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Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

GRAFToN.-The ladies of the Baptist
society having previously given notice
that supper would be in readiness at
the vestry, on the evening of the Gath
of December, designed particularly for
the members of the Sabbath School, but
free TO all members Of the society, a
goodly number Of both parents and chill.
dren were seasonably in attendance at the
main audience room of the church, and
as usual on similar occasions all were
cheerful and happy. After listening to
recitations from several classes, remarks
from a number of persons and singing
appropriate pieces, all retired TO the
vestry, where tempting food upon Hastily
arranged tables caused youthful faces to
smile, while the older friends easily de-
eided to try a piece or two of the cake.
No spectators were present, and after all
had partaken to their entire satisfaction,
a number of rich loaves remained un-
broken, when il was decided to dispose
OF the same at auction, this was readily
done and the proceeds of the sale amout.
ing to about ten dollars added to the
Sabbath School funds.
On Friday last. festive company
from Westminster West, with prancing
steeds and merry bells, well wrapped in
winter robes passed through our streets
and apparently perfectly Indifferent as
to the somewhat tingling condition of
the atmosphere, the mercury being 10
below zero, drove to Phelps hotel where
doubtless they received courteous atten-
ton and passed the few hours they re-
manned pleasantly. Some two weeks
previous very respectable company
from Saxtons River made our hosts
similar call, just such treatment as they
deserve, and as their ample accommoda-
tions and we'll stored larder fits them to
receive
The peculiar condition of the atmos-
phere for several days past is regarded
by old observers as clearly Indicative OF
approaching cold weather. The lowest
point yet reached, by the mercury, in
our city, is 25o below zero and our pru-
dent citizens are vigorously preparing
for cold snap.
The North West Fur Company now
offer for sale one hundred Fox skins Of
very superior quality, all except two
being prime winter pelts. Samples may
be seen at the store of L. Phelps, the
larger portion being at present ON the
hill short distance west Of the village.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03
Vermont News.

- The Odd Fellows of Rutland will
dedicate their new hall, one of the best
in the State, January eth.
james Campbell of Fairfield, had
his arms and hands frozen on the night
of the 9th ult., near the village. Cause
Ram. He would have persisted but for
his wife, who hunted him up.
A French Canadian, was found
frozen to death near West Farham, p.
O., Wednesday morning. He had been
working in Massachusetts. was return
ing home to be married, and had been
drinking.
A shed under which Hubert j.
Brown, Bakersfield boy was at work,
the other day, fell from the great weight
of snow upon it, injuring his spinal cord
so that the whole body under below the
neck is paralyzed and it is hardly posi-
BILE that he can recover.
A West Rutland liquor dealer ex-
perienced the disadvantages of good
customer, the other day, when man tes-
titled before justice that he had made
30 successful applications for rum at his
saloon and the justice tackled on fine
for each time.
A serious accident occurred recent
ly at the Memphremagog House, New
port. An escape of gas was noticed,
and while the proprietor, Mr.. Bowman,
and his engineer. were looking for its
cause, the gas ignited from the match
they carried and both were badly burned.
The engineer was injured internally, it
is thought, and Mr.. Bowman was SO
badly dishgured that his features we're
hardly recognizable.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

Snow BLoCKADE.-A LECTURE IN
THE CARs.-Conductor II. A. Titus
train ON the Cheshire. railroad due here
at $50 p. M, was blockaded by the snow
one entire night last week at the State
Line, during which the passengers and
conductor Titus seem TO have made the
most of their situation. 1t was soon
discovered that Rev. Mr.. Cyr of Rut.
land was among the passengers, and as
he has a good reputation as lecturer,
he was called upon and did lecture on
Pere Hyacynth, and gave much salts
faction to his audience, who gave him
very hearty applause. Conductor Titus
then furnished lunch, which was much
relished by the passengers, after which
they took a nap; but after midnight
they called up Mr.. Cyr again and he
gave them another lecture on the Alps
illustrated by pictures which he hap
pened to have with him, and the audi
ence were again gratitied, and at day
light Mr. Titus brought around break
fast, whereupon the passengers were
unanimous In declaring that if they
must be so situated again, "may con-
ductor Titus be there to oversee the COM
pany"
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

THE LOCAL PAPER.-The New York
Times says of the local paper: You
owe it to yourselves to rally literally to
its support. and exact from it as able,
heightened character as you do from
any educator in your midst. 1t is in no
sense beneath notice and care-unless
you yourself are beneath notice and care
for it is your representative. Indeed,
in its character, it is the summation of
the Importance, interest and welfare of
you all. 1t is the aggregate of your
own consequence, and you cannot ignore
it without miserably depreciating your
selves"
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

