Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1880-05-28


VERGKSNEs-A new line of curb stone is
being laid along the sidewalk in front OF
Shcrman's block under the direction of
Charles Stone, mason. 1t is the intention to
have new stone walk laid in front of the
business blocks en- Main street soon-a much
needed improvement and one which will add
much TO the comfort of pedestrians.
John o. Mott has secured a position as
clerk at the Lee House, at Port Henry, and
assumes his duties there at once.
Willie Hawkins and Edwin Dalrymple
are about to start a meat market at Port
Henry, in Watson's block.
The name of c. W. Wicker of North
Ferrisburgh is spoken of for Side Judge,
rs is also that of Carleton Stevens. In this
connection an excellent suggestion seems TO
be gaining ground, that one of the Side
Judges bc retained so as to have one of them
at least with more experience, which VIII
add much to their ability to fulfil the duties
of their office. Whether this idea will gain
sufficient strength TO prevail al the coming
County Convention, June 18th, at Middle
bury, remains TO be seen.
Charles Lebeutf is making extensive re-
pairs and Improvements in the house OF Mrs
T. G.. Warner, on Main street.
The building formerly occupied by Col.
Henderson, jewelry store, is being hastily
fitted up for occupancy by the new bank
which will open June LIST.
s. S Gaines has purchased three more
horses for his livery, bringing them from
York State side. They are fine drivers.
Delbert Smith, for several years the gentle
manly clerk ut the Franklin House in this
city, has accepted a position us clerk at the
Essex junction House, at Essex Junction.
del. has many friends here who Will be
sure to stop over with him when an oppor-
tunity affords 1t is unnecessary TO add he
knows how 10 keep hotel
jesse W. Grandey's pair of black ponies,
Topsy and Daisy. are the best matched and
the mos: nimble and nobby of anything in
the State in the fancy line Of the horse de-
partmcnt.
The contest between the friends OF the
rival Congressional candidates, Mr. Joyce
and Gov Stewart, is warm and earnest.
From present appearances this county will
be about equally divided in their support
The name of l. NJ Trip is mentioned as
a candidate for the office OF High Sheriff
against Col Dunshec the present incumbent,
and although his candidacy is denied, vet ii
is fact that much quiet work is being done
for him in this direction. The name of
Hon f. Z Woodbridge is also mentioned as
Il candidate for the Office OF States Attorney,
against James NJ Slade the present incum-
bent Charles Merrill of Addison seems TO
be leading rs II candidate for county Senator.
On Thursday strange horse, equipped
with bride and blanket, was found turned
loose On the highway in the town OF Panton,
and was brought 10 this city and left for
identification.
The JerDl0ntsr office and press work is
being removed TO more convenient rooms IN
The basement Of the Stevens Block. adjoining
The Post Office The incoming editor, MIR.
George Wilmarth. is a capable and honest
journalist and will fill his new position with
ability.
SwANroN.-A light shower, accompanied
~ terrific thunder and lightning. visited lhis town