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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21
DAvIS'S JOB.

II i reported that Senator Davis, OF
West Virginia. will introduce into the next
Congress "a bill cancelline the loan made
by the United States % the several States
In 1887. which amounted 70 the snug sum
of So. lOl .654 81. OF this amount, nearly
one-half was distributed 20 the Southern
States-and perhaps the fact that they have
only about One-quarter OF the population
of the country and One-eighth Of the wealth
accounts for their willingness TO ''cancel
the debt. The reason which Senator Da-
Wis is represented as urging for this extra
ordinary cancellation is that Keeping ac-
count Of the debt is "a useless embarrasS-
ment to the Treasury Department. The
trihing circumstance that Illinois, which
has property amounting TO S2,l2l ,6SO,oi9-
pot ONLY SAT- $40 Of the money, while Nir-
sJipia. which has only sos, SIS, 1873 worth
OF property. got s., l9S, 427 of the money
that is. that Virginia got about twenty
Ave times as much as Illinois in proportion
10 wealth-may possibly interfere with this
philanthropic scheme Of Senator Davis
Whig.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

ONFoRp.-A meeting of the village cor
poration of oxford was held on Saturday
evening and police appointed to look
after sundry offenders against peace and
good order
Much interest is being manifested by mu-
steal people in the coming convention of
the oxford County Association to be holden
at Bucktield, commencing Oct. 18th, and
closing the evening of the 3lst with con-
cert. Half fare will be gwen by the Grand
Trunk and Bucktield roads during the
week. Arrangements are being made to
run a special train from Mechanic Falls
and Canton before and after the concert for
the accommodation of those wishing 10
attend. All interested in the cultivation
of a higher class of music, whether resi-
dents of the county or not. are cordially
invited To be present. Memberships 42d
psalm is both grand and pleasing and not
too difficult for singers Of fair ability.
Prof T. =. Ryder of Boston, is thorough
musician and able conductor elrtStoH
Journal.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

PARs.-Mr. J. c. Marble, one of the
most enterprising citizens OF this village,
is making arrangements to ship large
quantity of apples to Europe We printed
labels for about five thousand barrels, last
week.
Rawson's coaches leave the Hill at p.
m. instead of 3 20, as heretofore, in order
to meet the up train, which has changed
its time.
The directors of our Unity Club gave 4
social party at the Academy on Wednesday
evening There was a large attendance,
and the people enjoyed themselves, in play
ing games, &c. 4 large quantity of fruit,
pastry and coffee was given to the guests
Mr. J. c. Marble and others contributed
the fruit, which was tastefully arranged on
the tables. Such gatherings are OF great
benefit in a village of this size, IN promot-
ing sociability and harmony
Mr.. Geo. B. Shaw, our shoemaker, IS
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21
OHIO AND IOWA
SEND GREETINGS TO MAINE IN
A GRAND REPUBLICAN VICTORY

