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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

SOUTH WATERFORD, Feb. 2s.-Sunday,
2od, Rev. n. ID. Center preached quite au
interesting sermon at the NJ. +. Church,
from Romans WILL. Rev. III. III. Osgood
changed desks with Rev. - Goodrich OF
Lowell. Mr.. 0sgood preached at Sweden
in the morning.
An entertainment at Public Hall, Water
ford Flat. is announced for Wednesday
evening, March 3D. when the Waterford
Dramatic Club will present the drama,
Above the Clouds, also the farce, a Love
of Bonnet, the whole TO conclude with
Les Ombres Chinois, or Harlequin In the
Shade. Music by South Waterford Or.
chestra
We hear from l.. X. Nelson, this week,
who-is at Leadyille, Colorado.
Mrs. Sarah Hayes, an old resident OF
this village, Is seriously Ill.
Miss Helen Gerry of Portland will com
mence school in this district (No. p
Monday, March lst.
Mr. {. A. Ford, who has been quite SIGH
the past week, is much improved.
Watson has already made about my
thousand oak slaves. lie Is having sew
eral hundred cords of poplar for boxes
landed in his yard.
Cobb s Ilapgood are saving larg,
amount Of birch into spool strips.
The loggers are returning from the
woods. SON weather-snow pretty thin
There was large party present at the
| Band Sociable. which was held at Villag,
Hall Tuesday evening, Feb. "a. An oyster
supper was served in the dining hall above
by the ladies'. AMER supper, about twenty
couples enjoyed dancing for an hour. Mu-
sic by kimbalrs Orchestra, Elbridge z.
kimball prompter.
Mrs Calvin Houghton is sick OF lung
fever, though not dangerously, we under
stand.
The L. NJ. came a. near getting fox this
week as Smith did being governor-ran Jor
hin, t,co consecutive terms aud did not &c,
him.
The weather for the past week has rather
wilted the snow. TRAMP.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

SoUrH PARIS, Feb. 25.-Our band, which
sprang into existence some three months
ago. is prospering finely under its effective
leader. Mr.. Hall IL numbers twenty-five
members, all jealous workers. Last Mon
day evening they serenaded our friend
Carsley and lady, at the Andrews House,
and diseoursed some very acceptable
music. They were treated TO fine Turkey
supper by our hostess, Mrs. Andrews,
and all felt that sit was good to be there.
Quite a large number of friends were
present 20 offer their congratulations, and
enjoy the evening with Mr.. and Mrs. c.,
and at its close, all pronounced 1t pleas
ant time, such rs can occur only on GER
tain occasions
The same evening the older people and
some OF the younger, were entertained at
the Cong. church, by Rev. Mr.. Mariner OF
Auburn. who gave US an Instructive and
pleasing lecture on Sightseeing in Eu-
rope" Mr.. NJ. is man OF marked ability,
one who has travelled extensively, and who
is capable of telling what he has seen. His
remarks were replete with humor, and
MANY an incident brought peals of laugh
ter from his audience. This was the first
lecture of course, the next viii be given
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02
OXFORD COUNTY LOCALS.

ALBANY, Feb. 20.-0ur district schools
have mostly closed, and have been quite
successful; some OF them are being sup
plemented BY private schools. Miss Adria
Dresser, who is an experienced and sue
cessful teacher, Is engaged for several
weeks in District No. 2, her native district.
Roland A. Cross of Denmark, who taught
successfully in District No. 3, il retained
several weeks in the same district.
The thaw and rain of this week followed
by the edge of venner's ''cold snap" has
male plenty of ice aud slues, and rendered
travelling somewhat dangerous for fast
drivers. As Mr.. aud Mrs. Aspinwall and
her niece were riding, and turning cor
ner the sleigh slned aud tipped partly
over, throwing Mr.. and Mrs. A. upon the
fee. Mrs. A. received a hard bruise on her
head near the temple, one arm was badly
sprained aud quite shock upon the whole
system. As she has been In feeble health
some time this i quite unfortunate. Mr.
A. escaped with few bruises The young
lady succeeded in keeping the sleigh right
side up with care" and seizing the reins
drew mp the horse and saved further
disaster.
John A. Upton was recently thrown
from his sleigh. dislocating one shoulder.
A few evenings since one OF our neigh
bors. after having read an account OF an
adroit burglary, retired TO his bed chamber
without a light. As his Imagination was
considerably excited, he thought he would
lust draw the curtain and by moonlight
have an eve out for burglars, and in the
dim light discovered man OF about his
own size apparently just emerged from a
closet. He bravely challenged the intruder
and ordered him 10 ''clear out" OF his
house The intruder seemed 10 bid def
ance, by staring him in the face. At this,
our neishbor doubled his sSt and event for
him" with a vengeance; but instead of
breaking the burglars nose, he smashed a
large looking glass that had recently been
hung there without his knowledge. The
family were 80 much amused at the adyen-
ture that they don't mind the loss OF the
looking glass, and the brave hero OCCASION
ally looks at his knuckleS on that Big .6St
that gave the fatal tlo,r, l..
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

