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The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04
Cremation Of Two Bodies.
[Dresden Cor. Detroit Free Press.


When we arrived among the earliest
the interior was glowing at white heat
the stream of gas had been shut. off, the
steel bars along the floor were painful TO
look upon. When an audience OF about
100 spectators, ali evidently OF the most
intelligent and respectable class, and EN-
bracing in their number over dozen Ia
dies, had assembled, one OF the Messrs.
Siemens made short address explanG-
tory of the process we were about to wit
ness; and then the two corpses were
brought forward, sewed in linen sacks,
and resting on long, narrow boards. The
iron door of the furnace was swung open
and these boards instantly thrust into the
glowing interior, and as rapidly with
drawn, leaving the two sacks containing
the bodies resting on the white hot fur
mace bars. The door was instantly closed
and it's edges rapidly "tamped with
wet clay, and before it closed we saw the
wrappings shrivel up into nothingness,
and dancing, lambent flames play over
the naked bodies. The process of burn
ing lasted precisely an hour and seven
teen minutes by the watch, and we had
ample opportunity to note the process Of
combustion within, through our ''@it du
6oeuf" left in the iron furnace door for
that purpose. To the play of the flames
over the ccrpses succeeded two dark
masses like burned roast beef, the out
lines of the figures being distinctly visi-
BILE, then two masses of brownish Goals
through which the white ribs and skulls
showed grimly, while the masses seemed
to palpitate il the throbbing heat; then
two heaps of red ashes, which slowly
turned to white. Then the tamping was
knocked out from around an iron door ut
the bottom of the furnaces, wooden
shovel like that used by bakers thrust in,
on which the clear, pure, dry, bright
ashes were collected, and passed around
among the spectators for inspection and
the minutest examination. There was
nothing reprllsive about the entire pro-
ceeding; no roaring or cracking, or Of
fensive odor; the only part OF the cere
mony which would shock the sensitive
was where the bodies were thrust from
the plank into the glowing oven and left
upon the incandescent bars, while the
door swung to and hid them from sight,
and this would not be worse, after GUS
JOH1 ldu u1iItc III idlililaot unuu tuo ioWoi
ing of the body into the ground and the
scattering of earth upon the coffin. We
broke up as the shades OF evening were
stealing over the valley of the Elbe from
the hills of Saxon Switzerland, and came
away well satisfied with cremation as q
neat, clean, convenient and expedient
method of disposing of the bodies of the
dead in thickly populated countries. 1t
was authoritatively stated that the body
of man of average size leaves a residue
of four to four and half pounds OF ashes,
that of an average woman a residue of
about three pounds. Did L remember
to mention that the corpses of which L
spoke as having been cremated were
the bodies of large mastif and cat 2
But the experiment was as satisfactory
as if they had been "human.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04
4 Centennial Topic.

1t is pleasant to read, in this Centen-
NAL year (and we use this phrase boldly,
and with the agreeable remembrance
that it has appeared less often in this
journal than in some others), III the
London Acddeny's review of History
of the American War for Independence,
by Mr.. Ludlow, some sensible remarks
concerning the execution Of Major
Andre. Mr.. Ludlow speaks of this exc
cution as "one of the few blots on
Washington's fair fame" and thinks that
Andre should have had "the privilege
of being shot,"
eff" says the Academy, "Major
Andre had been suffered to die the
death of soldier, he would not have
been executed as spy, and his fate
would have been little less than a MUIR
der in cold blood. No good reason eve-.
has been or can be assigned why he
should not have suffered the irrevocable
penalty attached TO the military crime
which he voluntarily and intelligently
committed, and no plea has ever been
made in his favor except that ne was q
gallant young officer of brilliant abilities
So was the young American, Hale, who
was afterward hanged in the English
camp for a similar offense, but in whose
behalf 10 similar plea was ever put forth
by his countrymen, who, with ali their
sympathy for him, very properly re-
garded his fate as the inevitable conse-
quence of the failure of his mission.
Every such case is painful enough, but
there is little doubt that that of Major
Andre would have been long since for
gotten if it had not been for the senti-
mental glamour in which Miss Seward
and her set contrived to envelop it,
NeU York Evening Post.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04
TO PARENTS.

