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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
HOP BITTERs ARE THE PUREsT AND BEST
BiTrERs EVER MADE.

They are composed from Hops, Malt,
Buchu, Mandrake and Dandelion-the old.
| est, best and most valuable medicines In
the world and contain all the best and
most curative properties Of all other rem
edes Of all other remedies, being the great
est Blood Purifier, Liver Regulator, and
Life and Health Restoring Agent on earth.
No disease or Ill health can possibly long
| exist where these Bitters are used, so va
ricd and perfect are their operations.
They give new life and vigor to the aged
and in1rm. To all whose employments
cause irregularity OF the bowels or urinary
organs, or who require an Appetizer, Tonic
and mild Stimulant, Hop Bitters are inval-
liable, being highly curative. tonic and
stimulating, without Intoxicating.
No matter what your feelings or symp-
toms are, what the disease or ailment Is,
use Hop Bitters. Don't wait until you are
sick, but II you only feel bad or miserable,
use Hop Bitters at once. II may save your
life. Hundreds have been saved by so do
ing. $500 will be paid for case they will
not cure or help.
Do not suffer or let your friends suffer,
but use and urge them To use Hop Bitters.
Remember, Hop Bitters is no vile, drug
ged, drunken nostrum, but the Purest and
Best Medicine ever made; the "Iuvalids'
Friend and Hope" and no person or family
should be without them. Try the Bitters
TODAY.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
REFORM GLIB CONVENTION

The next semtAnnnsl Convention of the Re
sorm Clubs Of Maine. viii DC holden In PoXr
LAID. on
Wednesday dad Thursday, Dec. 6 & ., 80,
Commencing AT 70 An. The usual arrange
ments will be made with railroads Tor reduced
fare. Free entertainment for all who attend the
Convention, will be furnished while In Port
land. Ills very desirable that every Club in the
State should be represented by least one del
e.ate.
Members OF AL temperance organizations
are cordially invited 20 be presen, and take
part in the exercises OF the Convention.
ny the state Committee:
y II. HoRR. Lewiston.) President
p n BROWN. Norway, Secretary
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
NATIONAL THANKSGIVING.
BY Ae President Of the United States o.
AmeFicG:

BY the President Of the United States Of
AseFicG:
A PRoCLANATIoN.
In conformity with custom, the annual oo-
servance of which is justly held In honor by
this people. l, Chester A. Arthur, freshent VI
he United States. do hereby set apart
Thsrsday, ue 30tA day Of NOreaber NEXT,
A. a day of public thanksgiving.
The blessings demanding our gratitude are
manifold and varied. For peace and amity
which subsists between this republic and ali
nations of the earth. for freedom nom inter
nal discori and violence; for increasing friend-
ship between different sections OF the land !;
for liberty, justice and constitutional govern
ment; for devotion of the people 20 our free
institutions, and their cheerful ooedience 10
mild laws; for constantly increasing strength
OF the republic, while extending It's privilege
10 AL men who come 10 rs; for improved
means OF internal communication and inereas-
81 facilities OF intercourse with other nations;
Tor general prevailing health OF the year, tor
general prosperity OF all our industries, the
liberal return for the mechanics toll afording
y market for abundant harvests OF tnc nus
baadman: for preservation Of the national
Nth and credit, for wise and generous provis-
ton 10 effect the intellectual and moral educa-
tion of our youth, for influence upon the con-
science OF restraining and trsnsiorming
religion. and for joys OF home; for these and
for many other blessings We should give
thanks.
wherefore / do recommend that the day
country as a day OF National Thanksgiving
and prayer, and that the people ceasinS from
their daily labors and meeting IN accordance
With their several forms OF worship, draw near
70 the throne OF Almighty God. Offering 10 Him
praise and gratitude for the manifold good
meas which He has vouehssfed to Us, AMI
praying that His blessings and His mercies
may continue.
And do further recommend that the day
thus appointed be made a special occasion
for deeds of kindness and charity to the sun
ering and needy. so that all who dwell within
the land may rejoice and be Z ad IN this sea
son OF National Thanksgiving.
In witness whereof have hereunto set my
hand and caused the seal OF the United
states TO De affixed. Done AT the city of
washingtC \, this 18th day of October, In the
wear OF our Lord lsSs. and of the independ-
snce OF the United states the one hundred
and seventh.
CHESTER \. ARTHUR.
by the President
FREDERICK 7. FRELISGHUl>ES,
Secretary OF state.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
CARD.

