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Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1876-04-05
Revivals and Eyangclists.

DR.. Hollands, in an article in Serb.
ner for April speaks good word for
Moody and Sankey and their meth
DDS, but condemns the ordinary itin-
Grant "Evangeists." He says -
There is a class Of evangelists who go
from church to church, of whom most
clergymen are afraid and their fears
are thoroughly well grounded. There
arises, we will say, \ strong religious
interest in Il church. Everything
seems favorable to what is called "a
revival" Some well.meaning men,
Der thinks that if Mr. Bedlow could
only come and help the fatigued pas
tor, wonderful results would follow.
The pastor does not wish to stand in
the ways suspicious that he has un
worthy prejudices against MIR. Bedlow
tries to overcome them. and Mr..
Bedlow appears. But Mr.. Bedlow
atterly ignores the condition Of the
church, and, instead Of sensitively APP
pretending 1t and adapting himself to
the line of influences already in pro
gress, arrests everything by an attempt
to start anew, and carry on operations
by his own patent method. The first
movement is to get the pastor and the
pastors wife and all the prominent
members upon their knees, in con
fesson that they have been all wrong
-miserably unfaithtul to their duties
and their trust. This is the first step,
and, of course, ii establishes Mr. Bed
low in the supreme position, which is
precisely what he deems essential.
The methods and controlling inhuen
ces of the church are uprooted, and,
for the time, Mr.. Bcdlow has every
thing his own way. Some are dis
gusted, some are disheartened, great
many are excited, and the good re-
suits, whatever they may seem to be-
are ephemeral. There inevitably fol-
lows reaction, and in a year the
church acknowledges to itself that it
is Left in worse condition than that
IN which Mr. Bedlow found it. The
minister has been shaken from his
poise, the church is dead, and, what
ever happens, Mr.. Bedlow, still going
through his process elsewhere, will not
be invited there again.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1876-04-05

She was lady named Slagruder,
and somewhat strict in reference to fam
lily morals. Indeed while Mr. Magrude,
vas good man, and endeavored tc
discharge his duties as parent with
propriety, yet his view as to what really
was proper often ran counter to the
views entertained on the same subject
by his wife, and she had spunk. These
differences on certain occasion arc
thus described by common friend:
81 called at Magruder's the Other
morning on my way down town, and
81 | knew them well, | entered the
side door without knocking. | was
shocked to find Mr. Magruder PROSTATE
on the floor, while Mrs Mrgruder sat
on his chest, and rumpled among bis
hair as she bumped his head on the
boards and scolded him vigorously
They rose when came in, and Mag
ruder, as he wiped the blood from his
nose, tried to pretend it was only 9
joke. But Mrs Magruder interrupted
him:
Joke joke (! should think not
l was giving him dressing down.
He wanted to have family prayers be.
fore breakfast, and | was determined to
have them afterward, and as he threw
the Bible at me, and hit Mary Jane
with the hymn-book, ! soused down on
him. III can't rule this house, III
know why. Pick up them Scriptures
and have prayers You here me Mag
ruder? It's more trouble regulatin' the
piety fthis family than runnin' saw
mill. Mary Jane, give your pa that
hymn-book.'
81 left before the exercises began
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Centaur
Lini m e nts
The Quickest, Surest md Cheapest
Remedies.