II your child IS suffering from worms,
use DIR. WIsHAl.T's WoEM SUGAR DRoPs,
an old and reliable remedy, that neVer
fails in thoroughly exterminating these
pests of childhood. Being made in the
form of Sugar Drops. having neither the
taste nor smell of medicine, no trouble is
experienced in inducing children to take
them. Sold by all Druggists at 25 cts. o
box, or sent by mail on receipt of price,
st the Principal Depot, 916 Filbert
Street. Philadelnhia. Pa.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04
Why He Didn't.

There was a cogent reason why 10
year-old boy living on Duffield street
didn't have a stick of gum in his mouth
when he arrived at the Cass avenue
drinking fountain yesterday morning.
Other boys had gum to chew on, and
when they expressed their surprise at
his gross neglect Of boys plainest
duty, he replied:
"Sposen a COW got into your garden
last nightl Sposen your father got up
this morning and saw ell the onions
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04
POTATO Bugs I'm Route for Europe.

The beach at Coney Island is thickly
strewn with Colorado potato beetles.
They are alive, and share with the
visitors to the island in the luxury of
surf-bathing. How they got there, while
the wind is from the ocean, is puzzle.
A very generally expressed notion is
that this is O continuance of their east
ward march, which may result in des-
perate effort to swim the Atlantic. Eu-
rope will be fortunate IL these pests,
now so plentiful with us, do not form
part of some outgoing cargo from our
shores. York Tribune.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

PMPLEs on the face, rough skin,
charped hands, saltrheum and al cutaneous
affections cured the skin made soft and
smooth, by the use OF Juniper Tar Soap. That
made by Caswell, Hazard & Co.. New York. IL
the only kind that can be relied On ~ there
are many limitations made from common tar
which are worthless
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

MANY who suffering from the effects of the warm
weather debated advised by physicians to
take moderate amounts of whisky two three times
during the day In little while those who adopt this
advice frequently the number of drinks" and
in time become confirmed inebriates beverage which
will not thirst for intoxicating liquors. and which
is intended especially for the benefit of debtated per-
sons whether at home abroad, is DR. Schenck's Sea
Weed Tonic. Containing the juices of many medicinal
herbs this preparation does not create appetite for
the intoxicating cup. The nourshng and the e-sup-
porting properties of many valuable natural productions
contained in it, and well known 10 medical men, have
most strengthening influence. A single bottle of the
Tonic will demonstrate its valuable qualities. For de-
bity arising from sickness exertion from any
whatever wneglassful of Sea Weed Tonic taken
after meals win strengthen the stomach and create
appetite for wholesome food To all who about leav
ing their homes desire to that the excellent effects
of Dr. Schencks seasonable remedies Sea Weed Tonic
and Mandrake Pills, particularly evident when taken
by those who njuriously affected By change OF
water and diet No person should leave home without
taking supply of these safeguards along For sale BY
all Druggists
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04
CHILL CURE SAFE AND SURE.-Dr.

CHILL CURE SAFE AND SURE.-Dr.
Wilhott'- Tonic is curative and protective. 1t
will cure Chills and protect from further at
tacks. It's reputation is established It's COM
position is simple aud scientific. II contains
no poison. 1t acts promptly and its effects are
permanent. 1t is cheap. because it saves doc
tors bills. 1t is harmless, speedy in action
and delightful III its effects. Try it and prove
all that's said. G.. Il. FISLAY IL Co., Proprie-
tors New Orleans.
For SALE By ALL DRUGGISTS.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

A DRUNKARD was chased, leased and
finally killed by two loafers in crowded
San Francisco street; yet the murderers
escaped, and none of the hundreds who
saw the crime can give a description
sufficiently clear to aid the police in
making arrests.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

A CHAMPAGNE tumbler, tempered by
a new process, was fred at and hit eleven
times by a saloon rifle without injury.
The twelfth shot broke it. Another
tumbler filed with ice was act a6oat in
boiling wather, and did not break.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

MALARIA, or poisonous air, is the cause
of all forms OF Ague Chill Fever. ETC. Sbal-
.enberger'- A,tidote destroys this poison in the
system, ana cures every case promptly. OGe
dose stops the CHILLI. and per.ecJ cure fol-
lows All THE for one dollar
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

