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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

MARY HAYES vs.. TIMOTHY HAYES
whereas Mary Hayes Of RoCkiGghau, IN said .lun
~ on the 9th day Of July, a. D., lass filed in this d.
nee her petition returuable to the next term Of IT,
county court to be held OF Newfaue, in said c1uuy
on the second Tuesday Of September, A. D. lsS
against her husband. Timothy Hayes formerly Of sad
Rockingham, but now residing without this state, 70
wit, IN Waterbury In the state Of Connecticut setting
forth that she married to him at TraWee IN the
county Of Kerry, Ireland, on the dag Of J4uuaryA
D. 1869, and praying for divorce from him for two
causes; lst For iut1lerable severity inflicted upon
her I'd. For grossly, wantouly aud cruelty, without
cause, refusing aud negiectiug to provide suitable
maintenance for her, the said Timothy Hayes being
OF suihcient pecuniary ability to provide tucn m4lH
tenance. Also praying for the care and custody Of
the four minor children of said marriage. And ap
pearug that the said Timothy Hayes resides without
this state, and as the petitioner is informed IN Wat
erbury III the state OF Connecticut it is ordered that
the petitioner notify said Timothy Hayes Of her pet.
ton and OF the term Of the court to which Il is IT,
turnahle, by publishing the substance thereof with
this order, for three weeks successfully in the Nsi.
mont Phoenix, printed at Bratteboro, in said county
the last publication TO he at Lest si1 Wlaks preIo
To said next september Terra OF said county c0urt
winch publication will he taken TO be sufficient motto.
10 the said Timothy Hayes to appear and make aus.
wor to said petition.
KITTREDdE HASRIEs, Deputy CLERK.
{. b. c. +. EDDY, Petitioners Attorneys, u
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13
CTATR OF VERMONT,

y WIUWHHHT DVUNI9 DTFTh ? VTIC'l 1IT- u Ia
CHARLES A. DURFEE va. ABBIE ". II-Er4r
whereas Charles A. Durfee Of Bratts51ro il s.s
county has this day fied 10 this office his t'ifI
his wife, Abbie NJ. Duriee, now OF WOrcestfr cl-,.-
Of Worcester, state Of Massachusetts,, PRAYING n,
divorce from her for the cause Of wlful desert0n BE-
ginning June 20, 1880 and continuing to the rre.s,
time, period Of more than three years which rsia
ton is returnable 10 the next term Of the comm,
court TO be held at Newfane, IN aud for said COUNT
Of Wiudbam on the second Tuesday Of S,ptenbs;
A. D. 1888, aud 1t appearing that the said Abb. N
Durfee resides without this state; Therefore it 4 r
dored that the said Charles A. Dnriee notify The m
Abbe NJ. Durfee Of his said petition, and II the tern
Of court to which the same is returuabe, ly pubif
ing the substance Of his said petition with Ills orl,
three weeks successfully in The VERMONT PHGY1
printed at said BrattebOrO, the last publication % 4
at least six weeks previous 70 said next Septembs,
term Of said county court, which publication will h.
taken as sufficient notice 10 the said Abbe NJ Durf
to appear and make answer to said petition
ROYAL TYLER Clerk
HAsKINs \ sTODDARD, Petitioner's Attnrneys u
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Dental Notice.

nURING the year 1888 | will make the best fl5 sets
II Of teeth for s2, aud S2 sets for $40. All dental
operations performed at moderate prices guaran-
teed hrst-slass. ! will be at
GRAFTON the FIRST Monday and Tuesday
NEWFANE, the following Wednesday,
JAMAICA, the following Thursday, aud
SOUTH LONDONDERRY Friday and Saturday,
0i each month. The remainder OF the time at West
Townshend, Vt. f. l. WILDER
The above dates for the days Of the week begin.
ming with the first Monday In each month. 1859
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STATR OFVRRMOSF,
- Wiudham Couuty Court gapterpier %. p,
- Wndham County Court, September Term, lssj
MARIAN L. BOOMHOWER vs.. MALCOLM c. BOON.
HOVER

