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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

PARIs.-The Jailer's residence has been
treated to a coat of paint and full set Of
outside blinds. 1t is now one Of the best
looking houses in the village.
A subscription is being raised for repair
ing the Academy. Our citizens should pay
literally for this object and thus save the
building from decay.
Mr.. Mica Allen, aged 81 years, was bur-
led from the Baptist church last week
He had been resident Of the town fol
over GO years.
DIR. Estes preached an excellent sermon
from Eccl. Mi Ii Remember now thy
creator in the days of thy youth" &C., last
Sabbath. 1t was an expository discourse,
for young people. After the sermon the
Sabbath school anniversary was held.
The church was beautifully decorated with
a profusion OF flowers and ferns.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

The young men Of this section are
becoming pugnatious Of late. J. ).
Wright, esq, trial Justice, has recently
had two assault cases before him. A
Norway boy who was determined TO
FISH in s. NJ. Kings mill pond, if he
had 10 fight the owner, paid s. and
costs fer the privilege Of allowing King
to thrash him. \ young man Of West
Paris paid - and costs for the privilege
Of striking a respectable coloFed man
HAIRY Johnson in the face. Justice
Wright j. correc; in thus teaching men
TO be careful Of their fists Fighting be-
comes epidemic ii permitted to pass with
out legal notice
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
OUR STATE SENATOR.
BETHEL. June 10th, L

BETHEL, June 10Th, 1851.
In your last issue you publish Judge
Walkers letter of resignation of the office
of Senator from Oxford County, in which
he states that he tenders his resignation
thus early that the Governor might order
an election at the same time that the cleo
ton to supply the vacancy occasioned by
the resignation of VIM. p. Frye, as repre-
sentative to Congress from the 2nd Con-
gressional District. My impression was
the Governor had nothing to do with fill
ing Senatorial vacancies, but that they
must be filed by the legislature in joint
convention from the candidates voted for.
| would call attention to the Constitution
OF Maine, Article 4, Part Second, Sect. 8.
+. w. WOODBURY..
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
Hon OILS Hayford Of Canton viii

Hon. Otis Hayford of Canton while
at the lakes fishing recently met with a
very painful accident. He was alone in
his boat and had caught a four FOUNDER
which appeared to be played out. lie
had left his landing net ashore and IN
attempting to lii( his FISH into the boat
his hand caught in a second hook attached
10 the line. On breaking water the fish
gave leap which drove this hook hard
and firmly into the muscles and cords
between the thumb and fore finger OF
Mr.. Hayford's hand. Hon. Jas. Irish OF
Hartford was nearMr. Hayford and rowed
him ashore, where, there being no surgeon
near, Hon. John Swasey Of Canton eN-
tracted the hook.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

BErIIEL-The cold, dry weather has
seriously damaged the hay crop. Thurs
day was cold and tie wind blew perfect
gale. Friday morning Ice in many local.
tiles formed as thick as window glass
Corn, beans and other vegetables were
killed to the ground. Fires are necessity
In the sitting room and places of business,
and overcoat and mittens are necessity
to the traveller.
The rear OF the lumber in charge Of
"Cal." Turner, passed Bethel Wednesday
and Thursday morning was at Newry
Corner W.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

Mr.. Wakefield, OF Bath, it appears,
has 81 delegates out Of - in Sagadahoc
county and will evidently be prominent
candidate in the Republican convention
called 70 nominate a successor % Mr. Frye
in the second Congressional district. An
droscoggin county will present the name OF
Ex-Governor Dingley, and Oxford VIII
have two candidates-Enoch Foster, junior
OF Bethel, and John p. SwaSey, OF Canton.
Mr.. Harrington, Of Fryeburg, has with
drawn from the contest. Franklin Oilers
no candidate. The convention meets on
the SD Instant Portland Advertiser.
That's staving off the calamity with a
vengeance.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
-Rawson \ Tufts. Paris Hin. is

-Rawson X Tufts, Paris Hill, is a
new firm. as will be seen by advertise
ment in another column. Now -a-days
people are learning that they have vast
ed a great deal that might be used TO
advantage. In this line is the saving OF
combings from ladies' heads, which can
be sold to this firm. Another feature
of their work is the manufacture of class
rings from hair Of graduates. They do
good work on favorable terms. Give
them a call.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