The leading Book Store In Lewiston Is
that OF Chandler 4 Estes, opposite Music
Hall. They not only have an especially
full line of Books, Stationery, Pictures,
Francs, Artists Goods, Paper lisngings,
Window shades, Holiday goods, &C., hu'
almost everything else one would be likely
TO call for In first class Book Store.
Buying direct, for cash. at bottom prices
they sell at lowest living prices. II you
cannot visit their store, ordrr by mail.
and they win guarantee satisfaction.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

ANpovER, Nov. l7.-Lumbermen report
o scarcity of help, and are Offering good
wages. ..
Hay is selling from $1,000 to sl7.oo pei
ton.
H.A. Mills, esq. has just moved into his
new house; it is the finest residence In
town.
The ladies' Of the NJ. +. Society gave an
Antiquarian Supper at Union Hall, last
evening; the supper was followed By a
musical entertainment.
The High School closed last week, after
successful term of ten weeks. The prin-
cipal and assistant. Mr.. and Mrs. N. +.
Corsou, are to teach the village schools
the coming winter.
Rev. C. S. Cummings Is to deliver free
temperance lecture at Union Hall, Thurs
day evening, Nov. %.
We learn that our Supervisor, s. w.
Richards, will hold an examination OF those
intending to teach the winter schools, al
the school house in District No. !, Sstur-
day p. NJ, Nov. rs.
Rev. G. B. Hannaford, Of Rumford,
preached at the Congregational church,
last Sunday.
Miss S. Emma Sellew will teach the
winter term in So. Andover District.
A negro family gave concert at the
Hall, Tuesday night.
Some one suggests singing school; q
good idea-second the motion.
Mr.. Moses Cutting is spending the win
ter with his friends In Mass. and Rhode
Island.
Some OF the farmers are disposing OF
their surplus potatoes, hsuling them 10
Bryant's Pond and Bethel. r.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
YrsrERpAY's DREADFUL ACcIDEN

YESTERDAYS DREADFUL ACCIDENT. -
There were q good many accidents Jester
day. There will be some to-day, and prob
ably more or less tomorrow. Children
are tumbling down stairs. Women ar,
lighting fires with kerosene. Boys ar,
playing with pistols. Big men are sprain
ing their ankles as they try TO catch the
moving train. Babies will get their little
thumbs caught In the doors. Bruised
shius, dislocated joints and mashed finger
constantly remind US that accidents may
take place at any moment. People who
have PERRY DAvIs's PAIN KILLER cat
smile at most Of the accidents that befal
them. Those who have not tried II ar,
reminded that they do not have to rur
further than the nearest drug store to buy
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
CONSUMPTION CURED.

An old physician retired from practice,
having had placed In his hands by an East
India missionary the formula OF simple
vegetable remedy for the speedy and per-
manent cure for Consumption, Bronchitis,
Catarrh, Asthma, and all Throat and Lung
Affections, also positive and radical cure
for Nervous Debility and ali Nervous Com.
plants, after having tested its wonderful
curative powers In thousands OF cases has
felt It his duty to make 1t known 10 his
suffering fellows. Actuated by this motive
and desire to relieve human suffering,
will send free Of charge, to all who desire
It, this recipe, in German, French or Eng
lish, with full directions for preparing and
using. Sent by mail by addressing with
stamp, naming this paper, w. A. MOVES,
l49 Po,cer's Block, Rochester, ". y.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

| FRYEBURG.-The Temperance Society
recently held meeting at the Town House
and manifested the usual interest. few
appropriate remarks were made by c. IL.
Walker President; followed by Rev. Mr..
Stone, Miss Elizabeth Chandler, Hon. +.
c. Farington, Rev. DR.. Mason and Prof
Kicker OF Fryeburg Academy. Among
many important suggestions made, Miss
Chandler alluded 10 the great amount OF
time heretofore devoted by the friends OF
temperance 20 advance the cause, and yet
there has been but little progress In past
years, because retailers in many places are
allowed TO persist in the wicked traffic,
without any attempt made TO execute the
laws and arrest the evil. These remarks
were responded 10 by Mr. Fa-ington who
suggested the necessity OF united effort
on the part OF temperance people 10 en-
force what laws we have. l will not un-
dertake TO give further outline OF what
Mr. Harrington and the other speakers said,
but suffice II TO say, their remarks were
exceedingly appropriate and well chosen
for the subject and occasion. As an oo.
server, | could but reflect that society has
a right TO protect itself by equitable and
efficient laws, and when disorder prevails
In consequence OF a violation, the offender
should be visited by the penalties thereof,
and condemned by public opinion. The
advocates OF temperance in the State OF
Maine, for the past thirty years, have
spent more time in discussing the question,
than il would require TO build Rail Road
from one end OF the State 10 the other,
and still, it appears there is more liquor
drank, and less interest in the community
At the present time, than there was twenty
years ago. Can some one Of your cores
pondents give s reason for this retrograde
movement in so benevolent cause?
The farmers In this vicinity, encouraged
by bountiful crops the past season; are
striving with renewed energy to increase
the area of cultivation for the ensuing year.
The favorable season has enabled them TO
do all necessary work preparatory TO the
coming spring,
The Water Company have completed the
work oflaying down the pipes. The whole
distance on the main line and along the
street, Is about five miles. From partia
experiments made, II 5 quite certain, tn
pressure is sufficient to force column OF
water over the highest buildings.
OBSERVER.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