Physicians recommend, and Fa rriers de-
clare that no such remedies have ever before
been in use. Words are cheap, but the pro.
prietors of these articles will present trial
bottles to medical men, gratis, us guarantee
of what they say.
The Ccntaur Linimcnt, White Wrap
per. will cure rheumatism, Neuralgia, Lum.
bago, Sciatica, Caked Treast, Sore Nipples,
Frosted Feet, Chllblains, Swellings, sprains,
end any ordinary
FLESH, BONE OR MUSCLE AILMENT.
| We make no pretcnse that this article will
cure Cancer. restore lost bones, or give
health to whiskey soaked carcass. But it
will always reduced inflammation and allay
pain.
1t will extract the poison of bites and stings,
and heal burns or seals without IL scar
Palsy, Weak Back, Caked Breasts. Earache,
Toothache, Itch and Cutaaeous Erupions
readily yield to it treatment.
Henry Black, of Ada, Hardin Co., Ohio,
says "My wife has had rheumatism for five
year-n rest, no sleep could scarcely walk
GLOSS the floor. She is now completely cured
by the use Of Centaur Liniment. We all feel
thankful to you, and recommend your Won
derful medicine to all our friends"
James FIurd, of GAINESVILLE, o, >lys "Ihe
Cenlaur Lniment cured my Neuralgia"
Alfred Tush, of Newark, wri;ess: "Send
me one dozen bottles by express. The Lni-
ment has saved my leg. want to distribute
it, &c.
The sale of this Linimcnt is increasing
rapidly.
The yellow Centaur Lininemt
is for the tough SIX in, flesh and muscles of
HORSES, MULES AND ANIMALS.
We have never yet seen case of Spawn.
Swecny. Ring. bone, Wind-gal Scratches or
Poll.Evil, which this I.iniment would not
speedily benefit, and never saw but few
cases which il would not cure. II
will cure when anything can. 1t is folly
to spend 500, for a Farrier, when one dollars
worth Of Centaur Liniment will do better
The following is sample of the testimony
produced:
w Y. Hopkins, Postmaster, Piqua, o. says:
"Centaur Liniment can't be beat. 1t cures
every time"
"YelvertOn, o., March 2, 1874.
"Thc Centaur Llniments are the best SELL
ing medicines we have ever had. The de-
mand is very great for it, and we cannot
afford to be without it.
"P.H. HISLEY & SON.
Jefferson Mo-, Nov. 10, 1873
"Somc time ago was shipping horses to
st. Louis. | got one badly crippled in the
Car. With great officially / got him to the
stable. The stable keeper gave me Il bottle
of your Ccntaur Imminent, which used with
such success that in two days the horse was
active and nearly we'll. have been veter.
mary surgeon Tor thirty years, but yolr Lin
iment beats anything esei used.
"A.J. MCCARTHY. Veterinary Surgeon
For postage stamp we will mai Ccntaur
Almanac, containing hundreds of certificates,
from every State in the Union. These Lini-
ments are now sold by all dealers in the
country.
Laboratory of j. B. Rose & Co.,
46 DEFY ST., New YoRK.
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TO Consumptives.

The advertiser. having been permanently
cured of that dread disease, Consumption, by
a simple remedy, is anxious to make known
to his fellow sufferers the means Of cure
To all who desire it, lhe will send copy of
prescription used. Gree of charge), with the
directions for preparing and using the same,
which they will find SURE CURE for Con-
sumption. Asthma, Bronchitis, &c.
Parties wishing the prescription will please
address, Rev. L. A. WILSON,
i7Alms] ~ Penn ST., Wilismsburgh, N. Y.
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At Best.
BY JOHN BOYLE o'REILLY.

BY JOHN boyle o REILLY.
The faithful helm commands the keel.
From port to port fair breezes blow;
But the ship must sail the convex sea,
For may she straighter go.
So, man to man in fair accord,
On thought and will, the winds may wait |;
But the world will bend the passing word,
Though its shortest course be straight.
From soul to soul the shortest line
AT best will Bonded be-:
The ship that holds the straightest course
Still sails the convex sea.
-Scri6ner for April
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1876-04-05

LYONS kATHARIoN prevents the
Hair from falling ou. or turning gray,
renews it growth, and gives strength
aad vigor. 1t is delightfully."- perfumed
and makes splendid dressing. It's
the cheapest and most desirable Hair
Tonic ever produced. Used by the
elite. Price only SO cents. CYL.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1876-04-05
G. a st or

DR.. Samuel Pitcher, of lIyannis, Mass, ex
pertinent in his private practice for twenty
years to produce a combination that would
have the properties of Castor Oil without
its unpleasant taste and gripping effect.
His preparation was sent for, near and far,
till finally lie gave it the name of Castora,
and put it up for sale. 1t is very wonderful in
its effect. particularly with the disordered
stomachs and bowels of Children. 1t as.
Stimulates the food, cures sour stomach
and wind colo, regulates the bowels, eXpeis
worms, and may be relied upon in Group.
AS a pleasant, effective and perfectly safe
cathariic remedy it is superior to Castor
Oil, cordals and Syrups. 1t does not contain
alchohol, and is adapted TO any age.
BY regulating the stomach and bowels of
cross and sicikIy children the become
good. natured and healthy. They can enjoy
sleep and mothers have resi-. The Cas-
toria is put up at the Labora.or Of j. b. Rose
& Co., 46 Dey st New York. lSwl3
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1876-04-05
TO THE
Citizens Of Woodstock
AND THE
Public Generally,