c. b. Smith had quite lively time last
Friday, while cut driving. The fastening
that held the arms became loosened on one
side, and dropped 50 that the horses legs
struck them, which caused the horse to
run. Mr.. Smith tried his best to stop the
frightened animal, but 10 no purpose; so
turning his horse aside dashed ut 240 speed
through the field, until one rein broke, and
finally brought up against the broad side
of the house, with but very little damage.
laundering Is rather duh this winter. as
there is but one buyer at the village, Angus
tine Ingalls,, who has quite a yard OF
stave timber OF different kinds.
Oxen are not selling very quick-about
the same as last fall; and other stock
about the same.
Hay not very plenty, and worth sixteen
dollars per ton. Potatoes, i0cts. per BUSH
el.
The schools are nearly all closed for the
winter, aud as a whole have been very
profitable. The school in district No. 3
closed Feb. eth, after n term OF thirteen
weeks, taught by Preston w. Charles Of
Lowell, graduate of Pennington normal
school. Mr.. Charles is a flrst-class teacher
in every sense, who not only brings his
normal training into practice, but asso-
ciates with IL natural abilities of the high
est order. Tie possesses one trait Of
character very essential, the faculty of
winning the love and respect of his schol-
ars, and interesting them in their studies,
SO that all work together for one common
object.
1t is very sickly in town, mostly lung
troubles, or severe colds ehecting the
whole system.
Town meeting i very quiet, but "Still
waters run deep, think is practiced, and
the prospect is, that three parties will
take the Held, and IL they do, we shall
have lively, If not lovely times.
Now AND THEN.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

PMIs-Mr. Barrows has leased the
blacksmith shop of 5. p. Stearns on Lin
coin Street. and is not located on fremont
street, as reported last week. Mr.. b. says
he flnis-plenty of work at hand.
The residence of Mr.. +. IL. Marble was
nearly destroyed by fire, last week. \ de-
fective fiue allowed fire 10 communicate
with the woodwork about the chimney.
BY the prompt application of water, the
flames were extinguished with slight
damage.
The last assembly, Friday night, was a
grand success. Over one hundred couples
attended and danced till tired. These as
semblies have been very pleasing source
OF amusement 20 the young people, this
winter. and have been conducted in very
excellent manner.
There is talk of repeating ''our Mutual
Friend"-a good idea.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

TIME undersigned. ADMINISTRATIVE OF the estate
i Or Lindley W. Pendex,er, late Of Porter In
the County OF Oxford, deceased, by virtue OF 9
licene from The Judge OF Probate within and ioI
said County OF Oxford. will sell at public auction
on saturday, March 20, A. ID. 1880, ut ten O'Clock
q. m, IN the premises. AL the right, title and
interest Of which aald Lindley W. Pendextcr died
seized and possessed la aud 20 the following de
scribsd real estate, VITA certain tract Of land
situate Ia Hiram In said county, and bounded
porthby land of Daniel Ciemons, east by the Old
road ,eadiug by the dwelling house OF AIdrich n.
Ciem,ns and land OF Alexander Cotton. south by
land brmerly owned by William Cotton and Caleb
Clemens. and west by Ten Mile Brook; also . lol
Of lald situate IN Porter Aforesaid, and bounded
north by land OF X. L. Chapman, east and south
BY Land of Daniel j. Fox. and west by land OF
Georgs +. Stacy: also one.half In common aud
undty lied II certain tract Of land In tad Porter
bounded on the north by land OF II. l.. Chapman
east by land Of A. II. Mason, south by land Of
James Garland and west by land Of Daniel Fox
also onr-half 10 common aud unds ided OF . Ger.
tain tract Of land sltpate 10 said Porter. and
bounded northrrIy by land Of A. II. Mason. east
crly bv land OF Isaac B. Sawyer. southeriy by
lands Of A. Chapman and Joseph Stanley, and
westerly BY lands Of Charles X. Garland and
James Garland; said lAst three described lots be-
ing subject to the right Of dover Of Olive J. Pen
dexter, widow OF said Lindley w. Pendextef.
OLIVE J. PENDEXrER, Adminis'x
Of the estate Of Lindley W. Pendexter,
Porter, Feb Is, 1880.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