PUTNEY.-The ladies of the NJ. E.,
society in Putney held successful festi-
val on Christmas eve, at the Town Hall.
Some 400 people were in attendance,
who were treated to excellent music by
the new brass band, consisting of 10
pieces, under the leadership of +. r.
Cobb, this being their first public APP
pearance. In addition, there were stage
exercises by the young people, and after
wards distribution of presents from
the bountifu.ly laden Christmas tree.
Refreshments were then served to all
who desired. About $500 we're taken
at the door. The ladies of the society
tender their sincere thanks to the band
for their services on the occasion.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

CONNECTICUT RIVER FIRE INsU-
RANCE Co. The annual meeting of the
Connecticut River Mutual Fire Insu-
rance Co., was held at their office in this
village on Wednesday, and the follow
ing officers were chosen for the year en-
suing:
.Directors-Asa Wentworth, j. II. vii.
liams, Geo. Slate, and G. B. Eddy of
Bellows Falls, L. c. Hubbard, Saxtons
River, L. S. Walker, Grafton, w. H.
Walker, Ludlow, S. n Herrick, Brattle-
boro, Hugh Henry, Chester.
President.-Asa Wentworth.
Secretary.-F. Whitman.
Treasurer Wentworth.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

CHARLEsrowN, N. H.-They have good
scholars in the Charlestown schools. In
one of them the other day the teacher ask
ed one of the pupils in the geography class,
George by name), what an empire was
A country governed by an emperor. -
Very well. Augusta, what is repub-
lie p " A country governed by re-
publican. Great laughter by the
scholars.)
The several churches in Charlestown
all had Christmas trees and very hap
Ply time in picking and distributing the
fruit.
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d. GoopHUE.

New HAMPSHIRE ITEMs.-A barn be-
longing to Mr.. William Kempton of
Newport, containing from twenty-five to
thirty tons hay and nineteen head of cat.
tie, was totally consumed by fire on Mon
day evening, 23d inst. The cattle lost
were two pairs of fine oxen, seven cows
and eight young cattle, all valuable
stock. The total loss is not ascertained
but there was no insurance and the loss
must seriously injure Mr.. Kempton, who
has the sympathy of the public. The
origin of the fire is unknown, but incen.
diarism is verify strongly suspected, as nc
light had been used in the barn that eve.
ming.
Edward S. Dickinson, New Hamp.
shire travelling agent for sewing machines
recently obtained an Indiana divorce
without giving his wife proper informa-
ton, and last week married a Nashua
girl. On Tuesday the first wife surprised
the newly married couple at their board.
ing house, whereupon a scene of wild ex-
element ensued. The police interfered.
the parties were taken before a magis-
trate, when Dickinson gave $1,000 surf
ties for his appearance before the Grand
Jury, and wife No. two $500.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03
AMERICAN AND FOREIGN PATENTS,
r. II. EDDY.
SOLICITOR OF PATENTS

FoR INVENTIONS. TSlDR MARKs OR Dxcisxz.
No. 70 State ST. opposite Knby ST.. Boston
4 FER an extensive practice Of upwards OF thirty
"A years, continues TO patents Ia the United
States also 10 Great Britain france and other for
elsn countries. Caveats Specifications, Assignment
anu all papers for Patents executed on reasonable
terms with dispatch. Research e. made 10 determine
tue yalidity and utility Of Patent Of Inventions
anu tegal ana other advice rendered 10 all matters
touching the same. Copies Of the claims OF any pa
tent furnished, by remitting dollar. Assign
ments recorded in Washington.
10 Agency IN the United States possesses superior
aeulues Tor obtaining Patents or ascertaining the
All necessity Of journey TO Washington to pro-
cure Patent. and the usual great delay there are
here saved inventors
TESTIMONIALS.
. regard Mr.. Eddy as one Of the most capable and
slieeesstat with whom have had Official
intercourse.
CHARLES MASON, Comsr Of Patents..
nave no hesitation in assuring inventors that
they cannot employ man c0nspefenf and ffust-
tcorthg and more capable of putting their appiica-
tons IN form 70 secure for them an early and fs-
vorable consideration at the Patent Office.
EDMUND BURKE. late Com r. OF Patentss
Mr.. X. II. Eddy has made for me over THIRTY
applications for Patents, having been successful In
almost every case. Such unmistakable proof OF
great talent and ability his part leads me 10 rec
ommend all inventors TO apply to him to procure
their Patents, as they may be sure of having the
most faithful attention bestowed on their cases and
at very reasonable charges.
JOHN TAGGART.
Boston. Jan. l. 1878. i-62
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