IHE ENORMOUS WAsTAGE OF grain, 10 ineuiiabl.
trh other styles Of Thrcshcrs, can be SAVED Inv tbis
Improved Machine GFci, on ereps, fob 10 zoys nan
pay all ecpeAses Of threshiAg
FLAX, TIMOTHY, MILLET, HUNGARIAN and
Ike seeds threshed sopantcc cleaned and saved
as easily and perfectly as Wheat Oats Rye or barley
AN EXTRA PRICE Is usually paid for grain and
seeds cleaned by this machine, for extra cleanliness
IN THE WET GRAIN Of 1875 these were suls,an.
tally the ONLY MACHINES that could run with profit
economy, doing fast, thorough and perfect work
sckea others utterly ttIited.
ALL GRAIN. TIME and MONEY wasting compiler
tons, such ENDLESS Aprons "Raddles +" Beaers~
"Pckers," etc, entirely dispensed s0th less than
onehalf the usual Gears, Belis, Boxes end Journals:
easier managed more durable light running no cost.
ly repairs; DUST no ltteings" 70 clean up; not
troubled by adverse winds, rain or storms.
FApMERs and GRAIN RAIsERs who are poaed
In the large saving made by IL will not employ infs
rior and wasteful machines, but will sssia this
improved Thresher doing their work.
FOUR SIZES made for 8, 8, 10 and ~ Horse
Powers. Also speciality Of SEPARATIONS, designed
and made EXPRESSLY FOR STEAM POWER
TWO STYLES OF HORSE POWERS, VIZ: our i'm
proved "Triple Gear" and our "Spur Speed" Wood
bury Style) both Mounted " ON fosr wheels.
IF INTERESTED in Threshing or Grain Raising,
apply 10 nearest Dealer write TO for nlusra-
ted Circular sent free giving full particulars Of Slice
Styles, Prices Terms etc
WcROss, Shepard d Co.,
BATTLE CREEK. MICH.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

AT our request Cragin & Co., of Phila-
delphia, Pa, have promised TO send any
OF our readers gratis ION receipt of fifteen
cents to pay postage) a sample Of Dob
bins Electric Soap TO try. Send at once.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

A WANT has been felt and expressed by
physicians for safe and reliable purgative.
Such want is now supplied in Par sons Pur-
qdtice Pills
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

HENRY X. BOND, of Jefferson, Me-,
was cured Of splitting blood, soreness, and
weakness ot tho st"mach ny the use Of John-
sons Anodyne Li1tin,er4t internally.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

TURNIP SEED.-Leading varieties at so
cents per pound, postage paid. JOHN KERN,
COS South Fifth street, St Louis.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

THE Erie Preserving Company, of Brant, Erie
Co., n. Y. have the best canned fruit and veg
etables exhibited at the Centennial exposition.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

USE Home Stomach Bitters for all dis
orders of Stomach and Liver, prepared by Home
Bitters Co., st. Louis. For sale everywhere.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04
Public Report
l. Au4 f00 or A. ..ls4
v POLICEMAN.

have not enjoyed good health for several years past
yet have not allowed IL To interfere with my labor
livery belonging 70 the laborng class knows the in
cuny6nercs Of being obliged 10 lapor when the body
from debility almost refuses 20 perform its daily
I never a believer M dosing with medicines but
having heard the NEGETINE spoken of SO highly, was
ned try IT, and shall regret that deter
Animation. As tonic (Which every one needs at some
time surpasses anything ever heard Of IL nvgor-
ates whole system IL Is great cleanser and purifier
of the blood There are many OF my acquaitances who
effect.
Especially among the aged class OF people impars
calm repOse, thereby strengthening the mind AZ
well the body One aged lady, who has been suffering
through life from Scrotua, has become blind from
its effects. having tried many remedies with no tayora-
bile result. was Induced by friends 10 try the vEGE-
TINE. After taking few bottles. She obtained such
great relief that she expressed wish for her sight that
she might be able 10 look upon the who had sent
her such blessing
Yours respectfuy.
o. H. p. HODGE. Police Officer, Station g.
BOSTON, Mass, May 9, 1osl.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

VEGETINE has never failed to effect a
cure OF all rnercurial diseases.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

IL sells faster than any other book published
One Agent sold 81 copies in day. Send for
terms 10 Agents. NATIONAL PUBLISHING co.
CHICAGO III.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

HNE &c Tho choicest in the world-Importer-
H. LASs prces-Largest Company In America
staple arcle-pleases everybody-Trsde continually in
cressing-AGents wanted everywhere-best inducements
don't ste time send for circular IN ROBT WELLS
az Vesey ST.. N. Y r. o. Box I2S7
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-08-04

