-
In soloist is engaged with this company
md will appear during the evening in
bis celebrated violin SOLO. This in con-
pnction with the ORA icentertainment
rms one of the best Musical and Dra-
Datieal entertainments ever in the east
IN circuit. Persons wishing to secure
ickets in advance can do so at johnson
Rabbits.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

MARROW EsCAPE.-We learn from
the Rutland Herald that Mr.. Angus US
johnson of this place, engineer ON the
morning mixed train down from Rutland,
and two track men had narrow escape
from a serious accident on Tuesday morn
ing. Two section men supposing the
mixed train had passed, put a hand-car
Upon the track at Williams Rock, "
ind started for Rockingham, but had not
Proceeded far before they were startled
N hearing the train approaching, and
Rdeavored to get the car off the track
running it to crossing near by, sup
bsing they would have time. The swift
u approaching train, however, did not
allow of this movement, and Selling
coats and hats the men jumped from the
car just in time to see it struck by the
engine mt. Holly" and smashed into a
perfect wreck. The engineer, Augustus
johnson, saw the car only short dis
lance off, and wbistling for "down
Brakes" stopped down before the boiler,
probably just in time to escape instant
death, for cog-wheel flew from the
hand-car when struck by the locomotive,
and came directly through the open win
dow and struck the top of the cab. The
train did not stop entirely, and suffered
no materiel damage otherwise than the
breaking of step and SCATTERING the
glass of the headlight No blame could
Y oe attached to any one, and we congrat-
ulate engineer johnson on his escape
from what might have been serious
accident.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01


In this vii lage, Aug. 30, NELLIE S. EDDY.
infant daughter of @. b. and S. M. Eddy. aged six
weeks.
In West Brattleboro. Aug. q. ELECTA CAR
ROLL aged 70.
In Chesterfield. N. H., Aug. 10. ELIAS MEAD,
aged u.
In Providence. R. Z, Aug. %. ANTHONY VAN
DOOM of Brattleboro, aged 7S
In Ludlow, Aug q, Mr.. LYMAN Il. ROBBINS.
aged Al years and months.
In Cavendish, Aug. 18th. FLORA. wife Of Charles
Pratt. aged 20 years
In Springfield. July 31st, ROSETTA MARIA
EARL, wife of Salmon Thornton. aged 81 years.
In Pomfret, Aug. 10th, RUFUS GRAVES. aged 70
years.
In Windsor, Aug. Goth. MABEL LOUISE. dughter
of VIM A. and Eyeena Q. Butman, aged months.
In Bartonsyille, Aug. 18th. INA s. DAVIS. aged
year months and ~ days, daughter Of Mrs II. s.
and the late Horace A. Davis of Chester.
In Grafton, Aug n. Mr.. HENRY HOLMES, aged
Is years.
In Walpole. n. H., Aug. %. GEORGE BUNDY.
aged n years.
In Feiohville, Aug. 25 Mr.. HIRAMF. THOMAS,
aged IS years
In Saxtons River, Aug. Goth, WILLIE JAMES,
son Of Warren j. and Sarah A. Sherwin, aged
months 10 days.
" So fades the lovely blooming flower"
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

A KUKLUx KILLED.-A white man
named Lyon, was shot and killed,
Thursday night, in Wilson county, Tenn
by negro, into whose house he attempt
ed to force his way. Lyon was in dis
guise and was accompanied by Is others,
all of whom were masked.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01

= Hon. G. W. Willard, NJ. c., of
is now in California, and We
are glad TO hear that his sojourn West
and his recent travels are improving his
health.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01
Christian Convention.

The Convention assembled in the Bap-
fist Church, at Chester, on Wednesday
morning, Aug. 23d, Prof IL. II. Shaw of
Springfield in the chair After devo-
tional exercises led by Rev. j. II. Has
kins of Bellows Falls, the Nominating
committee reported II. III. Shaw, Presi-
dent, VIM. S. Lee, Secretary of the con-
vention. Addresses of welcome was made
by Rev. Charles Hubbard, Messrs. Spen-
Ger and Lee
10,45 A. NJ. Question-What is our
object in calling and attending this con-
vention? Opened by the committee.
1920 Question = What encourage
ment have we for immdiate and unceas-
ing efforts to save young men? opened by
Al. Hopkins of Boston The clear con
else way in which Mr.. Hopkins opened
the question seemed to inspire with inter
est, while the remarks of Rev. l.. II.
Cobb not only showed that we had some
thing to do to save young men but gave
such encouragement that we felt moved
for the work.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01
Farm for. Sale.

