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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

SUMNER.-The season for church fair:
aud literary entertainments has arrived
The Congregational Society has added to
their funds by dramatic and literary en-
tertainment recently in which w. III. East
man and wife of Auburn rendered valuable
assistance. 1t was, as usual, successful
effort, and the object worthy one.
The Baptist Society will have similar
entertainment on Wednesday evening, De-
cember 18th, when all present will no
doubt be well entertained and richly enjoy
the mental and physical feast. The object,
to procure funds for the new organ. A
drama, refreshments, etc., are some Of the
attractions.
Messrs. Marshall Irish have recently
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

taken from the river and loaded on the
cars at East Sumner, over 800 cords Of
poplar for the pulp mill at Yarmouth. 1t
was difficult experiment, on account OF
low water, but perseverance and pluck ac-
complished the job.
RIA. Mute is prepared to do an Increased
amount OF business In his dowel works rs
soon as good Shedding affords an opportu.
nifty for hauling In birch.
Mr.. Charles II. Durham OF East Sumner
recently slaughtered an eight months Old
pig that dressed 342 pounds. Some very
good porkers have been killed OF late. and
the price of produce is encouraging to farm
ers generally.
Certain parties that have engaged nice
apples at So per barrel, fail TO take them
away, and many who packed their apples
for them have them on hand, subject to de
cav. SLOCUM.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

A. N. Gerry adveitises his line of Hol-
iday goods, this week. He has large
and elegant stock. His advertisement
calls full attention to the special goods on
hand. 1t may be as well, however, to
suggest to our readers that they examine
carefully his stock of toilet sets, just i'm
ported, and for sale at lower prices than
ever. 1t does not seem possible that such
fine goods can be sold for the money
charged. A splendid line of pocket cut
lery, scissors, &C., and Of bird cages in
every design, should also attract atten-
ton. Gerry has larger stock than ever,
and says he will sell, if the people will
come in and say what they want.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
A HOUSE OF ILL-REPUTE.
IFrom Pecks sur. ,

FROM itNk sun
The most amusing entertainment that Is
now on the boards in the nited States Is
the farce that i being played at Washing
ton, Guilty or Not Guilty or, Is the Whelp
insane" The farce is AZ Cox Theatre, and
an actor named Guiteau appears in the IL
tie role. supported by al amateur named
Scoyile. District Attorney COrkhill Is
The stage manager aud Judge Cox Is the
prompter The audience i frequently
convulsed with laughter, and applause
that almost amounts 20 an encore i IRE
guent. In a city where but few weeks
400 every citizen was in mourning, weep
ing crocodile tears, II seems strange that
so many can be found 10 laugh at the an.
tics OF a beast. but people who are sad AZ
the spectacle should remember that there
are more loafers 10 Washington than In
any CITY on the continent, and a. the most
OF them are dead broke. aud can't get into
a two-shilling matinee, IL is natural for
them 20 turn 20 prayer meetings or asSas'
siaat:ou trials FOR amusement. While
they are IN court they watch the proceed
ing for places 10 laugh, forget their sor-
rows, and do not worry where the next
meal Is coming from. They are mostly
.office-seekerS, many OF them cranks like
the prisoner, and we hope the people OF
the country will not Judge Washington
society by the newspaper reports OF the
hilarious actions OF the lrequenters OF
that court. But the police ought 10 pail
the place as disorderly house OF III re-
pute.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
OXFORD COUNTY LOCALS.

ANpovER, Dec. S.-we are having lit
tie furry OF snow and sleet; not enough
for good sleIghlpg, though quite Is many
ride with sleighs as with wagons.
Logging crews are anxiously looking Tor
snow to take large amounts VI yarded tim
Der to the landings.
II. d. Abbott sold at auction to-day his
stock and farming tools, having exchanged
his farm for c. w. Hodgman's store, occu'
pied by II. NJ. Hodgman and with whom
he Is to continue In trade.
Miss Lizzie Gregg died Nov. cath OF ty'
phoid pneumonia, after several weeks liz
ness.
Geo. Huse has added story to his house
and newly painted 1t; 1t makes gooo
showing.
This is the season OF accidents and worse
from falling trees. Peter Powers, esq, oil
Bethel, was killed recently from falling
tree. MORE ASoN.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

