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The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04
Percheron and Norman Horses.

Within the past few years quite a
large number of stations of these
have been brought to this
country. The preference Of most Of
our breeders is given to them decid-
edly over the Clydesdales, and they
are used with grand success upon
mares of all breeds and sizes. Even
the little Indian Pony mares will
bear to great Percheron stations foals
which as yearlings are as big, or big.
ger, than themselves, and it is abun-
dainty proved that size is not an es-
sential qualification in mares to pro.
duce large colts by these horses,
contrary as this is to the views which
prevailed a few years ago, namely
that the best system Of breeding wa:
to put, roomy mares to well-knit and
compact stations smaller than them.
selves.
The demand in all Of our large
cities now for heavy, quick-steppiDg
draught horses, a pair of which vii
step off with FIVE tons over 2 good
pavement, is so great thatour farmers
must be wide awake to meet it
Such teams viii bringe $500 TO 81
200. They ought not to be put &c
hard labor before they are five or si1
years old bat from the time they
are three until they are old will dc
all the farm work and not feel it.
As this style of horse increases in
the country, the desirability Of keep.
ing the mares for breeding viii lead
to our using heavier teams for farm
work, which will be greatly to ouI
advantage.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04
Cut mis- ont

Every person should understand
how to treat a aesh wound, because
one is liable to be placed in circum-
stances, away from surgical and vete-
-rinary aid, where he may save his
own life, the life Of a friend or a beast,
simply by the exercise of a little CON-
mon sense. In the first place, close
the lips Of the wound with the band,
and hold them firmly together to
check the flow Of blood until several
stitches eau be taken and a bandage
applied, Then battle the wound for
a long time in cold water. should
it be painful, o correspondent says.
take a painful Of burning Goals and
sprinkle upon them common brown
sugar. and bold the wounded part In
the smoke. In a few minutes the
pain viii be alaysd, and recovery
proceeds rapidly. In my case q rusty
nail bad made a bad wound in my
foot. The pain and nervous irrita-
tion was severe. This was all remov-
ed by holding it in smoke for fifteen
minutes, and l was able to resume
my reading in comfort. We la I'VE
often recommended il to Others. With
like results One Of my men bad a
nail torn off by a pair Of ice
tongs Ii became very painful, as
was to have been expected. Held in
smoke for twenty minutes, the
pain ceased and promised speedy
recovery.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04
A Dangerous Paper.

The green paper used to wrap
lozenges, sold in shops, railroad cars,
and on street corners, has long been
suspected to contain arsenic, and
with the view Of aseeFtaining the
facts by analysis recently purchased
a roll of lozenges covered with this
paper. A qualitative examination Of
this paper afforded ali the Characters
tic reactions of arsenic and copper.
The wrapper contained twenty square
inches ofpaper. OF this sixteen were
taken for qualitative analysis. The
result of the examination showed that
this portion contained 2.4l gains, or
2.94 grains in the whole of the wrap
per-a quantity sufficient to destroy
life in an adult person. Children in
all parts of the country are allowedt to
purchase the lozenges covered with
this poisonous paper, and the rolls
often put into the hands Of infants as
a plaything. As everything goes in
to the mouth Of young children, it is
easy to see that no more dangerous
substance can pass into a family than
these packages of confectionery. 1t
is quite probable that instances of
poisoning have occurred from this
cause which have been ofa serious or
fatal character. There should be
laws prohibiting the use Of poisonous
paper for any purpose
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04
How TO Plant a Tree.

When planting, don't dig a hole
like a bowl e~istern, but dig it just as
deep as the soil is, and no deeper
make the bottom ohe-tbird larger
round than the top, ndleosen up the
very bottom. Then, as the tree is
planted, throw in first an inch Of
real good, fresh, IRISH, soil; set the
tree, holding it with one hand while
on your knees you spread its roots
carefully with the other; let the as
sistant drop the dirt in upon the roots
as be would if be had a sieve, and,
as it is dropped in, do you who hold
the tree upon your Bonded knees,
work every root carefully out straight
on q leTel line with the point or
junction of it with the main stems,
use the fingers outspread in mingling
the fine dirt with the roots, and be
careful that not an air space is left at
the bottom, and also that the earth
upon the lower roots is packed the
hardest or tightest Of any.
As you reach the upper roots only
see that each root is surely surround-
ed with earth. and then let the last
four inches Of earth be sprinkled on
with a spade or shovel, without
pressure of foot or anything else !;
don't eve fat it with the shovel,
and be sure to keep your own and
Paddy's feet of, for every pressure
will destroy the natural position of
the root below.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04
keeping winter Apples

