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The Adjournment.

The Senate finally adjourned, on Wed.
nesday, sine die. Over five hours we're
spent in executive session over tho nomi.
nation Of Don A. Pardee to be United
States district judge for Louisiana, vice
Durell, resigned. Speeches wero made
by Messrs. Howe, of Wisconsin, and
Sherman and Thurman, of Ohio, in favor
Of his confirmation, and by Messrs. Ed.
munds, of Vermont, and West, OF Louisi-
ana, in opposition. Finally the nominal
ton was laid on the table by vote Of
20 to 10. The Senate confirmed Fred.
erick Buell. to be collector of internal
revenue for the 18th district of New
York, vice George r.. Kibbe, removed !;
and William II, 7, Steers, postmaster at
Olneyville, II. |. Among the nominations
which failed of confirmation aud expired
at the close Of the session was that of
Charles A, Nolen, of Connecticut, to be
examiner 10 chief of the United States
patent Office, vice X. l.. b. Clark, TO be
removed. Clark will remain in Office.
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Much Ado About 1t.

There was lately an amusing example
of the red tape of bankruptcy in Pitts
burgh, Pa. The trustees Of bankrupt
estate were paying creditors dividend
OF ten per cent, amounting in all to
1920, 900. john L. James was a work.
mau IN the bankrupt mill before it closed
and the firm was indebted to him S50ll.
As James was an employee, $50 was
preferred debt and Immediately paid,
leaving eleven cents as n claim against
the estate. James was therefore entitled
to ten per cent. OF eleven cents, which is
one cent, us nearly as our currency will
split. la order to settle this little bal
ance according to law, six cents were
paid out in notifying james, aud two.
cent stamp was put on the order to pay,
The whole business was finished up WITH
strict legality, aud the check was worded
so as 10 conform with the bankruptcy act.
Eight cents were expended to produce
one, according law, aud this is how the
money goes when man is thrown into
the whirlpool of the bankrupt court to get
his rights.
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New Hampshire.

Mr.. Benjamin Davis and wife Of New
Ipswich celebrated the 10Th anniversary
Of their wedding last week.
Ex Gov. Hale of Hinsdale is recover
ing from his recent attack of paralysis in
the throat.
Congressman elect Jones OF Ports
mouth has given $4,000 to establish high
school in Darlington, his native town.
Widow Daniel Prescott, over 20 years
old, residing alone at Sanbornton, was
burned to death, few days ago, while
attempting to build fire in the stove.
Moses Sawyer, the alleged murderer Ct
Mrs. John Emerson, was arraigned for
murder at Haverhill, yesterday, and the
case continued to the second Monday of
the May term at Plymouth.
The schooner Dirkmyre, Capt. King,
from Gonaives with cargo of logwood,
went ashore on Duck Island. shoals near
Portsmouth, aud is total wreck. The
captain aud one man were lost
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The GENERAL WoRK.-A list of the
acts passed during the session and the
closing scenes Of the second session Of the
Forty.third Congress are all presented in
the March number of The Republic ma
gazine, published at the seat of the Fed.
eral Government The failure of the
first session of that Congress is attributed
to the business crisis and the general dis.
tress prevailing throughout the country.
The second session has been a more sue.
cessful ono in practical results. The
cause of the failure of the soldiers bounty
bill is shown, and the work OF the session
is critically reviewed This number of
The Republic contains some twenty
articles on historical aud current topics
and prospective issues in the coming
Presidential campaign. The Republic is
reliable, carefully written political
monthly, issued at the very low price of
$500 year, including postage, by the
Republic Publishing Company, Washing
ton, ID. Q.
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CTATE OF VERMONT.