FARMERS MEETINGS. - The New
Hampshire Board of Agriculture are
holding series of meetings throughout
the State and will hold one at West.
moreland in the town Hall on Thurs
day, January 9th, at 10 o'clock A. NJ.
Three sessions will be held. The subjects
discussed will be neat stock and its man.
agement, by Mr. Buffum of Winchester.
Manures, by Mr.. Lawrence. Flowing
by j. b. Walker of Concord. Also Pas
ture renovation by james o. Adams,
the Secretary, and other subjects. A
full attendace including those on the
Vermont side is desired.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

ATHENS, An Old Resident Gone
Jeremiah l.. Perham died in Athens
Dec. 18th, aged 70 years. Mr.. Perham
was in the class of the oldest inhabitants
Of our town. His parents having moved
from Pepperill, Mass, when he was but
six months old. They located on hill
in the south part of the town, it being
then vast wilderness, log house was
built, and the energetic father went to
work clearing land, soon the forest was
broken and the golden haryests amply
rewarded the labor of the husban6man.
Cheered and aided by little family OF
five children, the log house gave place
to beautiful frame structure. The for
est having been cleared away, beautiful
home stands forth to greet the eye of the
passer by. This home has been the res.
idence of the deceased for so many years
that to him it was the dearest place on
earth, and no consideration but that Of
natures stern decree could persuade him
to leave it. But as death pressed his
claim, he fastened to make preparation
for his departure. As his friends gath.
cred around his bed, he afectionately
addressed each one, giving good counsel
to his children and taking last fare
well. Then committing his spirit to God
he closed his eyes to earth, to open them
in heaven. Thus has passed away an
honored and respected townsman, kind
husband and indulgent parent.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

ATHENs.-Rev. z. NJ. Frost will com.
mence series of religious meetings on
Wednesday, jan s, of next week.
AT special town meeting held Mon
day, Dec. 23d ult, tax of one dollar
on the dollar was voted to apply on the
Indebtedness of the town.
E. A. G. Dodge has sold his farm &c
Elisha Edwards.
The grand list of Athens is s803. 03
and the cost of supporting the poor fol
the current year it is expected will be
some 75 cents on the dollar.
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Bell ows falls Zines,
BELLOWS FALLS, JAN, 8, 1873
LOCAL MATTERS.


-A-lasl the snow has become so
deep as to make the sidewalks very in
convenient for romantic couple walking,
- Mr.. Albert Derby of this village
was among those caught on snow block
AIDED railroad in Rhode Island last week,
where he was detained for sixteen hours.
Advertised Letters &C. b. Colby,
Henry j. Derby, G. j. Friend, A. G.
Kendall, Harrison Holden, John M.
Stewart.
= We call attention to the advertise
ment of +. A. N. Peabody. painter
Any one desiring work in his line will
DO well to give him their orders.
Grafton has promptly filled her
quota for the round 100 subscribers, and
as she and Westminster are now both
full, we suggest few more names so
that the plumber will remain full in case
of vacancies
= Although there has been no case of
small pox at Windsor, the selectmen Of
that town have taken measures to have
the people vaccinated, and arranged with
TWO physicians to be in attendance at an
Office for that purpose, every afternoon
on all days of the week.
= An oyster famine has occurred the
past two weeks in consequence of the
cold weather and freezing up of the
shipping and oyster beds. Mr.. Dewey
has been able to supply only a small
part of his retail trade the past week,
but full supply may be expected soon.
- The number of deaths in this viii
lage the past year is unusually large, be-
ing 81, and larger than any previous
time for at least sixteen years, and ex-
ceeded only in 1857 when it reached 80,
at which time the scarlet fever proved
fatal among so many children.
A correspondent calls for report
from the Grafton North West Fur Co.,
which as it happens appears this week.
1t will be seen that they have met with
great success and have an unusually
large amount of fur on hand. We had
supposed the weather too cold and snow
too deep for their business this season,
and can only account for their great re-
suits on the ground that their extraordi-
nary enterprise leads them to hunt on
the burrowing system.
= We cordially commend the Normal
school at Randolph, as among the best
Institutions for learning in our State, es-
pecially for those desiring to become
teachers II is under very excellent
and competent management, and every
year graduates many of the best teach
ers in the State. We say this because
we have had an opportunity to know
something about it, and therefore feel an
interest in it and their advertisement of
it in another place.
r The long continued cold weather is
becoming unprecedented for this section,
and in Maine it is announced as unprec-
edented for forty years. During the en-
tire week past the thermometer has
marked below zero, in this place, and in
the morning from Is to % below. On
both Wednesday and Thursday morn
ings it marked Is below at s o'clock, in
the Square and on Westminster street.
In other parts of the village it was low
err. In the winter of 1857 it marked
lower, 80 and 40 below, for single day,
but did not continue.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