Having provided myself with a first class
COVERED SLEIGH am prepared to carry
passengers to and from the Woodstock Rail-
road nepot to any part ofthe village or vicin.
ity at reasonable rates.
Also, will deliver FREIGHT to any part
of the village of West Woodstock at the
following prices viz !:
Freight unlosded from the Cars and de
livcred at 40c per ton,
Freight delivered from the Depot ii SOC
per ton.
Orders left at my Livery Office or at Fred
Chapman's Store will receive prompt at
tention. U. BUKh.
Woodstock, Dec. 18th, 1875.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1876-04-05

tic medicine that can be cmployed cleans
ing the stomach and bowels. and even the
blood. In small doses of one pill day,
they stimulate the digestive organs and
promote vigorous health.
AYERS PILLS have been known for
more than quarter Of II century, and have
obtained Worldwide reputation for their
virtues. They correct diseased action in
the several aSsimlaivc organs of the
body. and are SO composed llat obStruc
tons within their range can rarcl y with
stand or cvaic them. Not only do ;hry
cure the everyday complaints of every
body, but also formidable and dangerous
diseases that have haned the best Of
human skill While ihcy produce power
tul effects, they are. at the same time tie
safest and hest phy,c ioH children. Ev
their apcricnt action they gripc much lcr.
than the common purgatives. and never
give pain when the bowels are not in!lnnr,.
They ",ach the vital fountains of the blood
and strengthen the system ly freeing i
from the cIc;n"ntS Of w"nknr,,.
Adapted To- al aces ana conditions in
ali climates. containing neither caloar.
nor any UrIciprio,i, drug. these Pills Mav
be iJNcu win safety NV anyuudy. Their
su.ar-coating preserves them ever fresh.
and makes them pleasant to take; while
being purely vegetable. no harm can arise
from their use in any quantity.
PREPARED ~
Dr.. c. AVER & co Lowell, Mass,
Practical and AnalvticaI Chemists.
SOLD BY ALL DRUGGISTS EVERYWHERE.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1876-04-05

PYLE's DIETETIC SALERATUs-Uni-
versally acknowledged the best in use
Each pound bears the name of JAMES
Pyle. None genuine without. [36y1
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1876-04-05

Are tie moss ct'
lcrIlNr" ana "ounc-
nlTllllr.!aiiy"cycr
nisc"yrcI. They
are mild, Int ci:-
irc'ual in their
opcra'ion. moving
the bowels surely
and without pain,
Although gentle
in their operation.
they are still the
| most thorough and
snarrhinr coiho,.-
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NJ A n II GOD:
HOwiLOSt, 'HOwSReStOred !

A Just published new edition of DIR,
III CulvcrNvell's Celebrated Essay
- on the radical cure (uithout medicine)
Of SrEEMAToRkHGA Of Seminal Weakness,
Involu ntary Seminal Losses, IMporENcy,
Mental und Physical Incapacity, Impedi.
ments to Marriage, etc; also, CONSUMPTION,
EPILEPSY FITS, induced BY self-indul.
gence or sexual extravaganza, &c
O. Price, i'll sealed envelope, only six
cents
The celeb ated author, in this admirable
Essay, clearly demonstrates, from a thirty
years successful practice, that the alarming
consequences of self abuse may be radically
cured without the dangerous use OF internal
medicine or the application Of the knife;
pointing out mode of cure at once simple,
certain and cfectual, by means OF which ey.
cry sufferer, no matter what his condition
may be, may cure himself cheaply, privately,
automatically.
Esfs This Lecture should be in the hands Of
every youth and every man in the land.
Sent under seal, in Il plain envelope, 10 any
address, post paid, on receipt oil six cents Of
two postage stamps.
Address the Publishers,
F. BRUGMAN & SON,
II Ann ST., New York /; p. o. BOX 4sss
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1876-04-05

Mankind love to be cheated, but
they want it done by an artist.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1876-04-05
Childrn Cry for ChStOria. 1t

Childrn Cry for ChstOria. 1t is
as pleasant to take as honey, and is
absolutely harmless. 1t is sure to cx-
pei worms, cure wind collie, regulate
the bowels and stomach, and overcome
iritabllity caused by rash or cutting
teeth. 1t is perfect substitute for
Castor Oil, and costiveness in young
or old there IS nothing in existance so
effective and reliable
The Latest, Greatest, and most
reliable remedy ever put together by
medical science for Rheumatism,
Wounds, Swellings, Burns, Caked
Breast, &c, is the Centaur Liniment.
There are two kinds. While the
White Liniment is for the human fam.
lily, the Yellow Liniment is for SPAWN
ed, lame and strained horses and ami.
mails.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1876-12-15
REMOVING THE DEAD.