whereas Mariah T. Boomhower Of Jamaica 10 sAd
county, has this day filed in this Office her petsr
against her husband, Malcolm c. BoomuOwer, nos Of
Hartford in the county Of Hartford and state VI Coz
necticut praying for divorce from hin for the CAVE
Of wiliul deserton since June lst, Iss0 and i-f b.
gross wanon and cruel neglect to support r. he BE-
ing Of Sufficient pecuniary ability 10 do also pay
ing for the custody Of their minor child, Jennie
BOomhower; which petition il returnable to the ten
Of this court next to be holden at NewfAue within
and for said Wiudham county on the second Tuesdly
Of September, A. D. 1888. And it appearing that tie
said hellee resides without this state, therefore Il
ordered that the said Mariah L. BoOmhuwer Motif
tue said Malcolm c. BOOmhower Of her said petition
aud the term Of the court to which It is returuabty
publishing the substance of her said petition v!i.
this order for three weeks successfully in the Ve..
mont Phoenix printed at Brattleboro in said county
the last publication TO be at least six weeks previous
10 the session Of said court to which u l. r.urnsb
which publication will be deemed sufficient notice f0i
him TO appear and make answer to the same
Given under my hand at BrattlebOrO in said county
the 9th day Of July, A. D., 1888.
KlTTREDGE HASKINS, Deputy Clerk
+. L. WATERWAYS, Petitioners Attorney.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13
OUTSIDE GARMENTS

for Ladies' wear, now offer
more really elegant goods than
can usually be found outside the
large cities. Have style, fit and
make not to be found elsewhere
in this, or the surrounding towns.
Wraps 1000 to 5000, Jerseys
$50 for the 300 one, 800, $50
and 1000.
Jersey POIOnaiSe 7.75 regular
1000 one, Black JerSey-fitting
Jackets 800, $50, and 1000.
Can tell one of our Jackets as far
as you can see it.
To close out lot OF Dress goods
l have picked out 20 to % pieces
of goods, heretofore sold for % to
Bic yd., TO close at
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

What makes cry and folks say : naughty?
Cause stomach ache and sore is my monty;
Cause, too, can't sleep, nd worms bite zc belly
Fever "a say. Feel like was Jelly.
Guess your babies cry, Dick and Victoria,
When mamma's gone, and don't have Castoria.
You're right; they fairly yell" There, UncleCy
Cousin Frank have Castoria-he don't cry.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

have been afflicted for 90 years during the months
Of August and September, with Hay Fever and have
trled various remedies without relief. induced
TO Try Elys Cream Balm, have used II with favorable
results and can confidently recommend it to all SINH
l9rly aihicted. RoBERT W. TowNLEY (ex-mayor) Eliz-
abeth, N. j.
nave Deen Hay Fever sufferer for three years;
have often heard Ey's Cream Balm spoken of IN m
inquest ermsi did not take much stock in it because
Of tue many quack medicines. A friend persuaded
me 10 Try the Balm, and did with wonderful sue
cess rms accommodation you use for the benz
Y. Price so cts. "
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lgS4D
dF
HAWLEY
NOW OFFERS choice
bargains in Fine Black
Dress Goods just pur-
chased in New York at
closing prices.