The elections in Iowa and Ohio, last
week, were more satisfactory to Repuoh-
cans than they had even dared TO hope.
In Ohio, the Republicans have about
10000 majority, and have gained CON
troll of the Legislature. The Repuoh-
cans seem to have elected % out OF 81
Senators, and 20 Representatives out OF
ia, thus having joint ballot majority
of So. This gives the Republicans the
election of United States Senator, IN
place of Mr.. Thurman.
In Iowa the Republicans have between
$4,000 and $4,000 majority on the Gov
ernor vote, and have almost the entire
Legislature. There is hardly working
minority.
Following are press comments on the
campaign and its result;
"Ohio is a pivotal State" IL will be re-
membered. The Democrats themselves
have said it.-PortlaRd Press.
Democratic folly in making "Solid
south" has had its natural effect and made
a solid North That is what the result IN
Ohio means.
The fate OF Thurman IS a warning t.
politicians not to surrender principle To
eNpedienCy. In n moment OF weakness he
turned his back upon his lifelong prlnci-
pies and wrecked his politiCalho Thur
man was the ableSt man OF his party. The
lesson is one not 10 be forgotten by young
men entering the political arena.-PrcSS.
In summing up the work done in the
Ohio canvass. which has given so complete
and signal a victory 10 the Republican
PARTY. the New York TrjbUHe'S special cor
respondent says Prom Maine We have
had Blaine, Davis, Hale. Frye, Reed and
Hall Mr.. Blaine'S tour ended in the Scioto
Valley, as il begun on the eastern border,
in blaze OF enthusiasm. His meetings
were everywhere phenomenal, and IN,
crowds that greeted him made II plainly
manifest that their demonstrations grew
out OF their affectionate liking for the CHIEF
representative OF Stalwart RepublicaniSm
a. well as their devotion 10 the cause h'
defends. The excellent campaign work OF
Mr.. FRYE and Mr. Hale is too well known
throughout the East 20 need word OF
praise. Mr. Hale was unfortunately pre-
vented from filling his last two appoint.
mentS by an attack Of Illness. Mr.. Reed
who is new 10 the Ohio field made goot
impression, and General Hall, who Wa
here once before, Won new laurelS. MT
Davis. the next Governor OF Maine, hao
the warm reception due TO the leader IN
the closely contested fight in that State
No other New England men took part IN
the campaign, except General Hawley, o
Connecticut, whose magnetic speeches
made a strong Impression
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

troubled with weakness of the eyes so
that he is Obliged to retire from the bust
ness He is DESTROYS that a good man
should take his place, and would make sat
isfactory arrangements with any shoe
maker who would like To come here.
The Paris Veterans will meet for Com
pany drill next Saturday, At , p. m, on
Paris Hill, at which time they expect 10
complete arrangements for organizing UNI
der the State Law. The committee chosen
to make arrangements for speakers, &C.,
for next decoration day, are requested to
be present. Per order.
W. .. DOUGLASS, Sec'y
Rev. Mr. Bowler of Bethel, occupied the
Baptist pulpit, last Sabbath, on exchange
with Rev. DR.. Estes.
Monday morning the thermometer was
down to 30.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

Miss l.. Flora Carey, scrap-bag T. S. Pal
mer. brackets and wall pockets, &c.
CHEESE.
b. +. Robinson, Mrs. Alden Keene, 2,
Mrs. Soloman NJ. Stetson, 2, Miss. Addie
f. Perrin, aged 10 years, fine little cheese
made without assistance.
MISCELLANEOUS.
G. w. Moore. Canton. Harness. Davis
Sewing Machine from J. A. Buchanan
Co. Nc. Falls. J. \. Gerry, the operator,
was continually turning out all kinds OF
fine work To the great delight of the ladies'.
W. J. Wheeler Paris, Geo. Woods Cabi-
net Organ, upright case, music rack, sets
reeds. . stops. A fine toned instrument
which Mr.. W. sold before leaving the hall.
The show of cattle, horses, &c, was as
good as those of preceding years. As the
farmers neglected TO give their names 10
Secretary no list could be obtained by your
reporter.
The drawing match attracted great
crowd of farmers. ON town teams, Hart
| ford had a. yoke Sumner, 30 yoke. While
there were many fine horses present, there
was no trotting for money, feature which
seemed 10 give universal satisfaction.
There were the usual variety Of side
shows, candy stands, photographers,
swings. auctioneers, peanut and whip
vendors to interest the crowd and collect
the spare dimes.
Everybody left the fair satisfied with the
exhibition. and We can safely consider this
one of the successful fairs of oxford Coun-
ty. The following As far as we could as
certain were the officers j. I. Glover
Marshal of the day Ira Palmer jr., Score
tary. 10 whom your reporter Is indebted
for many favors; 5. 5. Monk had charge
of hall for fruit, fancy work, &c.
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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