CANTON comes In mild anu
pleasant. Teams crossed the river on the
ice at Canton Point for the irst time for
the season on Monday, Nov. 2sth. On
Wednesday the weather became so warm
as TO make the ice unsafe, and as heavy
loaded team from Mexico was crossing
they broke through, but being near the
shore were rescued with only good wet
ting. Since that time no crossing has been
done with teams. Work on the bridge
across the river is progressing finely.
J. W. Jones & Co. have put up at their
factory at this place about one hundred
aud eighty thousand cans OF corn and
about frly thousand cans OF pumpkin.
They are now labelling cans and preparing
to close up business. Some OF the farmers
have got over flny dollars TO the acre for
their corn. 1t Is expected that larger
area OF corn will be planted next season
than was this, with less pumpkins.
Mr.. Willis OF West Paris has just com
pleted 4 nice school house at the MIL VII
lsge. Canton Steam Mill Co. are erecting
a two story dwelling on the same street.
II Is hoped another season a plank side
walk will be laid between the two villages
the distau e being abo ut one and fourth
miles.
Miss Abbie c. Bicknell's new Fancy
Goods Store, near the bridge, is well filed
with everything that Is useful and orna-
mental Parents that are blessed with
large families OF girls can buy their hair
/ pins there by the gross or bushel.
/ w. l.. Adkins i also among the new
business firms. He has Just opened meat
market In the cheese factory building, so
called.
Miss Nettie Rich ardson, Canton's Young
artist. has Just completed hne crayon
picture, life size, OF little two years old
daughter OF c. O. Holt. and also OF Mrs.
Fannie Gilbert, which il pronounced by all
10 be llfe,like and done In an artistic man
ner.
The Good Templars Lodge that was or
| gained here few weeks ago is flourish
ing finely; membership increasing.
A fue black billy goat, ,reH trained, APP
/ pears in our streets daily. II has been
/ limited by some OF the MasonS' wives that
belong 10 the Good Templars Lodge, that
this goat might be used there, but 1t is
hard 10 cheat au old Mason that has car
ried the bod and rode around the ring.
SECoR.
The Levi ston Journal says that Mr..
L. B. Lane, 4 graduate OF Bowdoin, 81,
has Just finished successful term ofsehooi
a, Canton, and has been engaged for an
other term
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

\ INV PHASE uF rHE INSANITY BV>i-
NJ, The Tribune remarks that the Gul-
teau trial has produced some legal anoma-
les. but none more amusing perhaps than
The appearance OF the prisoner yesterday
o., a witness 10 identify letters tending 20
prove his own insanity. IL Guiteau Is SO
insane that he did not know Il was wicked
% commit a murder, he can hardly have a
sane notion OF the nature OF an oath. II
he is capable Of giving rational testimony,
the average citizen viii wonder how II can
De possible that he : not rational enough
- know that shooting man down IN cold
blood was not an Inspiration OF the Deity.
IL is important 20 remember, in consider
inc this phase OF the case, that the claim
IS not one Of temporary insanity, which
might leave Guiteau free 70 commit muir
d-rS In july and conduct bis own defence
ami De sworn on his own behalf In Noyem-
Der. but one OF hereditary and permanent
INSANITY. l. he ShoGld escape conviction
or this ground. amer having acted o his
own counsel aud own witness, We might,
perhap~. see new form OF criminal prac-
i.ce. The old and exhausted plea OF tempo
rarv insanity would DE dropped. aud In is
place We should. have hereditary insanity,
with the privilege reserved 20 the prisoner
OF speaking and testfyins IN his own be-
half
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
Nonresident Inxcs.

In the town Of Dixdrll, in the County Of OK
ford ard State OF Mainr, for the wear lssi
The following li-r of taxes on real e-tale OF non
resident owucr- In the town OF Disheid. fnr tho
year irSl, in bills committed to u. \ tAkNF X.
Collector OF taxes Of Aid town. On the SIN
day of Aug lssO, has been returned by him tn
me 10 remaining unpaid on the - day OF >'p'
1881 b. his certificate Of that date AMI remains
unpaid and notice /. herrby given that II The said
taxes. inief,,t aud charges are not paid into the
Treasury of the said town, within eighteen
months from ,hrdaie OF the commitment OF tie said
bills, so much OF the real estate taxed So VIII be
sufficient 10 paw the amount due therefor including
interest and charges will without further notice r.
sold At plblc "a ii ~ at the MGrjle Wo <, II
Holt 4 STANLEY, In .irl town, on the 18th day OF
Feb, i-sl a. 10 o'c.Cc. =. IA.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
Years Money handled. Losses. loss