One piece Drap de AIma,Sil
warp, very fine quality $17j
yd,, worth $500
One piece Henrietta Cloth,
silk warp, 500 yd., worth
SL2j.
One piece each Surah Royal
wool DiagOnalS, at $500, 1,2j
and 1875 a yd.
One piece Iron frame wool
Grenadine Bunting, 8jc. yd.
worth 500,
Two pieces Iron frame Bro
Cade, pure silk Grenadine,
$500, formerly, S2.5.
New lot COlOTGd Dress Fab
riCS in faVOrite new shades
at 4jC 10 75C yd., sold for
more earlier in the season.
u dOZ. Black MOSquetaire,
brilliant LiSIe Gloves, finish
ed fingers, kid-iitting, plain or
laced arm. Extra good. 7jc
pair, worth 81.
New LOT Ladies' Solid Color
ed Hose at SOC, Ingram COlOrS.
% dOZ Gents Clicked Bal
briggan Hose Csc pair, and a
lot of 2X2 stripes in English
goods at the same price.
Lot Gents UnderShirtS and
Drawers in Fancy French
stripes, 81.
wheel GimpS," something
Kew for trimming wool dress
goods.
New assortment ."Rat-taip
FringeS at 7jc, ST., IFS, Us.
New LaceS. Special value in
Spanish LaceS at - and 30c yd.
job Lot White LaceS offered at
6 l-4c yd., all worth more.
New Curtain Laces,
Scrim, and Lace Bed Sets; two
special bargains i'm these at $3.50
and $3.50 set. Have all prices
up TO $1,000.
% MarSeilleS Quilts. Large size.
Good ones. $1.90 each. Look at
them. Am still selling best Bates
Crochet Quilts for $l.O5. Bar
gains in Barlow Jones, regular
$500 Quilts for 400.
CretOnneS in new patterns.
Ladies' COIOred Skirts, new rs.
sentiments.
In stylish
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13
FISTULA g. PILES

Cured without use OF the IA niTe.
WILLIAM READ M D., Harvard, 1912 and ROB
EhI Nj. READ On. D., Harvard, 1876, Al SUM me r
street, B0stOn, give special attention to the
treatment Of ElAICLA, PILES, AND ALI
DIhEASES OF THE RECTUM, without
detention from business. Abundant referen ces given
fanPnlSIs sent on aphlcaton. 1y7
Oflce HOurs-l2 to 4 O'Clock r. n. (oxcept Sundavs,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

You are hereby notified that CHARLIE, DFu5ys
administrator upon the estate Of said d-flsssT -
presented 10 this Court petition praying s.r -.
10 sell the whole Of the real estate Of sail 3.tas8
uatcd Ia Whitugham in said district of wa-sl.- ~
also has filed what purpOrts TO be the ort.fr+ f--
the heirs residing IN this state TO such slIa ana -
this court Will decide npon said petition a. the s4
thereof TO be held at the Probate Office iu rrssrt
on the FIRST Saturday Of Aug, A. b. lssg gl., ~
where you may be heard in the PREMISE. ID -
cause. p +. W. STODDARIi Ha5.s.s.
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ltTATE OF VERMONT. wc.im-n.,-----

> Tho Probate Court Tor said pi.ttiea,o o.
TO all persons interested in the estate Of Adm ,
BROOK, late Of Townshend in said district dtca,,,l5
- ,,,.,,,,,,, ,,,o,r,- . Erecting
in named has presented 10 this court as 80
ment purportiug TO be the last vii I'd ~ Il
ceased, for prObate!-YOu are hereby tst.f-l.'.
this Court will decide upon the probate ID ~ =
strumcnt az the session thereof 20 b. hsfFs,.-
Probate ONCE IN TOwnshend, ia said Di.tr.- \, --
thirtieth day Of July, A. d. 1853. 4ias s-s
where you may appear and contest the sars. Il ,--
see cause. q G. i. EDDY r.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13
Nd % VEnMONT. Mamma. J.
CTATR OF VERMONT, Marl6o,. gs

= Tho Probate Court for saId bi.l.s
To all persons interested in the estate of ntV91.
Copeland Of Wardsboro in said District d,ss.L
ed, Gref,i,aN
Whereas G. II. COPELAND has proseui,l W. Z
Court Instrument purportng to be the asi Wiiu.
said deceased, for probate You are hereby ttIs
that this Court will decide upon the probate a. neg
instrument at a session thereof TO be- beld q, aH
probate Office in Brattleboro on the first Saiu,5 'l
contest the same, If you see cause. '''' 'la
u J.. W. STODDARD Regia,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