HAkI I OhD AMI ~ h-NI.h AIN.
The Fair opened on Thursday morning
oct L. under favorable auspices, near the
Railroad Depot in East sumner village,
where there was ample room for the eXhib-
ition The Fair /, free one and was
largely attended by the people from Hart
ford, Sumner and surrounding towns.
The display OF fruit and vegetables was
good but the dairy representation was
small. The entric, orfruit. vegetables and
fancy articles were Us follows:
FRUIT, VEGETABLES nc.
O. II. Bumpus, corn, pumpkins; J.
Thompson, corn: J. ). Hodgson, corn
William II. Fletcher, pop corn; c. Kicker,
corn; 7. ). Doten, pears, corn and yegeta-
blcs j. f. Benson, corn and apples J. \.
Fletcher, corn, onious and beats; W. II.
H. Briggs, turnips and corn; G. T. Bar
rows. cranbcrries and apples; JOHN I.
Grover, potatoes, Asa kecne, fine dis
play of the Ben Davis apples raised IN
ISIS; G.. H. Packard apples Mrs. j. Rus
sell. maple syrup; Mrs. NJ Bryant, apples
b. W. Briggs apples and pears l.. K. Do
ten apples ;. j. Crockett, Il fine display
Of large apples, grapes and pears; Arthur
b. Briggs, apples; John 7. Glover,
twelve varieties Of apples; J. I. Stet-
son, twelve varieties of apples and
plate of Concord grapes; y. NJ. Var
ncy, apples; VIM. Scwcll, 10 varieties
of fine apples; G.. b. Foster, Cracker on
ions Henry IL. Berry potatoes and apples
Alonzo Pomeroy, apples Lot L. keene,
display of vegetables, premium; Henry
Parsons, biz cabbage one weighing 81 L
lbs: John Thompson, late vegetables
VIM. II. Downs, corn and vegetables; IL
A. Bicknell, onions; ID. b. Palmer, bic
turnips.
DOMESTIC AND FANCY ARTICLES.
Mrs. Hiram Buck, quilt containing about
1000 pieces; Mrs. Alden Keene, quilt
Miss Hattie Tompson. quilt; L. |. Stetson,
quilt; Mrs. VIM. Cushman, log cabin quilt
Mrs. 5. VI. Stetson, woven quilt; Mrs.
Sullivan Cox, rugs Mary I. Glover rugs
Miss Lumera Thompson, dress over 100
years old Dust in style Mrs. I. {. Rus
sell, rug; Mrs. X. Briggs, framed motto
wreath of wax flowers, very line; Mrs. w.
r. Sewen. butternut frame, motto: "Old
Oaken Bucket" Mrs. Gilbert Tilton,
nice rugs: Mrs. S. Palmer, aged IS years
. very heavy rugs well made; Mrs J. Rus
sell. rag carpet; Linnie Tuell, tidy, toilet
set and slipper case; Mrs. Lucy Oldham,
bead cushion; Mrs. l.. c. Russell, silk
cushion; Mrs. Nellie Carey, tidy, Miss
Linnie Young, tidy; Mrs. A. b. Briggs,
toilet set and tidy; Miss Ada Robinson,
tidy; Mrs. NJ. Thompson, dishes over 100
years old; Mrs. NJ y. Parsons, tides
Miss Lulie Boswerth, aged II years, a
very neat and nice lace neck-tie made by
herself; Miss Winnie L. Palmer, feather
braid; Lumira Thompson, garment 10
years old; Mary F. Glover, decorated horn +;
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

Nix. FRYE.-Hon. VIM. Z. Frye returned
home Tuesday from his successful cam
paign i'm Ohio. On his way home, he
stopped in Massachusetts, one day, and
spoke Saturday evening at Whittinsyille.
Mr.. Frye spoke fourteen times in Ohio-alI
but twice out of doorS-to audiences vary
iug from 5000 10 5000, and always with
great acceptance. The republican State
committee regarded Mr.. Frye Is one of the
best speakers on the stump, and his able
and eloquent addresses did the republican
cause great good. Mr.. Frye has earnest
requests TO speak further in Massachusetts
aud New York, but he is obliged 10 20 t.
Washington, Nov. 10th, to attend the meet
i'm of the House committee on Rules, ne
will probably not be able to respond
LariStOH Journal
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