CANTON, Feb. 2S-We are having fine
weather OF late, aud If we don't have some
snow soon the sleighing will be gone.
The concert given by the Band was a
success. A large crowd was present, and
after the concert there was a social dance.
1t was pretty foggy here Thursday, all
day, and in the evening Fogg blew his
horn 70 a large crowd in Central Hall He
was very enthusiastic in his speech, and II
one could believe all he said, was appar-
entity very truthful and earnest. But TO a
person posted aud unprejudiced in the
late campaign, his speech throughout was
a self-praising one, and naught but slur
on the republican party.
The old +. b. Smith engine, which has
been standing in the yard for several years,
is being loaded on car, and will be taken
To Portland. COMPOSING STICK.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

ANDOvER-We have had two light
snow storms the past week, and asprinkle
for a rain storm. Snow enough feu for
good logging and sleighins.
The school closed in Dist. No.3, Friday,
goth, with a capital exhibition Thursday
evening. doing credit 70 teacher and pupils.
Farmers have secured good crop OF
ice. That custom i becoming quite gen
eral now, when but few years ago it
was not considered an article OF luxury,
and necessity.
Many loads OF potatoes are going of at
3 cts. buShel. =
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02
next Tuesday evening, by Rev. Hcnr.
Bolster, of Everett. Mass. \.

Bolster, Of Everett. Mass. n.
We are very much pleased to learn that
the musical and dramatic entertainment,
presented at Odd Fellows Hall on Thurs
day evening last, by the South Paris Band
and Dramatic Club, was a decided success.
The drama was pronounced by So ,erlor
judges to be the most interesting of any
ever PLAYED In the county. Mr.. Geo. w.
Brown as Johnathan Wild Butts, fairly
out did himself. He kept the house in a
roar continually, and was one ofthe ''stars"
of the evening. Miss Morse, as "Dilly,"
played with the case and grace OF profess
sional In fact, the players couldn't have
been better, and the Band,--we were hap
PLY disappointed. Their music was keel
lent, showing the good drilling of their
Leader and Director, Mr.. Hall. One of
the most interesting features Of the even
ing was the Cornet Solo, by Master Frank
Knapp. lie is boy only eleven years old.
He PLAYS BIB cornet and is giving the old
players hard row TO hoe. The house was
crowded and perfect order and good atten-
ton prevailed.
A large number of the citizens have re-
quested that the evenings programme be
repeated, and we learn that they will pre-
sent the same drama, with the laughable
farce 1.-The Inquisitive Darkey" in addition,
by Messrs. Brown and Wilson. The band
will be in attendance with new music. The
entertainment comes of on Friday evening,
March 5th. Admission, 90 cents; children,
10 cents. =. & G.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

BYRON, Feb. 25.-The famous "Dr.
Royce" who healed y all the sick in this
vicinity, and relieved them OF over $50,
il is reported, sold the team he hired OF j.
A. Pressey AT Fryeburg, AFTER getting $50
out Of that town for a defective highway.
Whatever his success during the past
month, hope the ''Dr." may permanently
locate AT the Estate Hotel"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02
NOTICE. OF ForecIosure.

VITHEREAS. Orlando G. Housh,ou OF Wood
w stock in the County of oxford and State Of
Name, by his decd Of mortgage dated the LIST day
OF January, AID. 1879. and recorded In Oxford Reg
isny OF Deeds. book Is,, page 40. conveyed "a
Thomas L. Hayes and Robert Douglass OF Port
land, In the County Of Cumberland and State o
Maine, partners In business, under the name oil
Hayes & Douglass. the following described rea
estate situated IN Greenwood In the County oil
Oxford and being one undivided half OF the north
erly half Of lot numbered u in the sixth range
together with the gore annexed, containing sixty
i've acres, more or leSs; also one undivided hal
Of the south half OF lot numbered twelve In the
sixth range; said land being In the northerly part
OF said Greenwood. excepting and re-erving ter
acres decided TO Catherine German; and whereas
l. the ssid Robert Douglass, the surviving partner
Of SAIL Thomas X. Hayes, hereby claim torcclos
ure OF the same, agreeshiv to the statutes made
and provided. ROBERT DOUGLASS.
Portland Feb. &C, isS0.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

Owing to the rush of spring print
ing, some of our correspondents have been
neglected. They should not feel discour-
aged. All will receive more prompt at.
tention hereafter.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02
Commissioners Notice.