Ask for Weiss "Rough on Corns." 15c. Quick
complete, permanent cure. Corns, warts, bunious.
The power of mans virtue should not be measured
by his special efforts, but by his ordinary doing.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

suffered with dyspepsia for IS years." writes Jno
Albright Esq, of Columbus, o. "SdntaritaH Nercine
cured meas 1t always cures such disorders Get at
Dost thou love life then do not squander time, for
that Is the stuff life is made of.-[Franklin.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

Dyspepsia dampcns the ardor Of many aspiring
soul, Why suffer from dyspcpsa2 Why be frighten-
ed over disordered kidueys2 Why continue the mis-
cradle life of dyspeptic neryeless mortal? Browns
Iron Btters will surely cure you. II has permanently
cured thousands Of cases where other remedies only
Afforded temporary relief. Ask your druggist con-
corning its merit. Try sample bottle and you will
be relieved Of further mental and physical distress.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13
Maud MuIIcr and The AnnI...

Maud Muller stood one summer day,
Quietly raking the new-mowu hay.
In the apple orchard, plain to be seen,
Was plenty Of fruit, both hard and green.
Rashly she ate green apples till she
Was doubled up like the letter V.
with pain in her stomach and a tear in her eye,
Maud Muller thought she would surely die.
But soon came an end Of her woful grief,
For Pain-killer brought her sweet relief.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

NEGETISE.-By its use you will prevent many of the
diseases prevailing in the spring and summer
Industry am de peg on which plenty hangs her hat
-tLmekiln MaXims.
"Indeed, hardly know just how it came about,
said Mrs Stubs to her neighbor, Mrs. spauding 81
only know that Dr. Johnston said had heart disease
and must die from it. had read about the wonder
full cures effected by Dr. Graves's Heart Regulator
sent to Blossoms drug store and bought dollar bot
tie of it, and it cured me. Take my advice, my dear
Amelia, and get bottle for yourself" The above is
fair sample of the manner in which people talk
about this wonderful medical discovery.
Our brayes lessons are not learned through success,
but misadyenture.
Drs. Newton & Blair, Buckhannon W. Va, report
that Browns Iron Bitters giving general satsiac.
ton
Ayers Pills possess the positive virtues of some Of
the best known medicinal plants prepared and COM
bned with scientific skill-rcjecting the crude and
drastic portions and retaining only the active princi.
ple-the part which cures and does not harm If YOU
are sick, try them.
BE noble and the nobeness that lies
IN other men, sleeping, but never dies,
VIII rise in majesty to meet thine own.
We feel that doing the public a favor in call
ing their attention particularly to Hoods Sarsapara
This is not patent medicine but is proprietary ar
tcle possessing real curative properties, and its effects
upon the blood are very positive. Spring debility
biiousness dyspepsia, and all troubles caused by i'm
pure blood, readily yield to this excellent medicine
We think those who give it trial for that "out Of
sorts feeling from which many suffer and is pccu-
liar to this season. will be quite satisfied with the
suits.
Headstrong liberty is lashed with woe.--[shakspere
DR.. Benson's Skin Cure is without peer. 1t con-
ssts of both external and internal treatment and costs
only 81 per package at druggists.
True dignity: In Boston the gnat is known as Ma
thaniel.-tLouisville COurier-Journal.
~ Every color Of the Diamond Dyes Is perfect and
unequaed for brilliancy See the samples of colored
cloth at druggists
Geo. W. Knapp of WahGm, Mass, says: 81 have
removed an enlargement on my horses knee which
" spronounced incurable by the Of Elliss Spay-
in Cure think this is very hlttering testimonial
It IS only one Of many hundred, however. Thanks
all the same.
Passionate persons like men who stand upou
their heads they see things the wrong way-[Plato
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

n. s. Hercn Of Beverly, Mass, writes: Your Wheat
Bitters are excellent for indigestion.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13
Thirteen Years Dy.pep,Ia

Passionate persons like men who stand upou
their heads they see things the wrong way-[Plato.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13
Flies and Hugs


Flies, reaches, ants, bedbugs rats, mice, gophors
,hipmunks, cleared out by Trough on Rats" 15c.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13
WeIIs's Rough ON Corr..,