CArARRH.-Without assuming to writ,
out a thesis Of this universal ailment, fact.
warrant our saying that it seems TO Us
there never WAS season when 1t was Sc
prevalent as the present.
The above 10 preliminary to the follow
ing, viz. {: That Messrs. Hood 4 CO., oil
Lowell, believe that the best way to treat
Catarrh, and the only way to get perma-
nent relief, is through the blood. con-
stitutional disease requires constitution
al remedy. Hoods Sarsaparilla is blood
purifier and constitutional medicine that
can be relied on, and has cured numerous
cases of Catarrh in its various forms. We
think this claim q reasonable one, and
gladly give 1t room In our columns.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

PAKIs.-Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Wright OF
Jay, are visiting their sou, James S.
Wright, esq, Clerk OF Courts. Mr.. Wright
is q vigorous old gentleman and will cell
citrate his seventy ninth birthday next
month.
Mr.. d. B. Woodbury. raises something
good TO eat Is well as beautiful flowers.
He leit at this Office last week some pota-
toes which he thus decribes:
woodbury's Late Favorite. Seeding
from Alpha. Clear white. Originated by
ID. b. Woodbury.. Rlpens two weeks an
er the Early Rose. Fith year from seed
ball. II Is very hardy, good keeper,
Yields well.
Mr.. Dimmock opened his shoe shop, Sat-
urday. He will be found attending to bus
mess, day and evening.
There will be Thanksgiving Eve Prom.
enade at the Academy Hall, Thursday, No
vember 30th. Music by Bennett Bros. S
Orchestra. All are cordially invited.
Mr.. Arthur w. Hammond OF Paris. who
has been braking on the Grand Trunk for
some time past, crushed his left hand,
while stacking cars, last Saturday. He
lost one nnger, and had another badly
bruised.
Rev. Mr.. Mead preached at the univer-
salist church, last Sabbath. He will &C.
cupy tn. pulpit again, on the coming Sab
bath.
J. X. Hammond, esq, went 70 Bethel,
last week to arrange for farmers insti-
tute 10 be held by the Maine Board OF Az
riculture. Mr. II. Is successful, practi-
cal farmer, and takes great interest In this
work Of the Board. He Is the right man
in the right place.
The Universalist Sabbath School will
hold festival at the Academy, Saturday
night. Mother Goose psntomime, sing.
ing, ETC., will be among the exercises. A
short operetta will conclude the entertain
ment. Admission for adults 2jc. children
under fourteen loo.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
The cgysr OF TARrHR

Speedily leaves the surface OF teeth uPoi
which the cleansing and preventative IN
au-nce of SozopoST Is daily exerted NJ
form OF decay can infest set Of ''ivorie-
upon which 1t Is used. II has, moreover
a most refreshing effect upon the mouth
10 which II leaves a very agreeable tast"
qesidcs rendering the breath fragrant.
the mouth be rinsed with II after smokiD.
the taste OF the tobacco is entirely dissi
pated. As an auxiliary To personal come
linessit cannot too highly be recommend
ed. Sold by druggists.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
v-nrrAPfrATfONs
yI-WORD SQUARE
PRIZE OFFER.

For the best original puzzle offered for
publication in this department during the
remainder OF the present month, We offer
copy Of the Lopgfellow Leaflets" Ev-
erythiug In competition for the prize
should be marked "For OXFORD DEMO
Graf Puzzle Corner and sent TO W. H..
Eastman, T.. Sumner, Ne, to whom the
award OF the prize has been referred.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

SUMNER.-Aggie Head, little daugh-
ter Of Cyrus Heald, was thrown from q
carriagr last Wednesday afternoon break
ing her arm just above the wrist. 1t was
set by DR.. Caldwell OF BuckAeld, and is
now doing well. The same day Rev. GIL
man Rice and wife narrowly escaped Q
E erious accident. While descending one
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