II viii be seen that the losses Of the Gov
eminent were the highest during Demo
cratic Administrations in time Of peace
S7.52 per one thousand dollars handled un-
der Jackson. and Sill under VanBuren
while under the Republican Administra-
tions the losses were only - cents per
one thousand dollars handled under Lin
coin in time Of war. ~ cents under Grant
and less than one mill under Hayes. Demo
cratic papers who are accustomed to talk
about " Republican corruption would do
we'll 20 consult the Official 1gures.-Le,cis-
ION JSuTEGi.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

OXFORD. f C. Andrews esq, OF Read
field. has recently opened the Law Office
formerly occupied by Geo. Hazen.
Village schools commenced last Mon
day under charge OF w. 7. Adams, Miss
Doten. and Miss PendeXter.
Edgar Everett is building n blacksmiths
shop on lake street.
A dancing school commenced at cheese
factory hall last Monday evening under
direction of Mr. Gee of Bridgton.
W. A. Emery Is to commence 4 singing
school in grammar school room this Fri
day evening.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
No. BRIperoN. Me. Dec. s. 1881

To The Editor OF the oxford Democrat:
Inmy communication, Bridgton Acad-
envy" In the DEMOCRAT OF the 9Th, there
are two errors that are fatal defects TO
the sense.
The types make me say "there were
nearly $50 scholars the pas, term" IL should
be the first term. They also say new
chapel costing 900 dollars; IL should
read !. 500 dollars.
Please note the correction.
Yours Truly,
GEo 3 FARN>wORrH.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

BuCKrIELD.-The winter term OF the
Buckheld High School is prospecting un-
der the instruction of Prof. Z. A. Daniels.
The only son OF Doctor and Mrs. Caid'
well, aged two years, died on Thursday
last. They have the heartfelt sympathy
OF the entire community.
Mr.. Il. l.. Donman, dealer In conin'
and caskets, has recently put out a he"
sign which for beauty and neatuess Is prob
ably superior to anything in the village
1t was painted by Mr.. Chas. A. Young
which fact alone is sufficient guarantee o.
its superiority.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

MINISTER HA1fLIN IN PARIS.-A Paris
despatch states that Hon. Hannibal Ham
lin, United States Minister 70 Spain, on
Wednesday paid visits 70 President Grevy
and NJ. Gambetta, both Of whom received
Mr.. Hamila with great cordially, aud
cOnsrs tulated him upon the part he took
in The events leading 20 the abolition OF
slavery IN the United States. They also
dwelt upon the sympSthies Of France for
the United States, and said they hoped 10
see the friendly relations between the two
sister Republics drawn still closer.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
THE CENSUS.

The census for lSS0 is nearly completed
The revised and corrected returns OF pop
ulstion show the following TO be accurate
Alabama. .262 sos; Arizona, 40.4+o; AT
Kansas. s02. SIS; California, s64.69i; Col
orado. 1857; Connecticut, 622''oo; pa
kots. 1911; Delaware, lt6,6Os; District
OF Columbia, l.7,624; Florida, 269,+9J ;
Ceor-ia. I So. $50 Idaho, 81. Go; llL,S.Oli.
81: Indiana. 1875, sol; Iowa, l.62t,6l5;
kansas. 996 O96: Kentucky. l.6ts go
Iouisiane. ESQ .946; Maine, SIS, $50; Mary
land qSt.94S Massachusetts, l,1s5,Os9
Michigan. l.CG6.937; Minnesota So
--s. Mississippi. l,lSl591; Missouri, q
le>. $50: Montana, 29.l59; Nebraska, 49,
40s: Nevada. % 266 New Hampshire, $40
q9i New Jersey, l,lSl,ll6; New Mexico
40 sos: New York, 5,0s2,S7l; North Car
olina. l.Sg9. go: Ohio, S,l9s.o62; oregon
IL. -6>: Pennsylvania, 4,@S%,o9l; Rhode
island. 276.55I; South Carolina, S95,5''
Tennessee. l.542,Sj9; Texas, l59l.1+9
I-tah. l4Sgf3. Vermont, S52 2S6; Virgin
ia. l5l2.565: Washington, LIE; West
virgins. tIS4jI: Wisconsin. l,5l5,49,
wyoming. -O.7s9. Grand total, 80, l55, IS.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

-Noyes Drug Store, Norway, is the
largest and best known establishment Of
It's kind in this section. Under the able
management OF a. Williamson, 1t has
los, none of its old time popularity. A
new hard wood floor has just been laid
in the store. and other improvements
made in order to accommodate the holt
day trade. Over one thousand dollars
worth of holiday goods are in stock, and
purchasers will do well 10 see them.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
Newspaper Decisions.