~, ADDlSON COi MY, IS.
Whoreas. Martha Stearns has filed in this
County Court, within and for the County Of Addi-
son, in this state, her petition and application
against her husband, Jacob Stesrns, for a divorce
from the bonds Of matrimony between herself and
her said husband, returnsble to the county cour,
next to be held at Middlebury, within and for the
county OF Addison, on the first Tuesday Of June,
1875, setting forth among other things that
she WAS lawfully married to Jacob Stearns. and
that since such marriage he hath treated her with
intolerable severity and failed to support her and
praying for divorce from her said husband, and
Tor alimony, and that she may resume her maiden
name.
And whereas. il appears that the said jacob
Stearns resides without this state SO that no ser
woe can be served on him in the ordinary manner;
Therefore, it is ordered that notice of the pending
Of the said petition and this order be given the
said Jacob Stearns by publication Of the foregoing
substance OF said petition with this order three
weeks SUCCESSFULLY in tho Mid6lebury Register. 4
newspaper printed at Middlebury, in said county
Of Addison, the last of which publications to be
at least six weeks before the session Of the said
court, in said Addison county, at the term there.
Of Aforesaid that he may, if he see cause, sppear
anu answer thereto, and stand to aud abide the
order and decree Of said court therein, which pub
icaton shall be sufficient notice to the said Jacob
Stearns to appear at the said term Of court-apd
make answer to said petition.
Given under my hand at Middiebury, In the
county OF Addison, this sd day Of March, "A D
1875. X. WAINWRIGHT rIark
X. ii. MARDIS. Att'y for netitioner .
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YfgaI Tnttfss.
CCMMISSIONERS NOTICE

~ The undersigned, having been appointed
by the Hon. Probate Court for the district Of Ad-
ilson commissioners. to receive, examine and sd-
Just all claims and demands of all persons against
the estate Of Edgar s. Catlin, late Of Orwell. in
said district. deceased, and all claims and de-
mands exhibited in offset thereto. hereby give no
tice that we will meet for the purposes aforesaid
at the First National Bank Of Orwell on the 2lst
day Of April and LIST day of September next. from
O'Clock P until o'clock P N, on each Of said
days, and that six months from the I'd day of
March, 1875, is the time limited by said
Court for said creditors to present their claims to
us for examination and allowance.
Dated at Orwell this 18th day Of March, A D
1915. j. L. HAMMOND
g. K. BUSH, SComm'rs
JOHN T. RICH \
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BSS"They say the key note Of Andy
Johnson's election TO the Senate, is his
intention to attempt n personal canvass
for the presidency, under the flag of
No Party. Andy has cheek, but it
takes a party, and a pretty strong one
too, to elect man who has once been
weighed and found wanting.
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Salem Lead Company.

Warranted PURE WHITE LEAD.-
Well known throughout New England as the
WHIrEST, FINEST and BEST.
LEAD TAPE, SIS In. wide, on reels for
Curtain Sticks.
LEAD RIBBON, from Ia to inches
wide, reels for Builders.
LEAD PIPE, Of any sine or thickness.
At lowest market prices for goods Of equal
quality. FRANCIS BROWN, Treasurer.
Inns Salem, Mass.
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Origin of Lady"

Mr.. EDIroR In your paper Of the
23d instant you give tho origin OF the
word Lady, which, if | am correct, is IA
little at fault with ancient history. The
word Ladies was used by the Persians a
long time anterior to the date you men.
ton. Four hundred and sixty-two years
before Christ, when the subject of
womans' rights was discussed by the wise
men of that period, the word Ladies was
first applied to women. See Bible.
ORRIN FIELD, Cornwall, w.
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Cough no m0re' How much JOY there Is In ev-
cry household TO know that they can at last pro-
cure a remedy for any case Of coughs, severe oslds
settled on the breast, consumption or any disease
Of the throat and lungs, that is certain TO cure
1t is satisfaction to know that person Is safe
from tho dangers Of these diseases-all you need
do, is to go to your druggist and get bottle Of
Boschees German Syrup; two or three doses will
relieve you at once. If you doubt what we say
in print get sample bottle for 10 cents and try
it, or a regular size for rs cents.
For sale by Case a Rider.
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COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.