There is much reason 20 believe that
there is a growing laXity in various por-
tiOnS Of the State i'm the matter OF the en-
forcement OF the prohibitory law, and the
friends OF Temperance are anxlOuSly IN
curing as % their duty in the premises.
From Bath comes the report that drunken
ness is on the increase, and meeting l.
called 20 take counsel upon the subject
In PenObScot there is practically an era OF
cree rum" LIQUORS being openly paraded
and sold In Portland the liquor deputies
are making occasional seizures, but there
is good reason 70 believe that the law =
being violated daily in too many Of the
..dens" where the traffic chiefly thriveS
nowadays In BridgtOn, II reports are
not greatly at fault. We have some reason
10 complain. Practically the law i a
dead letter with Us, the benefits OF the
sheriff enforcement act" never having
been extended TO the rural precintS. The
situation il grave one, and our Temper
ance friends must beStir themselves II we
are 20 hold the advanced position we have
taken upon this question. just what i %
De done we will not undertake % suggest
that the situation calls for some very deci-
sive action we are fully convinced. The
price OF enforced prohibition" in Maine j
eternal vigilance ,-BridgtgR Nslrs.
We hear the same complaint from
towns in this section where temperance
work has in a measure ceased. We at
tribute the violation Of law largely TO the
fact that we have for Governor man
who has no sympathy with prohibition
He and such men being at the front
leads lawless men 70 believe that public
sentiment on the temperance question Is
lowering its standard A vigorous en-
forcement of the law by temperance PEG
pie would soon teach offenders TO respect
the law til they are strong enough Il
repeal It.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

PERsoxAL.-The New York I'riJ,0,
publishes the following editorial item con-
corning Mr.. c. A. Boutelle, of the Ban
cor Hhiq. Mr.. Boutelle has always
made strong fight against yielding 10
the demands of Southern intolerance, and
has been soundly abused therefor. He
now has the satisfaction of seeing the
majority of the Republican party giving
voice 10 Just the ideas which he and q
few other thoughtful men have held and
advocated during the whole season OF
gush and sentiment We believe the
way, and the only way to meet the rebe.
Brigadicrs in Congress, Is 10 confront them
with Union soldiers-not those soldiers
who are now uncertain aS to (which side
was right''-but such men aS Capt. Bou-
,clle. who has never shadow OF doubt
concerning the justice Of the cause for
which he fought. If his District honors
him as the Tribune suggests, we shall
heartily congratulate our manly and cour-
ageouS soldier editor on the complete VIM
dication Of the position which ne has
taken and maintained.
The Concord H H. Monitor gives large
credit for the Republican victory i'm Maine
10 the efforts OF c. \. BOutelle, editor OF
the Bangor Wig. Mr.. Boutelle has, In
addition 20 his editorial laborS, been a
member OF the Republican State Commit
tee. and % his unwcarying efforts Is largely
due the remarkable result in Penob>cot
County. There are many indications that
Mr. Boutclle may Doe called into ConSre>-
SionaI service from the district IN which
his paper i 80 influential an exponent OF
Republican principles.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

Mr.. ID. II. Thing Of Mt. Vernon,
writes q long sorrowful letter 70 the Neu
Enqlaud Farmer, concerning the hard
outlook for farmers. He has Travelled
over Oxford County, and finds that dairy
ing. hay raising, beef raising, pork rals-
ing. and in fact every branch Of husband
" which our farmers pursue, prove unre-
muneratiye. He recommends that they
nv sheep raising. The sheep raising
recommendation Is well enough, but his
Jeremiade was written while under the
influence Of Greenback theories, or Is a
part Of one Of his political speeches
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21
Col Blanton Duncan. Of the late South