A member of the Michigan Pomo-
logical Society stated, at a late
Adrian meeting, that he was very
successful ih keeping winter apples,
and had secured sound, fresh fruit in
May, by tie following treatment /:
He picks the fruit in October, and
places it in heaps in the orchard and
covers them with hay. These heaps
remain untouched till December, the
slight moisture Of the earth and the
few inches of hay preventing any in
jury to the apples, even during sharp
freezes. They are then assorted and
packed in barrels, which, after head
ing up, are placed in a cold cellar,
which is kept at a temperature of
about thirty-two degrees, and if it
should happen to be q few degrees
lower for a short time, the protection
Of the barrels viii prevent any injury
They come out sound in the spring
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04

II. ,,,,. v,n-~. - ca;,..~ Ma
~ 80 se-ss ~ss-s;s-
.l;feie - - .s,,ares ~ =
rsrh wissws ss~rR,s- r,es nrasea
Is a.sens ~ rressen,-
IL 49, Aer mhSeA - esrnesslv re-
"a e.elfw K as driven
sm ~ fst 81 even then.
eas ~ $ sSx Scr 10: he
ma &AtAp xs Is The yard and
81 0sA 49, WlnaNws where
MAS snppcsed 10 be
s9seg IN he arms Of
" sees * soma other fellow.
eos @k Was sean foand out. aud
esS "a from the yard in 3
4aa4ee saAa as&e him revolve like
= svu Ras not willing to give
AZ uJe&s AZ least : relic u remenl
ssaee sfs the fair one be visited The
esAealae eas night sitter ~wash-day.
ssa pa3oiaea = ehemise aud a pair
- 6rswesS belonging TO Der, which
~ s.azeG and hung up 10 bis bed
rears. makiag = full ehsiL reprcsen-
,asioa Of BIS adoyed bv adding a.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04

In sorting out u flock Of geese for
home breeding or to make sales, il is
often difficult to distinguish the
males from the females. A cores
pom dentthusd elineates the difference ;
The goose has always a feminine
appearance and the gander the oppo-
site. Her head is smaller and her
beak shorter; knot on forehead small
Ter aud not SO pointed; her neck
shorter aud more delicate the black
streak on back Of Eeck not SO high I;
coloreG ring around head rot so
bright her neck comes out Of her
body more abruptly (this IS occasion
ed by her having a larger breast than
gander), giving a square appearance
to the body. The voice ofthe gander
is keeneT and louder coloring about
the head more brilliant; eyes keeuer
and always on the lockout With
such marks plain 10 view, any praeti-
cal goosemeh can hardly distinguish.
one from the other.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04

On receipt OF hfteen cents. 1 viii mail to any al
dress, = neat card with either Of the above: fhor-
ing Ina The one case how sfhe light will give light
on any subject; and In the other case how .-the
door VIII open q door 10 any subject. even the door
OF Heaven. Or I siiI send the two cards for twcn.
ty-dve cents.
Address, c. F. WALKER, Frieaeus', Pa.
THAT the alphabet is science IN itself Is ccr-
talnly something new, even in this day Of inven-
ton ami discovery. Though & cir Walker sus-
tains the assertion by SEXUAL demunatration we
win al haze to acknowledge the truth, and Il we
do find it in the meaning Of the letters Of the al
phabet =
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04

Ifa man empties his purse into bis
head, no one ear take it away from
bin.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04
EoR SALE OR RENT.

viii sell or rent my Planning mill, consisting Of
a 80 horse power engine, one planer, one large
mOulder, one tenCn and one scroll saw. one foot
mOFtiser, and three circular saws, all IN good run
ming order, on reasonable terms. For particulars
address ". /. SHAFER.
sep9 Garrett, Pa.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04

There IS a frightful interval between
the seed and the timber.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04

Tbs space Is reserved for G.. 2. Rhoads 4 Bro.
who have moved into the most magnificent Uoee-y
room IN this place. They can be found In Baers
new building. second door fJmths corner.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04
JOHN f. BLYMYER.
e#t DEALERI IN
Hardware, iron, Nails, Glass, Paints,
OILS sc, sc.