WHEN WRITING TO ADVERTISERS,
w please say you saw the advertiseme nj
I'm this paper.
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1876-11-04
SOUTH STARKSBORO

Deacon Ira Sweet is prostrated with
paralytic shock; there is no hope Of bis
recovery ~.'t
More about bed quilts; Mrs. vii.
liam Follansbee has peiced quilt that
contains 1884 pieces and is only two
yards square, besides she can tell your
Weybridge correspondent why churninp
cream converts it into butter and why
yenst causes bread 10 rise. IF anyone
doubt, 1t let them go thero and examine
the quilt and eat her bread and butter
our word for II they will be satisfied that
Mrs. Folisnsbeo understands the modu,
operdadi Of making butter as we'll os
pieeipg bed quilts.
The Reo. Mr. Rock well. of Middle.
bury, has been canvassing here for q
Bristol paper edited and published 10
Middlebury, himself editing the hygienic
department and j. Cobb the remainder.
All right, suppose, but a good many
subscribers thought they were going to
have a Bristol paper in something besides
name. There are some Of the people here
who wish Mr.. Rockwell would pay bis
bills il able, if not. at least condescend to
thank people that entertain him and his
horse Prince. We would suggest to the
people Of Middlebury to furnish him with
little change, or advise him to condo.
scend to thank those shat entertain him.
II
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1876-11-04
KERGENNES.

Mr.. +. A. Ross has returned from
market, aud in few days is TO enter his
new store in Stevens block.
MIR. M. II. Severance is about to
leave us for Grown Point, N. Y, to es.
tablish himself in the watch making and
repairing business
Rev. DR.. Hodge, former pastor In
the Baptist church of this city, is to 90.
cupy the pulpit OF the Congregational
church on Sabbath next.
The companies interested in the
water privilege on the west side Of the
creek have been very busy for few days
clearing out and repairing their fumes
and the canal.
1t lie thought an arrangement will
be made by which Prof Tnpp, the
lecturer, will give several of his interest.
ing historical lectures in this place, prob.
ably next week.
There is the appearance OF improve
ment ia business which justi6es eucour.
agement and more freedom in its tran.
saotion. The increased amount Of freight
upon the railroad is q straw.
Shipments from the Vergeunes sta.
tlon for the week include 13, BAG lbs. but.
ter; 8,34S lbs poultry; 50 dozen eggs !;
3 cars hay; II cars sheep; l car cattle /;
$3.50 pounds Of horse nails in l46 pack.
ages.
The presence in the city Of loafng
strangers who have no apparent business
excites suspicion and apprehension. One
such has been caught making diagram
of the rear of T. X. Ravens store
Being questioned he made himself scarce.
The city meeting held Tuesday
afternoon, which was called to extend the
water pipes down Green street to Gen,
Southsrd's residence, adjourned sine die
without action. 1t is interpreted as q
disinclination to incur the expense at
this time.
The rendering Of the cantata of Els.
Their in School House Hall, on Monday
and Tuesday evening of'this week, under
the auspices Of the vergennes Musical
Union, was perfect success. The hall
was full both nights. Nothing in tho line
Of music that We have had for years has
taken with the public SO we'll The part
of king was well acted by Mr.. r. d.
Wheeler. Miss Eva Scovill sustained
the part Of queen very finely. G. E.
Parker, the inimitable Haman, appeared
at home and at ease on the stage. as we'll
as A. L. Pierce who sustained the part
of Mordecal. Mrs g. 4. Parker in solo
singing exhibited entire control Of voice
and was we'll received but space may not
be allowed to speak Of all, though all are
deserving Of great credit for the manner
in which they acquitted themselves, The
presentations were well sustained and ex.
hibited the taste and skill of the director
in the assignment of parts. The costumes
added great deal to the picture Of song.
Mr.. Mills has left US, but not without q
good impression as true gentleman,
thorough drill master and competent and
efficient director. and he will be held 10
kind remembrance by all who were fay.
ored with his acquaintance
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1876-11-04