Col Blanton Duncan. of the late South
ern Coufederacy, who came 90 Maine %
help elect Corporal Davis has become one
81 the leading contributors 20 the Portland
Press. We do not know thSt he - Oh,
Editor i'm chief. bat A. Col Duncan i moth
inc unless speaking I'm laudation OF him
self. the editorials of the Press have every
appearance OF being his composition
Ne,r Religion.
Solon Chase. who went 20 Ohio 70
helm elect Foster, has become one Of the
leading contributors TO the Ne'c Religion
When We remember what Scion said he
was gong west 20 do, We arc certain that
his yoke-fellow i Editor IN chief OF the
Netc Religion, as is editorials have every
appearance of being written Oy hind
leg.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21
-The Nelr ReIiqion allows CONE

The Nelr Religion allows a CORES
pendent 70 misQuote Us article concerning
the amount Of liquor consumed in Name
and to argue therefrom that prohibition
Is a failure. The increase IN conSump-
ton Of liquor should be credited to the
United States, and not TO Maine. With
$4,000 reformers in Maine, II Is not like
IL we consume as much liquor as we did
when these men were drinking, many OF
them 90 excess.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

Sound DOCrRINE.-Hon.J John ID. Long,
the republican candidate for governor OF
Massachusetts,. makes the following adj
mirable statement of the aim and purpose
Of the republican party 1.-The republican
party is committed TO the doctrine OF the
national integrity; OF reformed civil ser
vice. which shall be the service Of the State,
and not Of 4 party; OF equal citizenship
of the purity OF the national ballot, en-
forced. a the national government Is bound
10 enforce. throughout the entire juri>dic-
ton. every franchise il has cOnStitutionally
guaranteed 10 its citizens; of the preserya-
ton at once OF every national and of every
local right, not according to that hereSy
which has disgraced che name OF State
rights. but exactly as both are parceled out
in the Constitution, 50 that neither the
national authority shall be impaired noI
any genuine right of local self government
compromised; and Of that policy OF specie
resumption and honest finance, by IL
fidelity TO which the republican party has
preserved the national faith, has restored
and strengthened public and private credit
has revived our industries, and has pointed
and led the way 70 better times, better
work, better homes
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21
ApJurANr GFNERAL.-The Gospe

ADJUrANT GFNERAL.-The Gospel
Banner has the following good words for
Gen. G.. l.. Beal, Oxford Couuty's candi-
date for Adjutant General OF Maine;
Our exchanges say that the caucus nom
inees of this year, for State officers, seem
70 be entitled TO a denomination ana eiec-
tiOn this year. Gen. beal was
a worthy officer, is an honorable man, ana
in all respects well fitted for the position
Of Adjutant General, to which there Is
but little doubt he will be elected.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

Two tons OF European gold arrived III
New York daily, last week on an average
According TO veraciouS eyewitness 30
Ion Chase was last seen standing on the
wharf gazing diSconSolately nom under
his white ha, at the ominouS pile.-Le'r's-
Ion Gazette.
Remember, we are not fighting the
Greenbackers, this year. Perhaps the
Ga-ette only referred TO the political year
in its instructions 70 reporters, last June
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21
EDITORIAL NOTES.

We are very anxious TO secure
copy of the History Of Norway, by Mr..
Moves. Any person having copy Tor
sale. can find a purchaser by addressing
this office.
Governor Garcelon has talked again.
He SAYS the Maine Law Is failure. and
that men can purchase all the liquor they
wish. Perhaps we will have another
Democratic Governor some day.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

SrNwART. The French communists
seem as forgctful of their obligations
towards the government that has spared
their lives. a. do the recent rebels of the
South. They even seem TO think that they
have to pardon instead of being pardoned.
Al the funeral Of two communists who
died since their release, the crimes of the
Commune were openly extolled. The can
didacv of non-amnestied communists for
vacancies in the Chamber of Deputies is
beginning to be organized. These disgust
ing symptoms, TO say the least, furnish the
reactionaries with plausible pretext for
difusing distrust in the republic. In our
country we have those lately IN rebellion
talking boastfully Of their achievements :;
that il was they who saved the Union, and
that they are proud of their record. The
rising generation will question the wisdom
of universal amnesty for traitors and reb-
els.-LeristOR Journal
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