ALsTEAp, N. H.-Christmas was OBJ
served at Alstead by the Congregational
and Universalist societies who united in
a Christmas tree at the Universalist
church. Similar exercises were also lad
at New Alstead where there was large
attendance, and great variety of pres.
ents distributed The weather in that
section has been very cold the thermom.
eter ranging at 800 below zero.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

TIN SURPRISE WEDDING and
Mrs. George o. Guild we're very pleas
antly reminded of the tenth anniversary
of their marriage, on Wednesday even
ing January LIST, by large party of
their friends from this village and Sax
tons River, who first assembled at the
house of Mr.. Geo. H. Babbitt and soon
after presented themselves at the door of
Mr.. and Mrs. Guild, who we're of course
taken aback by such all unex pected DEM
onstration and arrival of so many unin-
vited but certainly very welcome guests {;
and though the thermometer was mark
ing at least ten degrees below zero. gave
them a very cordial reception. After
hearty greetings and congratulations
supper was furnished and served by the
guests, to which very ample justice was
done, including some dramatic and anus.
ing scenes-in the kitchen. A very happy
evening passed. The gifts we're numer.
GUS and mostly useful The party broke
up at an early hour, and though i'm.
promptu, all voted it a very pleasant af-
fair.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03
The Next Lecture.

Miss Anna Dickinson will deliver the
next lecture of the course at Union Hall,
Thursday evening of next week, Sub.
ject, Joan of Arc" Miss Dickinson
has always been received with favor in
the lecture field, and is too we'll known to
need any further announcement, and
with favorable weather we may expect a
full house.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

LoSDoSDERRY.-PIenty of snow and
good sleighing. Mr.. o. S. Osborn. Is
giving instruction in vocal music.
On the 18th ult., Chauncy Bebee, a
lad about 16 years of age, living with
Judge Arnold; while practicing some
eymnastic feats upon ladder fell a dis
lance to the ground, and was seriously
injured, SO much SO that it was feared
ne would lose the use of his lower limb,
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03

NEwFANE.-The town of Newfane has
voted tax of $3.50 on dollar to de-
fray the ordinary town expenses, and
for building the Fayetteville and Brattle-
boro road, which has cost so far about
5000.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03
Estate of Otis Buckliu.

STATE OF VERMONT The Probate Court in
DIST OF WESTMINSTER, SIS and for said District -
To all persons interested in the estate of Otis
BUChLlN late OF Grafton in said district deceased
6RkETING.
YOU are hereby notified that an instrument pur-
porting TO be the last will and testament of said
deceased has been presented to the court here. by
l.. 5. Walker, the executor therein named, for
bate, and that said court will decide upon allow
of said instrument the session thereof to be
held at the Inn OF H. and Ill. Phelps in Grafton, in
said district, on tn FIRST WEDNE SDAY of FEB
kUARf, 1873, and you can then then and there be
heard In the premises if you shall see cause.
q. b. EDDY. Register.
Dec rs, 1872. is
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BOSTON MARKET Dec. 81.

FL0UR.-The market for Flour is firm with a
fair demand. sales at s52 a 6.U0 for Western SUI
perfne $3.50 Q 100 for common extras, and 81 q
q $3.50 tor Minnesota including choice bakers
brands. Small lots Rye Flour at $500 "a $3.50 :
Dbl Corn zeal sales at $50 ? Dbl.
GRAIN--The receipt Of Corn are light and prices
well sustained. The sales have been, TN a T3c =
bushe for Western yellow and II 72c1S for Western
mixed. Oats are in demand and prices firm The
sales have been at so q 60c for new. Rye small
sales at sl.05 q LILO Fbusl
PROFESSIONALISM has been steady demand
for Pork and prices remain without change. We
quote prime a. sllS1 g 81 10; and mess at s4.00 a.
sl4.50 ' bb Beef Sales of Western mess at SIP 90
gi4Oo for family extra $3.50 g 1880 Lard is in
fair demand with sales at 50 a &c for city and
western. Smoked Hams have been selling for Il a.
BE 2 n as to quality.
PRODUCE.-1here is fair demand for choice fall
Butter but all other kinds are dull. The sales
have been 81 "a Soc for choice ". Y. and Vermont
diaries. 20 "a SOC ? n for common Cheese, in mod
crate demand Sales have been at Is a. l5c for choice
factory. Eggs have been selling at 20 a AZ = doz.
W00L--There is no change in the Wool market.
The sales for the past week have been 10000 at So
q CSC q 70,
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1ied