LOWELL CENTRE, Nov. ia Lodge OF
the Knights of Pythias, called Washing
ton Lodge, No. 81, was instituted at Odd
Fellows Hall, Nov. 18th, by G. c. VIM. j.
Landers, G. v. C. Henry 1. Nelson, G. p.
p. S. Lsnehton, G. r. & S. ]. +. Chute,
and other Brothers Of the Order from
abroad. The new Lodge starts with 20
members. The following officers were
elected for the present term: C. c., II. II.
French; v. c., w. o. Brown; p, Bar
rett; N. E., s. II. Hartman; n. F., ]. X.
Vance; III. A., John Harrington, jr.; r. 4
s., A. J. Eastman. The new Lodge viii
meet on Monday evening Of each week, at
Odd Fellows Hall. h.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

Of our steep hills, the harness gave way,
letting the carriage forward on the horse.
His horse was naturally somewhat fright
ened, and sprang forward breaking both
shafts and throwing, Mrs. Rice out upc n
the ground. At this point Mr.. Rice, with
remarkable presence Of mini, grabbed the
reins and succeeded In bringing the horse
up against q stone wall, where he was
soon secured. With the exception Of
some bruises, Mr.. Rice was uninjured,
though his buggy is sadly demoralized.
A public temperance meeting, under the
auspices Of Invincible Lodge Of Good
Templars, Is called for Friday evening,
Nov. "a. A special train will run from
Canton on the r. F. & B. r. r. SIRRAH.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
I. is to be occupied by Mrs. Twombly Ii.

It ID to be occupied by Mrs. Twombly the
dressmaker.
Union Royal Arch Chapter, +. 6 A. NJ.
has been removed from Mechanic Falls TO
Norway, for three years. Meetings ere held
in Masonic Hall, over Noyes Drug Store.
The Chapter is doing considerable busi-
ness.
The new hall nears completion, and Is
. prominent building In the village.
Mr.. Sanborn Of the Advertiser, we re-
gret to learn, is in POOR health. lie talks
OF = winter trip for restoration.
Truckman A. E. Durgin met with an &C.
cident IL coming down Pixies Hill, Mon
day. He was drawing stone for Howard,
| from his ledge on the hill. Durgin's team
consisted of two horses and four wheels
loaded with stone. As he came to the
steepest part Of the hill the hold-back yoke
on the pole gave out,-although one OF the
hind wheels was chained, yet the load
could not be held and the horses started In
q run down the hill. 1t Is q fearful grade
and terrible ride for Durgin. The horses
managed to keep ahead OF the descending
load Of rock till near Geo. Merrill's, where
they fioundered, and things were badly
mixed up. Help was soon on hand and
the horses were got out from under the
wreck and to the surprise OF everybody
had no bones broken, though badly bruised
and cut up. Mr.. Durgin escaped breaking
any bones. His hands and face were badly
cut and he was otherwise strained and
bruised.-Adrertiser
The Advertiser recommends naming the
new hall "Kimball Hail." In honor Of Hon.
c. p. Kimball, whose original carriage
factory was located on the same spot.
The business OF Norway National Bank
Is now transacted in the Savings Bank,
where the Cashier, II. d. Smith, may be
found until the new banking rooms are
ready In "Kimbsll Hall block.
Mr.. Joseph II. Gsllison, who died In
Franklin, on the 18th, was q native OF
Norway, Ne. In early life he went to
Boston and established himself in the pro-
vision business where, by his industry and
perseverance, he gained competency,
retiring from active life few years since.
He Was we'll known and won the esteem
and'respect OF all with whom he was asso-
ciated.-Argas.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
OXFORD COUNTY LOCALS.

Albany, Nov. ls.-Wyatt T. Edwards
has sold his place 10 Amos G. Bean. Mr..
Bean rents the buildings and garden to
William II. Brown.
Mr.. Foster of Newry has hired Dexter
Cumm ingss blacksmith shop. He takes
rent for his family In G. French's house
J. Henry Briggs goes to-day to Brook
lyn N. Y, for work in foundry.
Mrs. Mary Cummings, who has beer
sick several months, Is still very low.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

HEBRON. - Hebron is probably more
equally prosperous than any town in our
knowledge. ITo
We greet the advent OF Mr. Simpson Of
New York City, a gentleman of progresses
ing manners. He has bought farm,
which is part OF the old Benson plantation.
Its soil is unsurpassed, in natural fertility,
in town.
James NJ. Chesley has built nice barn
at the cost Of go 900. Mr.. Berry has built
one larger for $500. Mr.. Berry has the
best bearing orchard in town.
Frank Davis is doing a good business In
the Fuller store at F. Hebron.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