The following is a partial LIST of goods in Stock: Carpenters Tools,
Planes, Saws, Hetchets, Hammers, Chisels, Plane Irons AIDES, dc, Black
smiths Goods, Bellows, Anvis, Vices, Files, Hammers, &c. SadHery
Hardware, Tab Trees, Gig Saddles. Hames, Buckles, Rings, Bits and Tools
Table Knives and Forks, Pocket Knives, Scissors, Spoons and Razors, the
largest stock in Somerset County. Painters Goods, a full stock White
Lead, Colored Paints for inside and outside painting, Paintsi oil, all colors,
Varnsh, Turpendne, Ffaxseed Oil, Brushes, Japan Dryer, Walnut Stains,
&c Window Glass of all sizes and glass cut to any shape The best Coal
Oil always on hand. Our stock of Coal OIL Lamps is large and comprises
Saw Files of thebest quality Porcelainlined Kettles. Handles Of all kinds
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1874-11-04

Mattocks, Grub Hoes, Picks, Scythes, Sneaths, Sledges, Mason Hammers,
Cast Steel, Step Ladders, Carriage and Tire Bolts of all sizes LooOkng
Glasses, Wash Boards, Clothes Wringers, Meal Sleeves. Door Mats, Baskets
Tubs, Wooden Buckets, Irvine, Rope all sizes. Hay Puleys, Butter Prints
Mop Sticks. Traps, S~teelyards, Meat Cutters and Suffers, Traces, Cow
Chains, Halter Chains, Shoe, Dust and Scrub Brushes, Horse Brushes, Cur
Hry Combs and Cards, Door Locks, Hinges, Screws Latebes apd everything
ia The Builders line. Caps. Lead. Shot, Powder and SafsyFnse, &c, DC.
The fact is, keep everything that belongs to the Hardwaretrade. | deal
exclusively in this kind of goods and give my whole attention to it. Per
sons who are building. or any one in need of anything in my lne, VIII find
it to- their advantage to give me a call. | will always give a reasonable
credit TO responsible persons. / thank my old customers for their patronage
and hope this season to make many new ones. DON'T forget the place
No, 3,"BAER'S BLOCK
Apr. 8 IA JOHN T. BLYMYER.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1874-02-27

THE SIAMEsE TwINs.-The official re-
port of The autopsy upon the bodies of the
twins is published. II is very long and
utlittle Information is given in addition
70 what has already beon published. The
opinion is expressed that Chang died of a
cerebral clot, while Eng probably died of
fright, as The distended bladder seemed to
point to profound emotional disturbance
ofthe nervous system, the mind remain
Ing clear until stupor came on-a stupor
which was probably syncopal. The hearts
ofthe two were found 10 be in chose prox-
unity, the heart OF one being normally sit
pated in the leil side and that of the other
~ the right side, but that both were per-
net organs as regards circulation.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1874-02-27
WOMEN ON SCHOOL Committees
DccisiOn OF the Judges Of the Massa-
chusetts supreme Court.


The justices of the supreme judicial court
respectfully submit the following answer
TO the question upon which their opinion
was required by the order of the honorable
House of Representatives of the 10th day
of the present month. The question is
stated in these words: "Under the consti-
tuition of this commonwealth can woman
be member of a school commtteeP"
The question is limited 10 tho effect of
the constitution upon tho capacity Of wo-
man to hold this office, and involves no in
depreciation of statutes. If the constitution
prevents a woman from being a member of
a school committee, il must, by force of some
express provision thereof, or else by neccs-
sary implication, arising either from the
nature of the office itself, or from tho law
Of Massachusetts, as existing when the con-
stitution was adopted, and in the light of
which II must be read. But the constitu-
ton contains nothing relating to school
committees; the Office is created and regu-
lated by statute; and the constitution con-
fers upon the General Court full power and
authority to name aud settle annually, or
provide by fixed laws for naming and set
Ting, all civil officers within the common
wealth, the election and constitution of
whom are not in tho constitution other
wise provided for.
The common law Of England, which was
our law upon the subject, permitted a wo-
man to fill any local Office of an administra-
tive character, the duties attached to which
were such that woman was competent to
perform them. The duties of a school COM
mittee relate exclusively to the education
of children and youth in the town or city
for which ii is elected; they consist of the
general charge and superintendent of the
schools, including the employment of
teachers. the selection of school books, the
regulation of the attendance of scholars,
and the preparation of school registers and
returns and they are in no respect of such
nature that they cannot be well and efIicl-
emily performed by women. The necessa-
ry conclusion is that there is nothing in
the constitution of the commonwealth to
prevent a woman from being n member of
school committee, and that the question
proposed must he respectfully answered in
the affirmative. HORACE GRAY, JOHN
WELLS, JAMES d. COLT, SETH AMEs,
MARCUS MORTON, WILLIAM c. ENDIcorT,
CHARLES DEvENs, JR.
Boston, February 20, 1874.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1874-02-27