IN Windhsm. Nov.2l Mrs. MARY b. sTowELL.
aged so years.
In Athens, Dec. 10. JEREMIAH PERHAM, aged
IS years, months and 20 days.
In Bolton, Mass. Nov. Sd. SARAH BAGLEY,
wife Of Curtis Bagley, formerly of Rockingham,
aged % years, month and IS days,
In Leominster, Mass. Dec. gath, ELECTA NJ,
day,
In BrattlebOro, Dec. % Mr. EDWARD GEE of
Grafton, aged So years.
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CATTLE MARKET.
WHOLESALE PRICES.
TUESDAY Dec. u. 1871.
MOUNT or srocK AT AARxKr

AhVtNt % stOCk AT hAhthI,
rRIcRs.
Prices Of Market Beef--Ertrs. 5000 q si0s
drst quality, $50 q e75 I'd quality 800 70 Al II
third quality, $3.50 " s so,
Sheep and Lambs.--Per head In lots, s2.75 q $3.50
sS5Q 500 g 800 each extra. $1,000 s.. so y head
Hides n al<c, y m.
Calf Skins Is ~ zoe v 10.
Tallow, b1ae % . z n.
Mileh Cows and Calyes.-s35, $50, s65 and ss7
Prices of Store Cattle -WorKing Or on, y pair lO(
$3.50 500. % $50.
Live Poultry,--Choice Chickens and Turkeys 1880
good fair lots. loo = 10; ordinary Fowl l5c.e ID.
REMARkS,-The best beef sold this week 70
higher, the supply being light the range Of prices
being obac 20 lie. Sheep and lambs $40 q So, adj
vance Of 20 and market quick, Live Poultry best
turk eys and chickens 1870. The market is heavily
stocked with dressed poultry.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1873-01-03
DARN FOR SALE.

Said farm contains 200 acre3 situated in the town
of Westminster, VT. three miles from Saxtons Xiv
err, seven from Bellows Falls. Said farm is mostly
fenced with good stone wall good RUNNING WA
TEX at house and barn; buildings large and in fair
repair. The WOOD LOT consists OF a heavy grow tn
mostly hard wood; set LOO sap buckets ii desr-
ed. A GOOD SUGAR HOUSE ON the lot with arch
tor four pans and heater. Any wishing TO en-
gage in the dgirying. stock raising, wood and
lumber business, will do we to examine this prop
erty. Terms easy For further particulars enquire
NELSON WILSON.
Saxtons River. VT .52-2
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THE VERMONT.
STATE NORMAL SCHOOL.
AT RANDOTpH
AT RANDOLPH.

in February.
The FALL TERM begins the fourth Tuesday j,
August.
Send for Catalogue.
EDWARD COMMIT, Principal.
Randolph. VT, Dec. ls72. IL
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Estnte Of Randall Perrr.
Comm,..,oner. Notice.

JAMES J. FLINT'S ESTATE.
THE Subscribers, having been appointed by the
Il Honorable Probate Court for the District Of
Westminster, Commissioners 70 reserve. examine.
and adjust all claims and demands of all persons
against the estate of JAMES J. FLINT late of Put
and the term of six months from the tenth day Of
December A. D.. - being allowed by said Court
70 the creditors Of said deceased. to exhibit and
and prove their respective claims before give
tice that will attend to the duties of appoint
ment. at the late dwelling house of said deceased
in Putney in said district. on the SECOND SATUR-
DAY of JANUARY and FIRST SATURDAY OF
JUNE next, from ten o'clock in tn forenoon until
four o'clock L. the afternoon on each Of said days
SAMUEL l.. WHEAT.
WILLIAM ADAMS. SCommissioners.
JEROME HOLDEN. J
ASA FLINT, Administrator.
Potney, Dec. 20th. A. d. ls72. So
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just Opening

IT o. +. WOODS a large assortment Of CROCK
cry, consisting of TOILET SITS. CHAMBER
SETS, TEA SKIS. some of the PRETTIEST
Sly LES ever seen in Bellows Falls. Would make
a SPLENDID PRESENT FOR CHRISTMAS.
Bellows Falls. VT, Dec. 10, 1872. 81