BUILDINGS FOR OXFORD COUNTY AGRI-
CULTURAL SoCIETY.-Sealed proposals will
be received until June 25th, 1881, for
furnishing everything to complete the
buildings by the first of September. Hall
&C., lOOx40 feet. Offices &c., 33x29 feet ;
first story to finish 10 feet, second story
IA feet in the walls. The Trustees reserve
the right to reject any or all proposals.
The plans and specifications may be seen
with A. CT. King, South Paris, Ne.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

ERROR CoRREcTED.-The call as pub
lished in the Democrat tor delegates mas
contained three errors in number OF dele
gates TO attend the District Convention.
Bethel is entitled to 5 delegates instead
of s. Paris in entitled to 5 instead OF D.
Mexico is entitled to instead of 1.
These errors are now corrected in the call
and 81 is the correct footing.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

/ NoRwAY-The parties injured by the
caying in of an embankment, are getting
along as comfortably as could be expected
Croker was very seriously hurt; kimbal
not so badly.
A bad accident is reported from Otis
field. A young man while climbing tree
to reach crows nest fell 10 the ground
breaking an arm and leg and putting out
his eyes. We did not learn his name.
Business at the shoe factory is good con-
sidering the season.
Frosty dry weather and bugs bid fair to
'.ax" the more tender plants.
The slmpletons will breath easier after
the 10th.
There is quite an excitement among the
temperance men. A number OF remedies
have been proposed to further the interests
of the cause. We were struck with the
one proposed in discussion near the Post
Office the other day, which was this: 1--WE
need few more political priests Per-
haps this is what Is needed after all.
Lots of our people went to Lewiston
Thursday and Portland Friday to see
Barnum's show. Some say they were
tremendously humbugged.
The Bridgton Dramatic Company are to
present the drama EAST Lynne" at Con-
cert Hall, Norway, on Friday evening,
June "a. We presentedilt at Bridgton May
so, with marked success, under the man
agement of Capt. ]. T. Jennet, who Is
well known in dramatic circles in this
part OF the State. j.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

So. PARIs.-In the meat shop OF S. +.
Briggs Is pair Of fine Fairbanks steel
yards, fitted with marble plate for weigh
ing meat. They are SO dellcately adjusted
that steel composing rule weighing
lie - than quarter ounce threw them ont
Of balance.
There is good sale Of haying tools.
Mr.. +. Il. Maxim has moved into the
rent over n. d. Bolster's store.
"Old Prob" has predicted rain three
sev eral times, and It has not rained. Prob,
we're losing faith in We.
Mr.. s. b. Jones was thrown from his
fish wagon Friday and received a severe
wound in the scalp.
Rev. |. G.. Sprsguc has gone to New YORK
TO attend the National Temperance conven-
ton ut Saratoga, and IT, visit his friends
! there. Mr.. S. expects Ia fish in the same
brook where, in childhood's happy day, he
| caught his FIRST trout.
A large number OF our citizens went TO
Lewiston, Thursday to see the greatest
show on earth. 80 called.
If Mother ShlptobS prophecy be true
these items may as well not be written ;
Tor ere the hour OF going to press shall
have arrived, we shall all be in the land
where printing presses are unknown.
South Paris has a steamboat. regu-
/ ...lot.. Uhan Dnhart EnitOu
made his first unsuccessful attempt at
steam navigation on the Hudson, amid the
| SCOTS and jeers OF the multitude. he little
| thought OF the glory that should visit South
Paris, from his invention. But Mr.. q. w.
Royal, the popular engineer of the shoe
! shop has constructed boat, made an en-
snc, and last week, he launched 1t on the
inillpond. and with a party of ladies and
gents made very successful and pleasant
trip up river. His return was heralded by
the sound of the whistle. The boat has
great speed, and large crowd witnessed
the first trial.
Messrs. A. NJ. Gerry and ii. B. Stone
contemplate putting black bass into the
river. II is said that pond bass will re-
main in still water.
The funeral OF Mr.. Otis NJ Bent TOOK
place Friday +. ". The large procession
was headed by Mt. Mica Lodge /. q. q. +,
OF which Mr. Bent was an honorable mem
Der. Mr. Bent has been engaged in the
grocery business here for several years
and was highly esteemc by all who knew
him. The business community will fee
the loss Of so enterprising young man
His friends and relatives have our kindes'
sympathy. Mrs. Crommett, sister OF the
deceased, broke down under her grief and
fatigue Of travel, ard now lies in critical
condition. b.
RoxDURY, June l7.-Alyn T. Philbrick
whose leg was hurt by blow from rop,
while on the Lake drive" has recovered
MesSrs. Geo. Easter, his son George Jr.,
and Chas. Tucker of Byron, left for Texas
June 6th.
II. F. McInues neIghbors turned on,
and finished his springs work" during
his Illness.
Severe frost on the night of the nth and
sixth inst.
Slight showers on the l4th; much more
| +. 4. 4
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
THE PRESIDENTS