De biggest balloon be packed in a barl when de
gas am out.-Limekiln Maxms.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

ny WtTs My Apple TITIs. 10 and Zoe
Mrs. c. b. Hamilton So Brown street Portland Me
writes have used your Wheat Bitters and highly
recommend them to all.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

NEGEr1SE.-By its use you will prevent many of the
diseases prevailing in the spring and season.
Industry am de peg on which plenty hangs her hat
-[Limekiln MaXms.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

Its remarkable results in disease universal aud
with such a variety Of characteristics Catarrh,
prove how cGectually Hoods Sarsaparla acting thro
the blood, reaches every part Of the human system.
medicine, like anything else, be fairly judged
only by its results. We point with pride 10 the go-
rous record Hoods Sarsaparil has entered upon the
hearts of thousands Of people it has cured Of catarrh
little fellow in Lawrence who went to the circus
was very much interested In the musical steam cao-
pc. He called II ''hOt piano, and thought the
who played on it would surely burn his fingers.
81 roulint be irihoW DR.. Bcnson's Cciery and
ChdmonHe Pils il they Gust 81 a pW Thcycurcd nee
IF neuralgia Of nine gears standing" Snyder
Of Paxious, Pa. Soc box at druggists.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13
Gorged Livers and Gall.

They understand but little who und crstand o
what can be explained.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

Weiss Health Remover restores health and vlgor
cures Dyspepsia, Impotence, Sexual Debility. 81
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

From Mcssrs. l., @. Honors h Son, 800 Chestnut-st
Lynn, Mass, comes tho following: "Ellis's Spawn
Cure cured one Of our horses Of large bone SPAWN
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legal Notices.
STATE OF VERMONT, M.rpo,.

LNINTE u ENNWWWT, WHfTTOr--
y The Probate Court for said t,t.,n.
To al persons interested In the estate NJ wv
pETTIs, late Of Brattleboro in said District LIZA
,-ouor, bcroi,y p,iigcd tbotut. H.. dreeuhg q
upon theallowance OF the account OF Is. n uFpqg is
Executor Of the last viii Of said deceased sti EsyE
distribution thereof TO the persons eutHisJ g.'fe
session thereof 10 be held at The Probate ogc Cos
ieboro on the first Saturday Of Aug, A. ID iss5 Brat
and where you may be heard IN the premise "lel
sec cause. n y. W. SIODDARD uc,i.t lll
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CTATE OF VERMONT, Marilaro s.

> The Probate Court for sall r..f,r.
To all persons interested in the estate of Ir-rt5-
TUCKER, late Of Heath, Mass, deceaseE
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

Virtue is a rough way but proves at night bed Of
down.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13

~ Every color Of the Diamond Dyes Is perfect and
unequaled for briancy. See the samples of colored
cloth at druggists
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1883-07-13
.TATE OF VERMONT,
= windham County Clerks Oftt
MARY HAYES vs.. TIMOTHY HAYES.

E. L. wArERMAS, Petitioners Attor
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True dignity: In Boston the gnat Is known as Ma
thaniel-[ Louisville COurier-Journal
National Republican., 1883-12-01
READJUsTERs IN COUNCIL.
Full, Free, aud Hearty Endorsement
OF Gen. Mahone's Address.

At a conference of members oc the read.
justcr party of Virginia held at the Arling-
ton hotel every district in tho state was fully
represented, ninety-six gentlemen in all be-
ing present. Hon. Lewis L. Harvie was
made chairman.
After full and free discussion of the conduct
OF the late canvass in the state of Virginia, in
which all of the gentlemen present had been
active participants Mr.. Harvic called another
gentleman to the chair, and, taking the floor
himself, made an eloquent and earnest speech,
at the conclusion of which he moved that the
address issued on tho fourteenth instant by
the chairman of the state executive commit
tee Gen. Malone, be indorsed add approved,
and by acclamation it was carried.
There was full and free expression going
to the effect that the party was we'll in line,
and rcsolute in its purpose to uphold the
principles of its platform, and to continue its
best endeavors to enforce, by every process
known to the law, the rights of citizens
guaranteed by the state and federal constitu-
tions and statutes; and ito unite cordially
and thoroughly with our friends, state and
national, and TO make common cause with
them against the bourbons, their aiders,
counselors, and abettors state and national,
by whatever name they may be designated"
The meeting was most enthusiastic through
out, and adjourned at late hour.
National Republican., 1883-12-01
Grand Hop and Presentation.