HIRAM, Oct. l3.-The Chase family had
q reunion and picnic dinner at the resi-
dence OF Asoury Huntress, formerly the
Chase homestead. Members Of the family
were present from Saco, Deering, Gorham,
Standish. Baldwin and Cornish. Old men
with silver hair recalled pleasant incidents
OF their youth, and visited spots endeared
to them by pleasing memories of their
childhood. An appropriate poem by one
OF the ladies Of the family, was read, and
another OF the ladies took sketch Of the
old home. All present had very pleas
ant time. and We hope the family may en-
Joy many more meetings at the loved home
OF their childhood. W.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

WHILE driving Ia Norway, last week
we noticed that DR.. Pike was making
great Improvements about his premises
He has removed the fence from his yard
and sodded the grounds in an artistic
msuaer. A brick Sidewalk Is laid the full
length Of his street front The people of
Norway are taking new interest in beauti
Tying their streets and residences
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
THREE MONTHS FREE.

Any new subscriber sending us 81. so
for the OXFORD DEMOCRAT will receive
the issues of October, November and De-
eember. 1882, free, and be credited to
Ian. !, 1884.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

RKy. ZxSAs THOMPSON, well known in
Oxford County, died st his home in Deer
ING. Friday night. lie was prominent
Unlversalist Clergyman and leader Of
the depominstioD IN Maine
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

I. Asy person who takes . paper regularly
rom the ohce-wheeher directed TO hia name or
aSoshsr's, or whether be has subscribed or not
brssponsibls for the payment.
.. n person orders his paper diecoatinued,
snass pay I'll axrearaGes, or tho puohsher nay
salloct the whole amount, whether the paper 10
gaksn IRON the once or not
q TheCourts have decided thatrcfasne TO tAks
.~Wspnp <rv and periodicals. nom the post omce,
or rcncving and leaving them uncalled for, 10
Drsna fscis evidences Of fraud.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

TEMPERATURES LAST WEEK AT IA. M
Sunday, 45 , clear; Monday, 3s Q, foggy
Tuesday. 2so, clear; Wednesday, 26 :,
clear; Thursday, 32o, cloudy; Friday
SOC, snow; Saturday, Is . clear.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
STRENGTH

to vigorously push a bv,i,s,,
strength to study a profe,,i,,
strength to regulate a houseboY
strength to do a days labor win,
out physical pain. All hi, reo,..
sents what is wanted, in the oA,,
heard expression, "0h! lvi,l
had the strength" # you p,
broken down, have not enerry a,
feel as if life was hardly wofi,y.
ing, you can be relieved ard 70
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by taking BROWNS IRON Ell.
TIERS, which is a true '..,-,
medicine universally rc.ounm!.J
for all wasting diseases.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

THE first snow we Eave seen this sea-
son, fell on Tuesday afternoon, Nov. IA.
1t was followed by irregular storm, Thurs
dsy night and Friday.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

VIZ have just made very careful revis-
ion OF our subscription list, and wish that
subscribers would examine their yellow
slips to see II they are properly credited.
II not, notify Us at once, BY postal card.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21
Mr. Uudson the BOSTON H,rnl

Mr.. Hudson, the Boston Hernld'
Washington correspondent, predicts that
the tariff discussion this winter will split
the Democratic party in two and that the
Republicans will win an easy victory IN
1884. But when the Democratic party
divides on that question, the Republican
party will also divide.-POrtldnd Adrer-
tiser.
We presume the Advertiser intends to
convey the impression that its influence
would be wholly given to the Democratic
party. Probably the Republican party
would gain two live, active Republicans in
division on the tariff where 1t lost one
such.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1882-11-21

old Hannibal Hamlin has returned
nom Spain 20 celebrate Thanksgiving in
Maine. Amer season OF festiyity in Mad
rid, be il free 10 confess that there are NO
beauties in Alfonso's court 10 be compar-
ed with the Yankee girls, no fsndango that
will compare with the old-fssbioned Viz
ginia reel, no royal delicacy half Is palst-
able Is doughnuts and mince pie, and no
bull hght that has any OF the cheerful and
healthful excitement Of . game OF barn
ball. or course this sounds well, but sub
seQaeni events will doubtless prove Hsnni-
balls anxiety TO get back 10 the giddy Span
ish capital as soon as he csn.-Denrer Tii-
bHRs.
Perhaps the man who wrote that Is
''awfully smart" but he don't know Han
nibal Hsmlin. Mr.. Hsmlin means what
be says about America