FIRST stands the lofty Washington
That nobly great, immortal one.
The elder Adams next We see,
And jefferson comes number three;
The fourth IS Madison, you know.
Tho fnh one on the list, Monroe
The sixth an Adams comes again.
And Jack son seventh la the tr'in'
Van Rurcn cigih upon the line,
And Harrison counts number nine
The tenth Is Tyler In his turn,
And Folk eleventh, as We learn
The twelfth l. Taylor that appears,
The thirteenth, fillmore, nils his years
Then Pierce comes fourteenth into view
buchanan IS the fifteenth due.
Now Lincoln comes. two terms 10 MI,
Obedleni 10 the peoples will.
Then johnson, Grant ana Hayes. IN tnTn'
4 couniry's favor fairly earn.
Next Garfield takes the reins Of power.
And safely holds them TN this hour.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

Delegates to the District convention
who travel over the Ogdensburg railroad,
will purchase tickets to Portland for one
fare. They will then be furnished with
free return tickets over that road at the
convention BY Hon. f. c. Harrington OF
Fryeburg.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

I. ANY person who takes paper regularly
from the ofhce-whether directed TO his name OF
n.other's or whether he has subscribed OF not
M responsible for the payment.
?. IL = person orders his paper discontinued
he must pay all aJrearages, or the puolisner may
coilscf The whole amount, whether the paper ID
taken from the once or not.
g. The Courts have decided hatreftsing to take
newspapers and periodicals nom the posi- once
or removing and leaving them uncsiied ior,
prsxa Jacs< evidence OF maud.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

EXAMINERS OF CANDIDATES FOR AD-
MISSION TO THE BARRY an act of the
Maine Legislature Of 1881, hereafter all
candidates for admission to the Bar will
be examined in open Court at some regular
term. The following is list of the exam
liners of candidates for admission to the
oxford Bar appointed by Chief Justice
Appleton, with the date of terms of court.
ID. X. Hastings, L. Foster, G. ID. Bisbee;
second Tuseday in March and third
Tuesday In September.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

BURIED BY THE GAZING N OF An En-.
RANKNiTNT. NORWAY June l4.-Seyera
worSmen were covered up by falling en-
hankment while working on the road neal
this village Irving :. Crooker's leg was
broken: Grin Kimball suffered confusion
on the head, the others were slightly III
iurci
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
AsH:1oNIC
A Perfected Purifier Of tho Sy,tsu

ToxIc.-"I aersaang ne strength, o6riafi,o "a,
ssecfsof DEBILITY, and re'toring heath uaes.,..
WEBSTER.
For Indigestion. and Dyspepsia,
the many forms of Liver Com.
plant, Impure and Impoverished
Blood, and Functional Derange.
ments attendant upon Debility, and
for Building up the weak, Ash.
Tonic is doubtless the most promp,
and certain remedy yet devised. In
1-2 lib. bottles, 10 cents; Six bottles
81. Accredited Physicians and
Clergymen, who may desire to ties,
the Tonic, will be supplied with no.
exceeding six bottles, at one-halt
the retail price, money to accom-.
pany the order. Sold by Druggists,
and by d. b. Dewey x Co., 70 Dey
ST., N. Y.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

PERSoNAL.-The Lewiston Journal hears
that Warren Ward, esq, OF New York,
the proprietor OF the famous Herdsdale
Farm OF Canton, contemplates making a
permanent home for his family in Auburn.
He will build or purchase new residence
in that citV
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
vengeance.

-Envious Euglishmen are trying to be-
little the recent victories of American
horses on European race courses by say
ing that Iroquois and FoShai are oil
English stock. So were the men who won
al Saratoga and Yorktown.
But there the similarity between the
horses and soldiers ends. The soldiers
won BY standing, while the horses won
by running.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

MIR. l.. ID. Tubbs. Dentist, whose
card has been in this paper for some time
past, is winning good opinions from those
who have been under bis charge. He is
abou, TO move into the fine new Ha,ha-
way building. erected over the ruins of
the Ner Religion Office, where he will be
better prepared than ever, to attend to
all who call.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

THE GRAND TRUNH RoAD.-Toronto
June ia Cable despatch from London
states that the Grand Trunk Directors
have issued prospectus TO issue two and
one half millions pounds sterling 10 build
a double track and otherwise increase Its
carrying capacity.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
OXFORD COUNTY LOCALS.