Tho grand hop given by the fair committee
of Harmony lodge No. 0, and Magenenu en-
campment No. A, l. o. o. f., and the trustees
of the hall to the lady managers OF the late
fair at odd Fellows hall came off last even
ing. The grand march. which COM
menced at $50 o'clock, was led
by Mr.. William A. Cahill and
Miss Minerva Ferrell. About fifty couples
participated. Among the ladies pesent were
Misses Julia Berry, Addio Warner, Maggie
Webster, Fannie Young, Annie Il. King,
Emma and Clara Bright, George,
Jennie and Della Jarboe, Mag
gle Dunn, Annie Mclean, Emma
and Pinkey Harrison, Julia Wright, Mrs.
Chapupion, Misses May Barker, Edith Arnold,
Lille Dom, Childs, Bertha Herrell, Alice
Thompson, Lily Rothwell, and Messrs.
Moore, Herfurth, Miller, Vogelson,
Childs, Taylor Marion Thompson, Robey,
Brown, King William +. Bright,
John w. Thompson, Richards, Harry Bright,
Torney, Morris Brothers, MITCHELL Gray,
Dunn, and Barr. Mr.. John II. King pre-
sented to Miss Minerva Ferrel handsome
gold medal on behalf the S. r. S. club she
securing the largest number of votes for the
badges at the fair. Miss Blanche Padgctt
was presented with gold ring for her sue
cessful efforts in behalf of the club.
National Republican., 1883-12-01

MACON, GA, Nov. 3O.-Ambrose West
colorcd, about 1S years old, who was con-
victed of the murder of Jas. Monroe, in
Worth county, on Sept. 10 last, was hanged
to-day at Isabella, the county seat in th,
presence of 1900 spectators. The first at
tehpt to hang the murderer was q horri-
blS failure, the ropo breaking. After the
lapse of an hour the moose was again adjusted
and the trap sprung, death speedily following
the fall. West stated that he committed the
Murder with the aid of several accomplices
and named them. He said he was prepared
ro,, and struck him on the head with u heavy
maui. Two witnesses happened to soc the
deed, and on his trial he was speedily CON
vi ,tad
National Republican., 1883-12-01
Nothing New Under the sun.

Since the adoption of standard time in this
country about 400 applications have been
filed with the patent Office for clock dials
and other devices intended to present the
twenty-four hours in a convenient manner,
aud without unduly crowding the figures to-
gether.
A large number of these applications have
been rejected by the patent office upon evil
dence found in II musty old volume, that
Prince Soltykofr once possessed II watch made
in the year 15i7, upon the dial of which ap-
peared the hours from one TO twenty-four,
arranged in two consecutive circles
National Republican., 1883-12-01
The comservatory or Music Concord.

Irhe concert of the Georgetown Conserva-
toby of music last night presented choice
pIognmme. 1t opened with the Pinsuti ar
raIngemcut, "Marche Ia Turque" more
ialniiar to. us under the name of "TRe
Turkish Pat oil; )" Gounod's ave Maria
and Berliozs fantastic "Marchc Hongroise"
1T opened with the overture of The Mari
o1ettc," which was followed by Bcnedict's
%pld Fashioned Garden :" Opus forty-hvo of
ftnsen; Gounods Spring Song" delicious
Puo Concertant," of Herr; Brodsky's
Cryst;" rhapsodie (tho fourth) by List
MI,lloys waltz song, "Oh, How Delightful y
NE overture of Rosamond; Tho Arrow and
tho Song" Mrs. Patten, Miss Libbie, and
Miss Goodall won the palm for instrumental,
and Miss Clifton for vocal excellence.