The work of removing the dead con-
tinued all of the following day amid
agonizing scenes. Many of the bodies
we're burnt beyond any possible identif,
cation, and others were recognized by
shreds of clothing not burned, watches,
badges, rings, souvenirs, &c.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1876-12-15

for their support upon the wages of the
three young men, they will now be de-
pendent upon an old grandfather, who is
janitor Of the building in which they
live, and who probably receives his rent
free for keeping the building clean.
Christian Veith was said to have had on
a large seal ring. with his initials cut on
the stone. The other two had neither
watches nor jewelry on their persons,
and it is supposed their remains will be
unrecognizable.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1876-12-15
Vermont News.

The auditor of accounts reported that
it cost to support prisoners in Jail for the
year ending July 81, 1875, sl2,665.55,
and in 1876, sl7, ,90532.
- The Woodstock railroad has paid
expenses the current year, made consid-
able improvement in its road bed, and
paid $500 on account of interest on its
bonds.
- The Congregationalists Of Enos-
burg, propose to observe next Christmas
as reunion of present and former
members of their Sabbath school. 1t is
expected that the exercises of this occa-
sion will be observed on Tuesday, the
26th.
= The temperance workers. Bryant
and Frost have spent few days in
Vergennes, and as result of their la
bors, large number have taken the
pledge and more than one hundred
old drinkers have joined the reform
club.
- The house and barn of Daniel
Bucklin, farmer, about two miles from
Wallingford, took fire on the 29th, and
were burned with the contents of the
barn. The fire took from the burning
out of a chimney. Loss about 81 900;
insurance very light.
One evening last week, Oliver Green.
of Richmond, weut into one of the stores
and bought some goods and paid for
them, placing his wallet back in his
pocket, as he supposed. On reaching
home he missed his wallet, which con-
tanned over $50, and it has not yet been
found.
- There are 1873 convicts in the State
prison at Windsor, beinga large increase
over former years, up to 1874, the num-
Der being "a. John p Phair is the only
murderer under sentence, and he is to
be hung in April. There are two sus-
pected murderers there for safe keep
ing
II Mrs. Charles H. Blinn, formerly
Miss Nellie Holbrook, Vermonter by
birth and education, did efficient service
for Hayes and Wheeler in California
during the the campaign by readings.
recitations and speeches. Senators Booth
and Sargent have united with other
prominent Republicans in demonstra-
ton in her honor.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1876-12-15

hing TO Me YOUR PRESCRIP-
cns and they shall be prepared in a sober, safe
u liable manner. and at all times at the Low
kPRICES, OF. WOODS.
20
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BELLs.--The invention Of bells is at
tributed to Polonius. Bishop of Nola,
Campania, about the year 400. They
were first introduced into churches as a
defence against thunder and lightning
they were first put up in Croyland Alb
bey, Lincolnshire, in 945. In the elev-
enth century and later, it was the Gus.
tom to baptize them in the churches be-
fore they were used. The curfew bell
was established in 1913. 1t was rung
at eight in the evening, when people were
Obliged to put out their fires and candles.
The custom was abolished in HOO. Bell.
men were appointed in London, in 1856
to ring the bells at night and cry out,
Take care of your fire and candle; be
charitable to the poor, and pray for the
dead :"
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1876-12-15

Thousands of bushels of apples,
and hundreds of tons of butter, are sent
every week to England from the United
States.
- The other morning Mrs. Annie
Fawkes, of Cedarville, Pa, was found
dead in bed, with her head leaning over
a cradle, the little child in it playing
with her hair, unconscious Of its bereave-
ment. The cause of death was apo
plexy.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1876-12-15

The common asparagus, grown in pots,
is said by the Florist to make, a pretty
plant for the house decoration. The
roots should be potted in five-inch or
six-inch pots, in compost of we'll en-
riched sandy loan, and placed on the
front stage of warm house; and the
earlier shoots may be cut for use, if
drawn up by covering the crown with
an inverted pot. One shoot only should
be allowed to grow, either the strongest
or weak one, as large or small plant
may be desired. As soon as the foliage
begins to open, the plants should be
placed in cooler part of the house, to
harden off a little; and thence may be
taken indoors, as required. The foliage
being of bright rich green, and the
plants forming cone of foliage, they
are, when laden with berries, really beau
tiful.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1876-12-15
AT THE MoRGUEs.