ALBANY.-The barn Of Cyrus Kneeland
in Albany was burned Wednesday with
20, 900 last blocks and farming tools. Th'
cause Is unknown. Loss 500; insured VI
the Etna for $500.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

The Boston Post says New York par
ties have Just ordered eleven hundred doz-
en- shirts of the Paris Hill Manufacturing
company. Paris Hill must be well on IN
the way of shirts, surely.-NeIr Religion.
II the item had not been stolen from
the Democrat this error would not have
occurred.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

DR.. BULLoCS'S NEPmREuCCM has proved
itself AN invaluable remedy in all diseases
Incidental to females, such as general De-
bility. Female Weakness, SC, and certain
IL deserves the attention OF all afflicted.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

The plagiarism of Rev. DR.. LoTimer
OF Chicago. who delivered as his own a
sermon by the Rev. DR.. Parker OF London,
was widely commented on some time ago.
DR. parker has Just been caught, according
20 the Baptist Weekly, not only in the
same literary sin, but in stealing from DR..
Lorimer.
Perhaps they both get their sermons
from the same literary bureau.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

MIR. ]. w. Taylor has bought out
the tailoring business of Lewis OBrion
Of Norway. Mr.. T. is good tailor, and
agrees to give satisfaction to all. lie
carries a full stock of goods, which he
cuts free when parties wish to make up
their own goods. He wants help,as will
be seen hv his advertisement.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

The oxford Democrat i heartily
ashamed OF il uuteuable position on the
Wallace r. White matter.-BriigioHN f'rS.
The Democrat is not ashamed Of It's
position in the White matter, and II the
Nsr, will look al our articles on the sub
iect !, will see that we have not changed
our position in the slightest degree. II
the Nr,r, wants to know how White
course and elevation are regarded we can
refer it to certain Republicans in kenne-
bee County, who may enighten 1t on
some dark matters,
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

The oxford Democrat wants to know
who William Waiter Phelps is anyway.
Mr. Phelps is one of Secretary Blaine's
friends, and has just been appointed min
lister TO Austria. Portland AdcerttSer.
There's nothing just now like being
one of Blaines friends-unlese like the
pig story its being two of EN-.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

DIR. Estes will attend services In the
school house High Street, next Sabbath
afternoon at 8 o'clock. There Is flourish
ing Sunday school there under the super
intendence OF Mr.. J. s. Clapp.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

The opinion prevails that Mr.. Conk
ling is too utterly utter.-Press.
The opinion prevails that the Press
editorials are too utterly stupid.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

Mr.. Albert Perkins p. O. Dick
vale is canvassing this section for the
Revised New Testament, published by
the well known and reliable publishing
house of Hubbard Brothers. This edi-
ton has a valuable Introductory history
of the New Testament. including It's va
rious ,ranslations and other data prepared
bv an eminent American divine. This
will be found in no other edition. II
also contains the corrections suggested by
the American board Of revision and all
that is found in the English edition.
We believe in purchasing good American
editions instead Of sending our money to
English publishers.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

We got copy of the PROGRESSIVE
Ace last week without much nonsense in
il. The inside pages were blank.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
MARRIED..

In West Paris, June Is, by Rev. Ira G. sprague
william q. Phelps, Of South Paris, and Miss Lu.
ss,ta J.. Morgan, OF West Paris.
In Woodstock. June IL, by Alden Chase. Mr.
Oscar Z. Bowker and Miss Ida A. Reed, both OF
Woodstock.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

The Post Office at Dickyale is now
in running order, and people are asking
where it is located. We understand 1t
is in North Peru. near the hill called
Tumble Down Dick, from whence 1t
derives its somewhat peculiar cognomen.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

DIR. Henion the electric physician, who
has had such good success in Maine is
now at Lewiston for few months. See
his advertisement containing references,
in another column.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

1t is reported that Robert Bonner de-
sires to dispose Of the Ne'c York Ledger.
Well take il.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
BORN.