SUBJECTS FOR "TRUsT. In the South
ern states, since July l, 1876, twenty-five
officers and employees Of the government
have been killed and thirty-seyen wounded
while in the discharge of their duty. Dur
ing the same period one hundred and nine
federal officers have been prosecuted in the
State Courts for acts performed by them
i'm the discharge Of their duties to the gov
eminent of the United States. And yet
the New York World is astonished that the
people of the North do not trust the 10y
atty Of the South 10 the constitution and
the laws as fully as they trust" that OF
Massachusetts,. by their works, IS
fair criterion. we have been taught TO be-
leye. to judge men and communities
I.L-i.tDu .InnrAHI.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

We have received from Messrs.
Hoyt, Fogg & Donham Of Portland,
COPY Of Thomas Moulton's History OF
Porter. lust issued. We shall make a
more extended note of the work, here
after
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Newspaper Decisions.

l. ANY person who takes paper reguisrly
rrnm the ofhce.-whether directed 20 his name OF
snotherss or whether he has subscribed or not
h responsible for the payment. ..,
g N a person orders his paper discontanoe1,
Continue 10 send M until payment 10 made, and
collect the whole amount, whether me paper u
taken from the ONCE or not. ,..-,.
s. The Courts have decided hatreIoslng 70 AK
nevspapers and periodicals nom the post once
or removing and leaving them uncslled tor, Is
pvtu.a Oncis evidence Of fraud.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

SOUrH W ATERFoRD.-TueSday evening
18th. the Reform Club held their regular
meeting at the VI. +. Church, when the
house was quite full. Many speakers from
abroad were present and the meeting WAS
very enthusiastic one, and proved quite
a success The 'lron-cad' was presented
IL usual. and quite number OF names
were obtained. Several of the "hard cider
fraternity signed. Eloquent address,,
were made By Lewis Lovcioy and Harvey
Knapp of Norway, Mr.. Geo. Pierce. llar-
mon Seayey, Stephen Whitney. Rev. Mr..
Thomas. Sampson and John Seaycy ot llar-
riSon. Mr. Chas Stewart of Oti>feld, Rev
y. d. Center, \. ;. kimbali, G. .. GJ.-
win. and Jesse Warren OF Waterford, II.
Nichols of Albany, and many others. The
band was present and discour>cd music
during the evening. There was also sing
ing Of Reform Hymns by the congregation.
Miss X. j. Stanwood, ailera visit Of two
months in South Waterford, returned 20
Boston Tuesday, 18th.
Thursday, 10th, was very hot-mercUty
at - at p. III.
Thursday evening the band by invitation
went 10 the farm of Mr. Geo. Goodwin and
husked out all his corn, after which they
were invited into the house to partake ola
nice supper, which had been prepared by
the mother of Mr.. Goodwin and the wife Of
Orrn Goodwin. After supper the band
PLAYED few selections and returned home
well pleased with their visit II invited.
they will probably go again, next corr
time.
Mr. William Monroe lost cow this week
from eating apples. Mr.. James Houghton
also had horse and COW that got pretty
"full" on apples, Thursday, and the cow
was so bad the next morning, that she fell
down while being driven to pasture. We
should say they ought to sign the pledge at
once.
Mr.. Z. 2. Kimball and Thomas Butcher
have gone TO the Lakes" on fishing and
hunting excursion.
Mr.. f. f. Horn viii make six thousand
gallons of cider, all Of which he makes into
vinegar this fall. Apples are very plenty
worth 81 20 per Dbl, TRAMP.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1879-10-21

NORTH PARIS. B. Richardson has
raised 2fG bushels of sound corn this year.
The early frost in September did grca.
damage to late corn in this vicinity.
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