I. Any person who takes . paper regularly ~
rom the ofhee-whether directed 70 ms name ~
snofher's. or whether he has subscribed or not
is responsible for the payment ,.,,
?. Il person orders his paper disconnnueu,
he must pay al urcarages, or the puoitsner may
continue 10 send II until payment 10 made, eau
collect the whole amount, whether tne paper 40
taken from the ONCE or not.
5. The Courts have decided thstrefnsng 70 axe
nswspapers and periodicals rom the pcst once,
OF removing and leaving them uncalled tor' ~
Vrtraa Tacse evidence OF fraud.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

The ills which flesh IL heir to are more
often due to impurities in the blood than
is generally supposed. The publication
OF this vital fiud enables the system TO
ward off its worst enemies. There Is no
doubt that Hoods Sarsaparilla Is one OF
the best blood purifiers In the world, aud
we feel confident that those who give 1t a
trial will not be disappointed.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

OK THIRTY DAYS TRIAL.-we Will send
DIR. Dyes celebrated Electro Voltaic Belts
and other Electric Appliances on trial for
thirty days tn young men and older persons
who are afflicted with Nervous Debility,
Lost Vitality, etc, guaranteeing speedy
relief and compete restoration OF vigor and
manhood. Also for Rheumatism, Neuralgia,
Paralysis, Liver aud Kidney Difficulties,
Ruptures, and many other Diseases. Illus
trated pamphlet sent free. Address Voltaic
Belt Co., Marshall, Mich.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

PARis.-Quite a delegation from Paris
Hin made q surprise visit upon Rev. Mr..
Hooper, at Norway, last week. Rawson's
big team went down loaded with people
and goods. II was genuine surprise To
Mr. Hooper, and he acknowledge the good
things and social time in a hearty manner.
Mr.. Hooper makes an excellent pastor for
the uuiycrsalis, churches at Norway and
Paris.
Next Tuesday evening there will be a so.
ciable al the Baptist Vestry. An Interest
ing programme to include music aud games
has been arranged for the occasion. All
are cordially invited to attend.
Arrangements are being made FOR Christ
mas exercises 10 both churches. We I'M
derstand that each will have a tree.
Iniversalist Social Circle will meet with
Mrs. Giles, Wednesday evening, Dec. lith.
Invitation Is extended 10 all.
There have been large number OF re-
moysls Of late. Fred York has removed
TO the rent recently vacated by Chandler
Garland w l.. Farrsr takes the rent va
Gated by Stacy. The York rent Is still
vacant. Mr. Hopkins has removed his
family from Milton, to the rent in Wal
lace Cummings house. Mr. Lawrence has
moved from the Ktene Building 10 Mr.
Woodbury's, where Farrar formerly lived
and O. Fuller has moved from North Pari,
to the Kcene Building. J. b. Andrews has
moved TO the house he purchased OF Hiram
Hubbard.
one day last week over 500 slcds were
set up and sent 10 the paint rooms OF Paris
Hill MFG Co. Four days, over 500 pei
day were sent up, making the product for
the week considerably over 5000 Tn,
sleds this season. are more elegant than
ever. and I, seems impossible 10 make q
prettier or better article
/ The Uuiversali>t Sunday School will have
their Christmas Concert and Tree AZ thelT
church on Christmas Eve. All who would
ike TO hang presents on the tree are in
ylted to Join them.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
The Grind Trunk has issued sp,

The Grand Trunk has issued spec
ial orders to It's conductors not to receive
return or excursion tickets day after
the time on their face has expired. A
return ticket good for four days is sold
from So. Paris to Portland for sails, and
has heretofore carried a passenger both
ways when he chose to use it. Hereafter
travellers will be limited to the time
stated on the face OF all tickets. Re-
member this and avoid trorble with the
conductor.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
losses OF GOVERNMENT.