T1NIlE undersigned Comm issioneTs OF Insolven.
J. sy upon The estate OF James 2. Stevens, late
Of Fry eburE in the County of oxford. deceased.
give notice thatthey will ~ all times allowed by
law, receive AMI decide upon the claims against
said estase, at the store OF Geo. II. Moore In Low
ell village, 10 said County and especially appoint
the last Saturday Of May and OF June OF lss0,
a. 10 a. ~, and said store. ~ the times and place
therefor. T.. G.. KIMBALL.
GEORGE ii. MOORE.
Lowell Frb q. ISL
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

We should be pleased to receive
copies Of town reports, or abstracts from
them for publication. The standing of
each town is matter of public interest.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

BETHEL, Feb. 95.-Owing TO some mis-
understanding, the Fair and supper which
was advertised 10 come of on the evening
of March 81, has been postponed till
Thursday evening, March ith, 1880, at the
Barden House Admission free. Supper,
% cts c.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

As an endorsement Of fraud, the
Paris Town meeting was not success.
The fusionists, after caucus only polling
ia votes, when they cast 297 for Gov
ernor last September.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

NORTH FARIs.-The Juvenile Templars
of North Paris had sleigh ride to West
Sumner on Tuesday last. They visited the
Lodge of Little Templars, and after passing
pleasant evening had ajolly ride home by
moonlight. ID.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

DENMARK.-we have had quite thaw,
and last week our roads were a perfect
sheet OF ice, except now and then bare
spot; but we have had some four inches
Of snow which makes good sleighing
again.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02
MARRIED.,

In Buckleld. Feb. IS. by Rev. L. A. Freeman
Prentiss Cummings, etq, OF BOSTON, and Misi
Annie ID. Snow, Of Cambridge, Mass.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02
Freedom Notice.

r THIS day rellnqulsh 70 my son, Clarence u
i Bracket, tho remainder OF his minority, and
shall claim none OF his earnings nor pay any o.
his debts after ny date
witness-P. II. MADDEN.
California. Jan. 10, lsso.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

Owing to the town meeting, we have
not issued the DEMOCRAT till Tuesday,
this week.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

The New York State Convention de-
clared for Grant. Pennsylvania and New
York give him a pretty good send off.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

FRYEBURG.-A large quantity of birch
and oak is being hauled TO Fellows and the
steam MILL The Fryeburg steam mill has
run through large lot Of pine logs, aud is
not done vet.
Several hundred cords OF wood are being
hauled 10 the railroad.
Fryeburg Academy spring term opened
this week with abont fny scholars. \ dc
eided change for the better.
The Portland Packing Co. is making cans
for the canning seasons supply at theii
factory.
\ O. Pike is building 4 shook shop IN
connection with Fellows steam mill. II Is
nearly finished.
A. +. Lewis has been attending the
Tonrjie reunion in Boston this past week.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02

HANovER.-The village school In Han
over is now in session, under the faithful
instruction OF Mr.. +. A. Perkins Of Andoy-
or. Mr. z. Is ono OF those teachers whom
natural adaptation and liberal education
combined, qualify for the profession he has
chosen, as visit TO his school viii testify.
= T.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02
8 PER CENT. The . ,ss::r' 2

hire 81 1000 or - 01o % good real estate se
curity. Persons having money to loan, shoulc
apply Immediately. GEO. III. WATKINS.
Paris, Maine, Feb II. lss0.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-03-02
DIED.

In No. Waterford. Feb. Il. Mrs. Eliza Greene,
widow OF the late Thomas Greene, esq.. OF paral'
ysis.
In Portland. Feb. IL, Chas. Z. Humphrey, son.
in.law Of Luther Houghtou, esq, OF So. Water.
ford His remains were buried st Elm Vale
Gene terry, So. Waterford, Sunday, Feb. IS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1880-02-17
ljG-IH EREs'TTEES.