The scenes at the Morgues were like
those described above. 1t was almost
heart-rending to witness the enforced
calmness with which a wife searched for
her husband, sister for her brother,
or mother for her son. A brother and
sister spent hours seeking the body of
their father. They passed down each
line, theyoung mans arm thrown around
his sisters waist, and speaking only in
whispers. There were no tears, or if
they rose to the surface they were has
tily wiped away. There was work to
do; weeping would come with the NOR
row. Detective Looney searched for a
favorite brother He should know him,
he said, by the ring belonging to his late
ly deceased wife, which he carried in the
watch-pocket of his pantaloons. When
the body was found the clothes were
burned nearly off, but the watch-pocket
was uncharred aud the ring was found.
Mr. Looney burst into silent tears as he
bent over the remains OF his brother.
and was led away by his friends. A
widow inquired for her son. She said
he wore watch and chain belonging to
his father she should know him by
that. Poor boy" she said, she was SO
anxious to go to the theater last night,
and thought he was going to have such
a nice time" Stephen Cram had a gold
watch and chain, and 500 were found in
his pocket. A young colored boy had
in his pocket ticket of membership in
the Jerome Hopkins Choral Society Of
the free schools.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1876-12-15

Some years ago Highlander being
in the city of Glasgow for the first time,
one fine morning was amazed at the
stream of people focking from all quar-
ters toward the end of the green, where
they hanged the criminals. He asked q
passenger what the folks expected to see
down there. A man is to be hanged
this morning, sir, was the answer. "Oh,
poor mani and what are they going to
hang him for?" Sheep stealing, SIR"
Tut, tut poor, stupid man Why did
henot tbuy them and never pay for them?"
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1876-12-15
THEMEDICINETHATC CURES
Is
VEGETINE.

Taking into consideration the character of its
vouchers, the history Of its and the immense
increasing demand. Vegetine may be fairly entitled
the leading medicine of the age.
For Scrofula in the blood, Vegetne is an nfalible
remedy. and no person need suffer from tumors, al
GERS. and all diseases arising from impure blood If
Vegetine is used according TO directions There is
not of Scrotula in existence that Negetine
will not cure provided. however. the vital functions
have not lost their power of action, all that may be
said to the contrary twihstanding.
Negetine is pleasant to the taste mild in its infu
ence, and absolute in its action disease as the
following unquestionable evidence will show.
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PAID NEARLY
= 4 o . . o o .

JANUARY z, 1875.
II. r. STEVENS. ESQ:
Dear Sir w hen about six months old was vac
cinated. The parties who were vaeeinated from the
same virus died from the hpmOr. The humOr spread
over me to such extent that was rolled in bran
ease finally settled in my head. | remained in this
condition about twenty years, troubled all the time
with sores breaking in my head and discharging
TuptiOn from my At this time a small kernel
appeared in my neck, gradually increasing in size
until tumor formed of such immense size could
see it by turning my eyes downward. All this time
was taking various remedies for my blood wi h0ut
any substantial benefit.
| then went to a prominent physician in Boston.
who. during his treatment of six months lanced the
tumor eight times which cost me nearly Si0B. This
LETT me with rough, aggravated sore, without at
all diminishing the size of the tumor and in lick
y feeble condition. 1 consulted another physician
in Natek, who. after considerable time, succeeded
in healing the sore without reducing the size, At
this point l commenced to use Vese etine. through
the earnest persuasion of a friend. After had Ia
ken this medicine about one week l experienced
wonderful sensatiors. My whole body seemed to be
undergoing radical change, until, finally, the tu
broke and discharged frightful quantities. From
this time it decreased in size until the bunch disap
peared but neck still bears the ugly of the
sore and lance. am now healthy and strong and
able 10 work every day.
will also mention that have been acute suf-
ferer from infammatOry rheumatism ever since
can remember, until commencing the use of Vege-
tine. when almost Immediately all rheumatic pains
ceased This statement volunteer for the purpose
of benefting other suffering humanity and you will
confer favor by giving it as much publicity as
thought proper. Very crate iully,
o. NJ. SANELS, Ashland, Mass.
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poetry.
The Memory of the Heart.

If store Of dry and learned lore We gain,
We keep them in the memory OF the brain
Names, things and facts. whater we knowledge call
There is the common ledger for them all
And images on this cold surface traced
Make slight impression, and are soon ehaeed.
But we've page. more glowing and more bright.
On which our friendship and our love to writes
That these may never from the soul depart
We trust them TO the memory of the heart.
There is no dimming no etfacement there;
Each new pusation keeps the record clear;
Warm. golden letters all the tablet fill.
Nor lose their lustre till the heart stands still.
Daniel Webster.