neglect 4 common Cold for q day-it may end In
Consumption and death. REV. II. DOWNS ELIXIR
has cured thcusand both old and young, and It will
cure you II taken freely and in Sold by all
Druggists and Merchants Price, 2oz IS cents; l2oz
sl.Oo per bottle Forty years SINCE Elder Downs fret
manufactured his Elixir in Northern Vermont and its
remarkable at once brought prominently before
the people Of the United States And Canada While the
sale has rapidly increased every year other medicines
have been popular for few months years. but their
lack Of intrinsic value has consigned them to compara
tive oblivion. In justice to Downs Elixir be it said,
that is duty the people to themselves that they
continue to the article that has always cured them
their Coughs and Colds rather than take try
every medicine that is pulled up and may be
tiics. =. Il. d svns' Elixir ls warranted siss
entire satisfaetoH, or the price viii Be refunded.
ciergymen will ind this excellent remedy for the
Throat, Chest and Lungs. ~ Ask for pamphlet
"Thrng Tale" free at all drug and country stores
HENRY Il JOHNSON, Proprietors, Burlington, Vt
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Absolutely safe. Perfectly odorless. Always uni
form. Illuminating qualities superior to gas Burns
in any lamp without danger Of exploding taking re
Manufactured expressly to dispace the OF volatile
and dangerous oils Its safety under every possible
test and its perfect burning qualities proved by
its continued use In over 900, 900 families.
Millions Of gallons have been sold and accident
directly or iudirecly-has occurred from burn
ing, storing or handlingit.
The immensely yearly loss to life and property,
suting from the use Of cheap and dan gerous oils
the United States, is appalling.
The Insurance Companies and Fire Commissioners
throughout the country recommend the ASTRAL as
the best safeguard when lamps are used. Send for
circular
For sale at retail by the trade generally, and at
wholesale by the proprietors, CHAS. PRATT Il CO.,
los Fulton Street, New York. 6m3l
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1874-02-27
CIRCULATION OF THE BLOOD.

The circulation Of the blood ia the life Of the body
and its stoppage is death We are healthy when the
blood circuates freely any interruption preventing its
free course is the commencement Of disease. "Blood
Is the life Of the heah" Can expect to enjoy good
health when bad or corrupt humors circulate with the
blood causing pain and disease and these humors be-
ing deposited through the entire body produce PIN
pies, eruptions ulcers indigestion, costiveness, head
ache, neuralgia rheumatism, and numerous other COM
plants No disease be in the body without first
being generated In the blood; and disease pos
sby be in the body II the blood is pure 1t is Of great
Importance TO know what medicine will purify and
the blood eradicate the disease, vitality
mentally and physically, and instl fresh yigor into all
the vital functions Of the body This medicine Is the
VEoEriNE, the great blood pur.fier.
1t extends its influence into every part Of the human
organism, commencing with its foundation; correcting
diseased action and restoring vital powers creating
healthy formation and purihcauOn Of the blood driv
ing out disease and leaving nature to perform its al
lotted task.
vEGETINE is composed Of Roots BArks AM Herbs
1t is very pleasant to take; every child likes it.
Sold by all Druggists. 4t6
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1874-02-27

Outward applications are time and money thrown
away. The only permanent is DR.. HArrsons Per-
istaltic Lozenges They strike at the cause We could
NIL this paper with cures. They are pleasant never
dose. For elderly persons, females and children,
and all others, they are exactly suited 10 obviAte
COSTIvENRSS the prolific cause Of III health.
Trial box, 50 cents large hex, co cents; mailed free
for this last price.
DR.. HARRISON'S ICELAND BALSAM,
splendid cure for Coughs, Hoarseness, and all
Throat and Lung Complaints. For sale by L. S. HAR-
RIsos Co., Proprietors, No. fremont Temple.
Boston and by all druggists. 4tl9
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1874-02-27
ADMINISTRATORS SALE
Real Estate.


TINE subscriber offers for sale the Real Estate be-
Il longing 20 the Estate Of CALVIN BUCKLIN, late
Of Halifax, Vt, deceased, situated IN said Halifax,
near "Read Hollow" called, and about IL miles
from Brauleboro and consisting Of the following
farms, to witt
The "home farm" containing nearly 800 Aeres Of
land suitably divided into moving and pasturing,
with about so acres of woodland. Suitable buldinG
conveniently arranged, with running water at both
house and barns Large orchard with great variety
apples, together with peaches and pears Alss maple
sugar orchard Of about 1900 trees School house with
in about 100 rods Of the buildings said farm. The
above described farm is Of the best and most pro-
ductive in the town Of Halifax.
Also the "Roberts farm" adjoining the above de-
scrbed premises, containing 100 Of land suitably
divided, with convenient buildings; well watered.
Large apple orchard and maple sugar orchard Of 400
trees. School house standing on the premises.
Also the ''Niles" "Newyill" farm adjoining said
"home farm" contaning.l50 suitably divided,
convenient buildings, running water, and large
orchard.
Also 1877 acres of pasture and timber land adjoining
said home farm" and the south side Of the brook
which runs through said 'Read Hollow" All
either Of the farms above described will be sold at
bargain.
Parties can be shown the premises by calling
upon A. G. YKAw at said home farm. For terms &C.,
inquire Of STEPHEN NILES, at said Halifax, or Of the
subscriber at Wilmington, VT
E. T. BUTTERFIELD,
Wilmington, Vt, May LIST, 1873. the
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Thirty Years Experience OF an
old Nurse.