>, The undersigned, having been appointed by tho
Hon Probate Court for the district ofNew Hassn,
commissioners, to receive, examine and adjust All
claims and demands OF all persons against the es-
tate of William Hanson late of Starksboro in said
district deceased, and all claims exhibited in of
set thereto, hereby give notice that We vilis meet
for the purposes aforesaid at the dwelIiue; house
Of Widow Anna Hanson, in said StarksborS on
the 4th day of May and Sd day of August poxt.
from ! o'clock p. N. until 4 O'clock p. fn.tfsaoh
Of said days, and that six months from tbs LIST
day of March, A. d. 1875, is the time limited BY
said court for eaid creditors to present thss sims
to us for examination and allowance.
Dated at Starksboro, this 10th day OF March,
1875 |. l.. STRONG,
MYR0N SMALL, 0Vnis
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Dssy-1t Is lucky for politicians over in
New York, that they are not usually
found out to be thieves, until they have
stolen what they want. "An independ-
cnt fortune" means something in u
country where the possession of it
makes a man Independent of justice.
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Governor Kellogg has appointed
Judge Hiram X. Steele as assistant at.
torney general Of Louisiana, lie is a
brother of the late and much lament ed
Judge Benjamin IL. Steele, of this State,
aud was a captain in the Tenth Vermont.
Even the New Orleans Democratic pa.
pers speak in the highest terms Of Judge
Steele, and approve of the appointment.
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COMMISSIONERS NOTICE. The

N/undersigned, being appointed by the Hon.
Probate Court for the District Of Addison, Com
missioners, to receive, examine. and adjust all
claims and demands of all persons against the es-
tate of Nelson Branch, late VI Whiting, in said
District, deceased, and all claims exhibited in
offset thereto, hereby give notice shat We will
meet for the purposes aforesaid, ut the late dwell
ling house of the said deceased, on the 10th day
of May. and l3,h day Of September next, from
one O'Clock Pm. until four o'clock p. NJ, each
of said days and that six months from tho 18th
day Of March, A. D. 1875, is the time limited
by said court for said creditors to present their
claims to us for examination and allowance.
Dated at Whiting, this 10th day ofMsrch
A. ID. 1875.
ELISHA RICH
ARNOLD MANCHESTER SpmAAis'
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Il superior farm of about 90 acres, situated
in the east part Of shoreham formerly known as
the Stiekney Farm said farm ia in good state
Of cultivation, good grass and grain farm. with
good orchard, besides variety of smaller fruits
The farm is we'll fenced; buildings in good re-
pair; one barn 3Ox40 with horse shed attached;
one sheep barn. nearly now, 2ixi0, with running
water in the barn aud yard. A good house, with
shade trees in front, and an excellent we'll of
water situated near school and two miles from
church, store and post.olfce. Farming tools and
team will be SOLD with the farm. if desired
For particular aud terms inquire Of
MRs. GEO. FARNlIAM,
4stf Shoreham Vt
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BD" My beloved brcdren,. a few.weeks
since Use took 'casion to remark dat
was doubtful but Brudder Beecher had
been among skunks and 1 now, on
dis 'casion, would say am not labor
ing under any such doubts as to Brud-
der Tlton.
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FOR SALE

Il Situated about one-half mile north of
Whiting village, containing about 800 acres, sui
tably divided into meadow, pasture and wood
lots sufficient for the place. containing some ex-
cellent pine and cedar timber. This farm is we'll
fenced, and has an abundant supply Of water in
all seasons. The buildings are all new and very
convenient, about one half mile from Baptist,
Methodist and Congregational churches. and a
good school aud the railroad depot
For particulars and terms inquire of
V. q. KELSEY.
Whitinr
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Twentieth year for Pyles Saleratus and
not one successful rival. Everybody &C.
knowledges its superiority in all respects
1t is always put up in pound packages
under my name, and sold by first. class
groccrs. Beware that you are not de-
ceived by the misrepresentation of Graf.
ty dealers. JAMES PYLE,
52w4 Manuf.
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THE DUNMORE.
lis NEW SPLENDID POTATO

from seed ball Of the Peerless, has for three
years produced larger crops than its parent, with
the same treatment Its color is the same; in
shape it is smoother and better. while in quality
far cNcels that variety, being equal to the very
best in this respect. For the main crop for faini-
ly use market it far excels any Of the older va
rietics Price postpaid by mail, pound 81;
pounds for So; Ii pounds for Sl0 larger guam
titles by express at special rates
ALBERT CHAPMAN.
Middcbury, Vt, March p, 1873. 2w3
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STORE AND GOODS IN Bird.