Tho Tegu!sF monthly mooiing Of the \. ID. q.
u. viii tc h"I4 10 night in the classroom OF the
N. X. Church.
henry Dudley, colorot. VINO escaped from,
tho chain garg some time ago, was recspturod
to-day.
A handsome monument built by Dir. VIM.
Chauncey, was placed in position to-day St the
grave yard near Sharon Chapel. across Cameron
lun, over tho remains of the two children Of
Mr.. Samuel Pullman. who wers killed by tho
explosion Of bomb sholl in 1865.
The were no cases at the Mayors or msgis-
rates Offices to-day.
The colored Reform Club have ordered new
badges. to be printed on blue ribbon, and in
acribed "Alexandria Reform Climb No. ="
There sre about forty hands employed nj the
ship yard. Ii looks little like old times
Tho Potomac Ferry Company are having q
new steamer built at tho Wilmington, Del,
ship yard.
Tho prospect for An abundant supply Of her
ring the coming season is good.
Tho large brick dwelling on Washington
street, between Cameron and Queen streets,
recently purchased by MIR, Joseph Broders, is
being thoroughly repaired
The republicans of the city are making ar.
rsngemenis for the reorganization Of the party.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1880-02-17

nay NOTWITHSTANDING tho very great ad-
vance in the price Of leather and cost of Boots
and Shoes wo will sell our entire stock of Fall
and Wintor BOOTS and SHOES at small ad.
vance ovor cost, in order 70 reduce our stock.
All in want will save money by calling on us
before purchasing. We have largo stock of
Ladies' and Gentlomen's Fine Boots and Shoes
which cannot DO surpassed in style, durability
and price.
feb w. B. WADDEY, 40 King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1880-02-17
To THE pITEJ1G

movsl Of their late conrad es in arms from the
U. 5. cemetery TO Christ Churchyard, have
performed that duty. There remains on hand a
surplus of ST. which they have deposited with
Col. Arthur Norbert (of the firm of Burke &
Herbert, bankers, who has kindly consented to
set ss Treasurer as a nucleus upon which to
found fund sufficient TO erect an appropriate
shaft, at the intersection of Prince and Wash.
ington streets. to the memory of our oaon imme-
daio Confederate dead. who left this city and
ne'ghborhood. and laid down their lives in q
cause they held doar 10 their hearts.
all persons who desire TO contribute TO this
laudabe object, land 1t is earnestly hoped all
may will please hand or send the same 10 Col.
Horbort, who will duly acknowledge it.
feb 1-3Lnof" THE COMMITTEE,
Fapers friendly please cony.1
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1880-02-17

LAND SALEs.--Thc following lnnh vas sold
at FsnI'x {. H.. yesterday. by decree OF court:
i rrac. nonr BuIke's Station, on the Virginia
hliilaad Railroad, in Two paris, at $3.50 and
Sl4 80 ner acre, 10 a. Harrison; farm near
Great Falls $50 acres, at $3.50. TO Thomas
Peacock, also tho kiuchcoo farm, at Pohlck,
81 acrcr, ATS per aero. to James Grimsloy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1880-02-17

STARTED AFTER PAGE WALLACE SHERIFF
Haruthois, of lecsburg, accompanied By g
deputy, started his morning for HagcrstnWn,
Md, Tor Page Wallace. tho negro rayishcr,
c0Dti1ed in isiI at that place. lilo will be
brought back 70 l.ecanrg by tho most Gircos
route, snd placed in jail there to await lia trial
for tnrpgcs on two white ladies'.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1880-02-17
DEAD AND THEN ACT.

All persons having BEER BOTTLES of any
brand coming from our store will plessesond them
or notify us at once and We will call for them.
We desire to balance our bottle account with
The Brewery, and must have the bottles return
ed in order to do it,
feb 10 GEO. MCKINNEY e. SON
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1880-02-17

kNiGHTs OF rY1mAs. --Mcssrs Oscar Il.
Haesctt, Of Mechanics Lodge No. .. and Luth,
@r u. Harrison, OF Oriental Lodge No. G, and
Vim. II. May, Grand PROBATE, left this mornine
ioG Iynchburg, 10 attend tho meeting of tho
Grand Lpdec OF Knights Of I'ythias Of the
U6itcd States, which commences its session 10
that city to night o. s o'clock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1880-02-17

IMPROVEMENTS. The lmprtvcmlnt at ;ll
Virginia M!dlaud depot, which huvo been ia
n'ugG"s1 Irr aaiGn time. havo been Completed -
NHrr" ih" Oh reception room st0ui there u
nrW 2 ehmihoh'hu! baggage rOGlil. and Shlth Of
iilS !.!" two rGGsli;nn IuGuI, --UnU tor geniio.
rcn and ic nt:ic: i"r i"G,cs ,-72r:,riicd wit!
all Inc m3d ~ impruy, Tho ladies'
room WI! b. E'nniHDmcrIy carp"ttd ard furnish
ed, ami :l.c nrc0mH.a,:s ions Afforded, will bc
iancn boiler than ever before.