MRS. wINsLOW'S SOOTHING SYRUP 10 the pre-
scri ption Of Of the best Female Physicians and
Nurses in the United States and has been used for
thirty years with falling safety and success by
millions of mothers and children, from the feeble in
FAINT Of week old to the adult. 1t corrects acdy
OF the stomach, relieves wind collie, regulates the
bowels, and gives rest, health and comfort to mother
and child. We believe IL to he the Best and Surest
Remedy in the World in all cases Of DisENTERf
and DIARRHRA IN CHILDREN, whether 1t arises
from Teething from any other cause. Full direc-
tons for using will accompany each bottle. None
Genuine unless the fac-simile Of CURTIS PERKINS
is the outside wrapper. Sold by all Medicine
Dealers. ly3l
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ReVle70 Of The Markets.

NEW YORK, Feb. "a. Flour lower; Slate S. 75,a
SC IS: round hoop Ohio SC 4Od$7 90; Western IS rs
@$7 60; Southern SC G56slI 90. Wheat lower
No. Milwaukee Spring 81 IS; winter red Western
81 5OaSl 60; No 2 Chicago 81 so; Corn lower: new
mixed Western 74c@7s; Oats, mixed western, Goa
62c: new Western mixed ahoat 81 Lee; Beef lrm
Pork lower; Mess SIS rs Lard weak; Butter
Arm; Ohio 25a37c; State $50 SOC,
CHICAGO, Feb. a. Flour dull; Wheat lower.
sales No. Spring 10: No do II; No Westn II
Corn hTmer sales Of No mixed at 80 cents cash
Oats steady; sales Of No at l2c; Rye firm; sales
No at sac Barley dull; No spring 81 CO; No So.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1874-02-27
WATERFOWL UNION LIVE STOCK MARKET.

wArERTowS, Feb "a, 1874.
Prices Market Beef. few choice-t9 bOd9 rs;
Extra SIS 75 80 90; hrst quality 81 7568 SO; Second
quality Sc OO 81 so; third quality, S. OO7 IS 90.
Stores-Working Oxen-slOO, $3.50, 200@ $3.50 Rpar.
Mich Cows an Calves-SS5 to 65; extra, S7Oto 90.
Farrow Cows-s2O(e $40.
Yearlings-SlO co 10. Two years old-s2Ot to $2s
Three years old-s30 to l5.
Prices of Sheep and LAmbs.-In lots, IS so, IS ne,
So OOGSI IS each; Extra, IS OO@s7 so per head, or
from 1-2a7c o u.
Hides-Brighton, 7 1-2caso y 10 Country, 7l-2c.
Tallow-Brighton, sos sac eb. Country l@ 4 lac
per ID.
Pelts 81 GOAL rs each sheared Sheep Skins 5Oc
each. Lamb Skins 50a75c each Calf Skins l5y9l6o
y ID.
Poultry-Best live, l6 2-3c medium, Ice.
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uspringaold, vt, Jan. 81, 1874
DARN FOR SALE

= inc inhrmity Of years compels me 10 sell my
farm a OF 100 acres j. is divided that will sell about
80 by 40 feet and back room with running soos
wood shed 20 by 36 feet barn 80 by 40 feet with two
shed one " by Al feet tho other IL by as feet ana
supplied with running water There are several hum
dred cords OF wood, among which are hundssd OF
two second growth naples besides hemloGt ana
spruce timber. The other 80 es, which Joins tho
first named lot has 90 acres very heavily fimbered
with thrifty old growth maple with good sugarnR APP
paratus; there is also some beach and other wood,
besides several acres Of hemlock and spruce timber all
situated about seven miles from Rrateboro depot on
ana near the stage road leading from Brattleboro TO
Mat,lporo, also near good sawml the stage road,
with easy descent IT, VIII sell ali together or IN sep
arate pieces to suit purchasers For further partc-
mrs inquire OF the subscriber on the premises
Also, eight extra sheep for sale. JOSEPH KING
Marlboro, VT, Jan. 20, 1874. stI