FUNI FUR SALI.
Tho store and goods formerly owned by +. p.
Fletcher, deceased, are for sale, and opportun-
ity is now offered to purchase old and estab-
lished business, with the good will of customers
extending over period of fifty years. This is u
rare chance for some young man to 60 into bust
ness, and one that will not require large cap
ital.
The store can he rented or bought. For terms and
particulars application must be made soon. In
case the goods not sold to some party DESTROYS
of taking the business they will be closed out for
cash at cost. Win sell at cost until an opportun-
ty above presents.
4Stf GEO c. CHAPMAN Admir-
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Il The dwelling house and lot lately occu-
pied by Mrs. Van Nliet, on south-street, in the
village of Middlebury, is now offered for sale.
The lot is of good size centrally located, only
about five minutes walk from the Graded School
House and the business street The buildings
are in good condition. The property will be sold
cheap and terms easy. Possession given imme
diately. Inquire Of
LYMAN T.. KNAPP.
Midllebury, Vt. 4gw6
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of slavery or national ruin. Who
doubts what the result will be? And
yet what does it imply but the renewed
unity, publication and triumph of the
Republican party?
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DOR COUGHS AND COLDS.
HAVE YOU EVER TRIED

HAVE YOU EVER TRIED
DR.. HatcbS FebrJHge Cough Nurture?
lfnot, you have neglected
THE BEST COUGH MEDICINE KNOWN
and one that ought to supersede all others.
Druggists and dealers all keep it.
Ma Of them riH join in this accommodation.
Price reduced to tblrty-fye cents. Send for
circulars, with certificates, TO
l. l. BUTCHER SONS, Proprietors,
st Adams, Vt.
For sale in Middlebury by Case 4 Rider. 45ms
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The threatened trouble between Peru
aud Bolivia about the passage Of Ger.
tain number of troops of the latter Re-
public through Peruvian territory has
been arranged. 1t was shown to Peru
that the troops were not armed, and only
remained for the time necessary to cross
over to Cobija.
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MRS. JACKSON, HAIRDRESSER,

M NOTIh PLEASANT streotI Mlddebury, Vt.
Has constantly hand, for sale, Hair Switches
OF various shades Of color to suit all customers.
She will pay the highest price for head hair and
combings. Custom work done with the utmost
promptness, and satisfaction guaranteed. She has
also lately added to her facilities and is now pro-
pared to straighten combings and to bring tho
roots all together. 2m3
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MONEY !! MONEY i
Responsible ageEs.wanted for the sale Of terrific
rial rights and for the introduction Of the
blanchard Rejecting Corrugated Lamp
Chimney,
Excelsior Coffee Pot,

The lamp chimney is certain to carry the trade.
1t is at least two hundred per cent. stronger than
any heretofore found in the market, and is war
ranted to the hgh Of the lamp to which it
is applied from 20 to rs per cent. The demand
is already beyond the means of supply.
The coffee pot is warranted to make coffee free
from fannie acd and to extract the elemental prin-
ciple from the coffee so perfectly that actual
saving in cofoe is realized of ose-fAird over any
other form in 1t is warranted TO DO this.
The coffee is as clear amber without using any
foreign matter TO SETTLE il" and the aroma 10 all
retained. II is perfection itself
Any one who wishes sure chance 10 make
money will and it for his interest to apply to the
subscriber, VIRGIL W. BLANCHARD,
1T Middlebury, VT.
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IS TO GIVE NO.

1 TICE that have this day given my son,
HcnTb Lorraine, ,nv Icinniuae. 49, TINA during
his minority, and that | shall claim none of his
earnings, nor pay any debts of his contracting,
after this date. ANTOINE Lorraine.
New Haven, Vt, March a. 1874. 9w3
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81 Praises of the River of Life, our Popu-
lar Sabbath School Song Book, come from all
quarters. indeed from all who have used it. sab-
bath School men Recommend it highly. Price
$50 per hundred.
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Spffiaf Notiffs.

Sror THAT coUoH.-No pulmonary dissse,
however chronic, can resist the healing influence
of DR.. Morris Syrup Of Tar, Wild Cherry and
IIorehound. As a remedy for Coughs, Colds,
Asthma, Bronchitis, and preventive Of Consump-
ton, it has no equal Acts like a charm In
hoarseness and sore throat. Clears and strength
ems the voice of speakers and singers. Relieves
GROUP in few minutes, and takos away all the
distress Of wuooPISG COUGH. Contains no opium,
pr other dangerous drug, and is pleasant to take.
DIR. W. M. DAY, sole agent for Middlebury. Call
and got trial bottle for 10 cents; full size, 81.
Wells, Richardson, Co., Burlington, Wholesale
agents. 43y1
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COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.