In Hanover. June Is, to the wife OF W. Shove
son.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

DNrIELp. - The trotting park and
grounds formerly owned by the East Ok
ford Agricultural Society, have recently
passed into the possession OF William W.
Wait, Esq, of this town, who has made
extensive repairs upon the buildings,
fences, stand &C, and delayed" the track,
the whole involving a large outlay OF
money. \ series OF trotting meetings has
been established, the first OF which came
of Tuesday and Wednesday, June 9TH and
S,h. aud was well paironised by the lovers
of good racing in this portion OF Oxford
County, and the Western part OF Franklin
County. Excellent sport was afforded 10y
the "racers," and the fastest time ever
made in this part OF the State was shown.
The track Is pronounced 10 be equal TO any
one-half mile track in the State. Great
credit Is due Mr. Wait and William W.
Smith, Esq, for their efforts TO produce
honest aud legitimate races. They have
signihcd their intention of having another
meeting July 18th. when large purses viii
be offered and some of Names best trot
ting stock will be exhibited. The Hart
ford Band will be in attendance through
out the day. and all lovers Of good horses
and good music will be satisfied II they at
tend. Below is tne summary. 5.
SUMMARY.
Dir'i,h Park, JuHe Meeting, June 7h dn'
Sh, 1851.
Tuesday, Eth, purse OF $50 90 for horse:
OF the As class, mile heat, best in . L
/ harness:
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
FINE CUSTOM CLOTHING.

We shall s"ni Mn. g. W. PARSONS. cutter ~
orr Custom Tio'hlp2 psnartn"n'. every m0hlh
~ sorih Parts. Psris nm ard Moray, with The
targest md best selected stock OF
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21

-Kennebec Duke, is short horn
bull, advertised in another column. by
Mr.. Keene. Breed from good stock
and make money.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
DIED.

In Albany, June 70. Thomas J. Jordan. aged n
years.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
(aStOria-s.n...,

remedy for sleepless and irritable
Children. The Recipe Of Old Dr.
Pitcher, Free from Morphine, and
not Narcotic. Formula published
with each bottle. For Flatulencv
assimiiating the food, Sour Stomach
Feverishness, Worms, and Disor,
dered Bowels, Castoria has the lars.
est sale of any article dispensed BY
Druggists.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
SECOND DISTRICT REPUBLICAN coNvEN
TION.

The Republican OF the several cities to"ns
And plantations in the second District, are ~, ",
ouested 10 send delegates 10 a coaNenuoi>to y.
held nj Auburn, on Thursday, June IS, IS. Al
No O'Clock A. NJ, 10 nominate candiuatc 10 Oe
snnported for the vacancy In the second Con
sr,ssional District OF Maine, caused by the rs
Sgnation of Hon William 4. Frye. kach city /,
town and organized plantation VIII oe ehtiIie"
10 one delegate additional for every seNchSy
Ave votes cast for Gov. Davis last >eptehus <,
and one for a majority fraction o. tottS Al
delegates must be residents OF the CITY, .oNh
or niantation they represent The kepuohSeh
District Committee will be IN session NJ tnc
nall AT 81 O'Clock. A. NJ, tor the purpose VI ie
ceiving credentials ,,..,,. Ill, M.
The several towns Of OXFORD County VIII DC
entitled 10 the following representation
Albany nnS,t >
Bethel nIV~"" !
prclfald Byron
|aD,CD Denmark
ns,t,els Fryeourg
Sn.aJ I Grafton
Greenwood nAnoNei >
uar,for3 5 Hebron
49,, LOVeS
NasoD I Mexico
49, I Norway
oxTorJ Paris
p, Porter
pC,h,ry RumiOrd
- I Stoneh0m l
S,,,1,.r sweden
fTasnn Waterford
wco5s.ock Franklin PIN !
Isncoln Pin. Milton Pin.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1881-06-21
Fine Woolens

ever exhibited along the line Of the q I. X. lhs
assortment embraces all the novelties IN
The river press., 1881-04-27
Social Diversions.

American people Of fashion are emulating
the Europeans in deyising odd and original
forms of entertainment. For several seasons
lawn tennis, 5 o'clock teas, archery ,fetes, and
kettIedrums have been the rage, and this
season promises to exceed them all in gayety
and there will be good natured rivalry as
to who will provide the most novel entertain
ment. Costume parties, masked promen-
AIDES, tableaux yiu021ts, and high teas had al
ready been given, when Lent put stop to the
festivities, which will be resumed with added
zest after Easter An American lady resid-
ing in London, apparently anxious to begin
something decidedly new in this direction,
recently gave 8 sssoap-bubble party The
guests found long table covered with china
pipes, tied with gay colored ribbons, and
dishes of warm soap and water. They spent
some time ia the childish amusement of
blowing soap bubbles, and the evening ended
with refreshments and music.