\ Democratic exchange makes the ster-
eOtyped charge that under Republican Ma
tiOual Administrations the amOant OF losses
90 the Government by defaicatiOns and
thefts - constantly increasing. The
charge j. untrue, a. viii be seen by the toll
lowing statement from the Official reports
of the amount OF money handled. the total
losses, and the loss on every $1,000 handled
under each administration
Years Money handled. Losses. Loss
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

S. Richards, jr., the old time jeweler
Of South Paris, presents his holiday an
nouncemen,, this week. He has put in
a large stock Of the most attractive hoh-
day goods, in the line OF gold and silver
aud precious stones. Prices are low for
the quality Of goods.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
NeiDeMeyet

WEI DE MEYERS CATARRH
Cure, q Constitutional Antidote for
this terrible malady, By Absorption.
SPURTS OF disgusting Mucous
SnuEles, Cracking Pains In tho
Head, Fetid Breath, Deafness, ana
any Catarrhal Complaint, can be
exterminatcd by Wei Do Meyers
Catarrh Cure. The most important
Discovery sinoo Vaccination. Othor
remedies may relieve Catarrh, this
cures ut any stage before Coasump-
ton sets IN.
One package generally suiRoeN.
Delivered by Druggists, or By d. q.
Dewey & Co, lS2 Fulton ST., N. Y,
sI.oO complete. Treats oand re-.
-,arkatio statements by tho cured
cS'~i fec.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

We have on hand good stock OF
cardboard. 22x2S inches, in variety Of
colors. There has always been demand
for such cards at the holiday season. but
we have not carried it in stock before.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
Notice OF saIe.

DURsUANT 10 license from The Hon. Judke
l. of Probate for the County ofOxford hall
sell n public auction ~ SATURDAY the seven n
day # Jnnu-ry next nj three O'Clock In the afler-
noon a. T.. T. >tesru,' stare at Lowell Centre n
SAID county all the right tt and interest wh ieh
John J. SieaIns Of Lowell In AID County. an m.
sane person has In and TO tn. following described
real estate situsted in said Lowell yH;-rsrt- OF
lots numbered forty three, forty -four and lorty.
from SLAB Cty see lied, to stOu N an, SOltherly
By laud OF Henry ksni.fou. Westerly b. land
o. David Hartman, ana Mort 1erly by land oil
Gavin IA. stearns.
ID. 1881.
JOSIAH III sTEiRNS,
Canadian.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13
Mason Bros. the Norway hardwa

Mason Bros, the Norway hardware
merchants, do not wish to be passed by
when you are purchasing Holiday goods
They have large stock of stoves and
line Of smaller goods, suitable for presents,
such as plated table cutlery, pocket knives,
pickle Jars, &c., &C., which will be sold
a. lowest market prices. the firm is
sound and reliable.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

-Ex-Gov. Dingley, our new Member
Of Congress, has our thanks for copy of
the Congressional Record Gov Ding
ley drew a good seat, where he can keep
an eye on business, and from which we
predict he will be heard upon Important
questions affecting Maine or the country.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

CoMrLIMrSTAEY.-Judge Frye and
Register Davis of the Probate Court,
paid a high compliment to Mr.. +. c.
Walker at the Probate Court in FryebuTg,
last week. Mr.. Walker succeeds to
Judge Walkers practice in Lowell. The
compliment spoken OF was in regard TO
his probate practice which is rapidly
growing Il was remarked that he kept
his cases closed up and did his business
in a very systematic and regular manner.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

TIE FARMERS INSTITUTE for Oxford Co.
by the Maine Board OF Agriculture, is to
be held on Thursday, Dec. 90, 1881. Full
programme viii be announced hereafter.
4. A. GILBERT, Secretary.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

-Wardwell & Martin of Andover have
put in stock of Holiday Goods. These
young men will wake up Andover or any
other place where they locate.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

MExIco.-Rankins, Young & Co., Gilbert
Hodsdon, Henry S. Raymond and Chas' L..
Hodsdon, all have commenced on their re-
spective jobs and are ready as soon as
snow will permit to begin hauling from
their syards " to the river bank. Rankins,
Young & Co. have purchased the Mott
farm" in Byron, and have built dam
across Swift river on the farm to SLOW
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

ANCHOR BRAND.-A few weeks ago,
in an anticle relating to the Minneapolis
Touring mills, we stated that d. ~ True
OF South Paris, sold the Anchor Brand
made by the Pillsburys. This was an
error. Mr.. True makes the anchor
Brand" patent process -four himself and,
a right good -four it is. We have always
used it in our family, and can heartily
recommend il.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-12-13

TEMPERATURES LAST WEEK AT "a NJ
SUNDAY. 2i-. snow Monday, - snow
Tuesday, 20o clear; Wednesday, -
rain; Thursday, 20 : snow; Friday, ls'
clear: Saturday, ICE, clear.