" The undersigned, having been appointed by
the l. on. Probate Court for the District ofAddison
commissioners, to receive, examine and adjust all
claims and demands of all persons against the
tate of Almeron Briggs late of Leicester Ia said
district, deceased and all claims exhibitedin offset
thereto, Hereby give notice that we will meet for
the purposes aforesaid, at the late dwelling of
the deceased in Leicester. on the 18th day of
July and It'll day of October next, from O'Clock
until o'clock p N, on each of said days. and
that six months from tho 9Th day Of April
d 1878, is the time limited by said Court for
said creditors to present their claims to us for ex
animation and allowance.
Dated at Leicester, this 9th day Of February,
D 1875.
So 5 TMIans a A. b bsMri conm'r'.
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Original Hymn Tunes. By. II. X. Oliver,
the veteran composer Of Federal st, and other
fsvorite tunes, contains 100 Tunes. Chants and
Anthems, all original and Of the best quality.
Price boards, sO cts: cloth, $l.00.
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Piano at Home. A large collection Of Piano
forte pieces for Four Hands, is full Of good aud
most entertaining music for practice or home re-
creation. Price $3.50.
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seven Part Songs. For Mixed Voices, BY j.
q. ID. Parker, contains new Glees, were suseessas
whom sung by the Parker Club" Price GU ots.
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German Four Part Songs. For MnnD
VOICES just Published, 10 An unusually good
collection Of entirely music. by the best mod
ern German composers. Just right for Musical
Societies. Prioe. $3.50.
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All books sent. postpaid, for retail price.
OLIVER DITS0N CO, Boston. CHAs. Ii
DITSoN CO., III Broadway, N. Y.
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NIannf..
MA lSItIIcl).

In Weybridge, March q, by Rev. b. cox,
John Gregory, jr., Of ferrisburgb, and Miss Susan
5. Hollock, vi Waltham.
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HOUsE AND LOT FOR SALE.

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NEW MUSIC BOOKS.

Julius julius a. a. B ssMIi o0mm'r'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1875-08-02

a correspondent, writing from Philade.-
phia in reference TO the educational exhibit
In ls'6, states that thus far but two European
nations have asked for space to erect moiel
school buildingeSweden and Germany.
The model schO1Ebouss OF the former coun-
try attracted great attention at the Vienna
exposition. Tho Amsrican educational sec
ton will embrace a. least one school house
OF full size. fitted mp with the most approved
furniture and apparatus. If there is but one
IL VIII be or a character suitable for a coun-
Try district school. Prof. George L. Maris
superintendent of the normal schoo, at West
chester, Pa. proposes 10 erect a building OF
sufficient capacity for a normal school o..
ffty students, with . model school OF twenty
pupils attached, 10 illustrate the practical
training OF the students In the art OF teach
Ing. Miss Elizabeth p. Peabody, who intro
ducec KIND ergarten schools in this country.
Will also open a school in the centennial
grounds.
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The effort OF Mr.. Thurman the statesman,
at Mansfield, on Saturday, was marked by
the same characteristics that uSsI to distin-
guish the efforts OF Mr.. Thurman the lawyer
That is 10 say there was a good deal oc petit
Jogging in IL. This the reader can see by re-
feTring 10 the Geographic abstract of his re-
marks on the financial question, which will
be found IN full n another column. He takes
the ground that this is purely a national,
and rot a ali local, issue, and that the
election or Gov. Allen, which he urges, can
therefore have no weight or significance as
an expression OF plbllc opinion on that
special subject. The willy Senator. with all
his adroitness and caution, goes TOO far. If
his conclusions are sound, AM are to be ac-
copied by his party, there viii be no induce
ment for the republican inflationists-of
whom there are undoubtedly a great many
IN Ohio-to support Mr.. Allen, inasmuch as
they cannot In that way give force or effect
10 their sentiments on that particular issue.
In this view OF the case, Mr.. Thurman's
speech must be regarded a q damage rather
than help TO his venerable uncle. Nor is
Mr.. L. himself likely 10 be much benefited
by 10.