SAID FARM is situated in the southeast corner
~ of Andoyer. Contains hundred and ten
acres Twenty-Five acres tillage can nearly all be
moved with Machine; the balance Woodland and
Pasturng House convenient and in good repair ;
Barn and Out Buildings; Running water to House
and Barn from never falling Spring; Said Farm is
six miles from Chester. two and one half from Sim
onsvile, one-fourth mile from school, There are
good Apple and Sugar orchards. Any one wishing
to purchase will do well TO call and examine it, will
be sold cheap the Subscriber wishes to go West
WILLIAM WILLIAMS,
1916 Andover. Vermont
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01
CATTLE MARKET.
TUESDAY August %, 1877
AMOUNT or STOCK AT MARKET.
Cattle. Sheep. Shotes, Fat Hogs. Veal

Cattle. Sheep. shotes. Fat Hogs. Veal
This week. 1888 1881 300 1900 $50
Last week. 2lG9 1851 100 5000 100
One year ago. 3.5l5 l4.ls5 300 2,4O0 $50
PRICES.
Prices Of Market Beef.-Extra 1913 a $40 ;
first quality, $500 $50; ID quality. 7.eO q s7,T5
third quality. $500 q 60.
Sheep and Lambs,-Per head, in lots, s. q $3.50
A q SI15 each slim sheep 81 90 g 70 2 head.
Veal Calves, SIS % u.
Hides.-S a SIC 4 n
Pelts $1,000 sl.25 each Calf Skins l6 1scF ID.
Tallow "a 612c Y ID.
Mich Cows and Calves.-s40. s65, SO and 800.
Prices of Store Cattle,-Working Oxen, 8 pair, SEQ
500. Sl25 g 500
Yearlings IS a $50 two years old SIS a $50
three years old. S25 a $50.
REMARKS Market is quiet and no change in
cattle or sheep. A large supply of sheep. Live
Poultry &c lower.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01
DOORS, WINDOWS, BLINDS, &C

| take this method to thank those Who have in the
past given me their patronage In my line of work.
1 am now located in convenient room with much
more machinery, and expect to be able to do much
more than formerly. such as are pleased with my
work and prices politely asked call and how
well you still buy. still keep several qualities
1885 j. c. ToLMAN.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01
Farm For sale.

THE Subscriber offers his FARM for sale; said
farm is situated in Westminster West containing
l40 acres Of land suitably divided into Tillage Pas
turage and Woodland. 1t has good Sugar orchard
OF or hundred trees. drafted fruit orchard. and
old orchards of native fruit The house is large and
commodious. The Barns and other outbuildings in
excellent condition. Good spring water running at
both house and barns For terms and particulars
enquire ofthe subscriber on the premises
g. A. G00DELL.
Westminster West. Aug 81, 1871 35-37
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01
Muse BE Sold

A RARE opportunity for any one wishing to 90 in
n to trade in VERMONT VILLAGE. The
STORE. HOUSE and REAL ESTATE Of the late
f. WILCOX of Westminster West, is for sale at
much less than value in order TO settle the estate I'M
medately. Store and house connected with good
Sheds and Barn and two Land with young
Orchard. Property will be offered on liberal terms
Address u. A, WILCOX.
Westmins ter West, August lG, 1871. 80.
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liea.

Marriages and Deaths inserted FREE. Obituaries
including poetry. to be paid for according to length
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Commits sioner-' Notice.
MICAJAH wETHFRBEE'S ESTATE.
I'VE the Subscribers. being duly appointed by the
w Hon, Probate Court for the District of West
minister, Commissioners to receive. examine and
adjust all claims and demands Of all persons against
the estate Of dICAyAH WEATHERBEE late of
Townshend in said District. deceased and also all
claims and demands exhibited in offset thereto and
six months from the second day of August ISL be-
ing allowed by said Court for that purpose, we do
therefore hereby give notice. that will attend to
the business of our said appointment, at the late
residence of said deceased in Iownshenl in said
District, on the sourth Saturdays of Nov. and Jan
next from 10 o'clock A. N. until four o'cock p NJ.
on each Of said days.
o. s. HOWARD.
Aug. 10Th. A. D. ISL. S5-li
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1871-09-01
Foster and Merrill.
Notice..

WHEREAS. my wife. PHEBE EVANS, refuses TO
w live with me and has left my bed and board
without just cause provocaion. This therefore is
to give notice that forbid ali from harbor
ing or trusting her my account, and that shall
pay no debts Of her contracting after this date
JESSE EVANS.
Rockingham August 20. 1871. 1851