Little. Oracle Fleming, whose case
of taking opium wereferred to last week
fingered along In On unconscious condition
until evening, when the effects Of the drug
began to wo:k of aud by Saturday morn
ing she was bright and we'll. Drs. Ed
dy, Sutton and Russel were called in ant
worked over her, but 1t was oil they
could do for some hours to keep the fam
spark Of life burning. Drs, Sutton ant
Russell left 10 the evening. but DR.. Eddy
remained nearly all night. The strait
upon the nerves Of Mr.. Fleming was 81
great that II made him sick for day OF
two. but he is better now. The cause o.
the poisoning was mistake in putting VI
Of the drug by On inexperienced druf
clerk, who received the order for pulver
lied rhubarb and put up pulveriaed opium
FRANCE AND EUROPE SINCE 1S48-~Ai
may be seen by advertisement, Prof
Trip Of Boston, the well.known lecturer
on Europe. is 10 our vicinity, and will
probably soon favor our people with Q
course Of his European series descriptive
Of the latest great historical epochs in
France and Europe, with vivid portrait.
ures Of the leading actors. the information
being largely from personal knowledge
and original sources. The second lecture
treats Of THE Eastern Question" illus.
trated by large map, and the Turco.
Servian war. just now Of absorbing
interest, The lectures have been extern.
sively delivered, and have attracted much
attention. They are warmly commended
BY the leading press and many Of the
most distinguished and cultured minds in
the country, including such names as the
late Rev. DR.. Sprague Of Albany, N. Y,
Pres. Porter Of Yale College, and Hon.
Geo. 8. billiard Of Boston. Prof. Trip
opened q course in Burlington, Thursday
evening, for the Young Mems Assooia.
ton.
-" Hallow Gen." or as some irrever.
ent ones call it, "gate night" returned on
Tuesday evening. The citizens Of Mid.
dlebury were reminded Of the occasion by
the usual pranks Of the young folks, who
seized upon the old Scottish custom for
an opportunity to work off their surplus
mischief. Gates were quito generally re.
moved and in somo cases carried some
distance. The old retired omnibus
stored upon the fair ground was dragged
down to the bridge. dissected and thrown
about in fragments and the top pitched
into the river. A buggy also went over
the bridge into the water above the falls
bon6res illuminated the streets; a pig
was taken from its pen. though care was
taken not to have him escape; lumber
and other movables were strewn about and
placed in unheard.of positions, and every
conceivable kind Of mischief was INDUCED
In. The best Of good nature seemed to
prevail in it all, and most Of the mischie.
vous performances we're of the compare.
lively harmless kind.
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1876-11-04
NEW HAVEN

There was q turkey shoot at the
Street, Wednesday.
--Durfes & Whites cider mill is do.
iog a very lively business this fall.
Shipments from this station include
10000 pounds butter $500 lbs. poultry
100 dozen eggs; three cars hay.
The academy fourishes very finely
under the superintendent of Mr.. Peril.
60. Several students are here from out
Of town,
The repairs on the church ut the
street are nearly completed. The latest
feature is the windows Of colored glass,
figured.
The Centennial exhibition aud anti.
quarian supper at tue town hall in New
Haven, last Tuesday evening, came of as
advertised. There were some one hun.
dred aud fifty persona present, and about
sixty d,llars clear is the financial result
which goes towards paying for repairs on
the church The exhibition Of centen.
NAL relics was largs and very interesting,
There was also large number of articles
that came from different parts Of the
world. that made sort Of museum col.
lection. TIE exhibition was chiefly due
to Mrs. Knowlton. who obtained some.
thing from nearly every family 10 town.
An old spinuing.wheel. operated by Mira
Waiter Barton, attracted considerable
attention. Some OF the ladies wero
dressed in centennial costume. About
half past eight supper was announced in
the lower room. The older people went
down first The supper consisted Of pork
and bcaps, eofu bread, Indian pudding,
pampkia pies. coffee, &C. All enjoyed q
good time, and We hope such gatherings
may be brought about quite often.
The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1876-11-04
RWELL.

While the train running from Ticon.
deroga to Leicester Junction, Tuesday
morning, was rounding q curve near
Orwell, the engine rode rail, and went
down an cmbankment. Two freight cars
followed and were badly wrecked, while
the baggage and passenger car, compris.
ing the remainder of the train, were left
on the track. The former was partially
thrown from the rails, but withou. suffer.
ing any damage. The engineer and fire
man miraculously escaped serious injury.
A wreoking train was dispatched from
Rutland about ten O'Clock in the morning,
and succeeded in clearing away the wreck
BY evening The baggage and passenger
cars Of the wrecked train were brought
down by the wrecking train, returning
in the evening, but The engine and freight
oars had not been raised from the ditch.