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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18
NATIONAL GUARD ASSOCIATE
Call on Nr. Cleveland and Receive His
Blessing.

WAsHINGTON, Dec. l6.-The convention
of the National Guard association in SEES
sion here this morning proceeded in Il
body to the White House where they had
an appointment to meet the President.
They were received in his private office
and We're introduced by Col Bridges,
formerly on Mr. Cleveand's staff when
governor of New York. Delegates were re
ceived cordially and an Informal talk fol
lowed in regard to the bill which it is
proposed to bring to the attention of
congress. The President said he was
much interested in the State militia and
from his experience while governor, he
could appreciate the necessity for such or
ganizatiOn in every State, and thought it
was a matter well worthy the COnSdcra-
ton of Congress, and he wished the assO-
citation success in the objects for which
it had convened in this city. They called
on Gen. Sheridan and the Secretary OF
War
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18

a Race for $500 with 1869 IL Ems in
Four Hours for the Victor.

NEW YORK, Dec. 1.-THE typ"-setting
match for $500 II side, between William C.
Barnes of the World and Joseph Mccain
of the Herald came off at the publishing
house of Frank Tousey. The men began
work at HOS IA. m, and finished at 3 D.
IN. At that time Mccain had set up SOG?l =.
ems and Barnes 1881 ems. When the cor
rectlons had been made and the number
of lines deducted which each had lost
through mistakes, it was found Mccain
had 1852 ems to his credit and Barnes
G3i6. Mccain was declared the winner.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18
SENSATION IN PARIS.
A Portion of Bridge Over the Seine,
Built in 1862, Falls.

PARIS, Dec ia sensation was caused
here to-day by the collapse of portion of
Pont Neuf, which connects He de la Cite,
on which is situated the cathedral of Notre
Dame, with both sides of the river Seine.
1t is the largest bridge in Paris and one
of the oldest, having been constructed in
1862 In its centre is bronze statue of
Henry ". Thousands of people have
gathered in the vicinity, watching the
bridge, as it is feared it will collapse alto
gether. A heavy rise in the Seine caused
destruction to the bridge The water con-
tinues to rise and disastrous floods are
feared
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4 LARGE BLAZE.
One Colored Fireman Killed and an I'm
mense Pecuniary Loss.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla, Dec. 1.-THE fire
on Bay street was stopped this morning at
Kohn and Benedicts store. About . a.
M a portion of the front wall of the Obell
block fell, crushing four colored tiremen,
one of whom, William Bradley, was in
stantly killed. The other three were badly
but not fatally injured. a white fireman,
GOtf, was badly cut on the head by falling
bricks During the day "A man working in
the debris was suflocated. F'iremen are
still playing ON the smouldering ruins.
The loss is estimated at S450,00O, and the
insurance at $500 600.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18
MIR. RASDAIL'S BILL.


Nidcd for.
WAsHINGTON, Dec. li.-Mr. Randall has
prepared bill for introduction in the
House, providing for the filling of vHcan-
cies in the offices of President and Vice
President. 1t provides first, that the Presi-
dental electors shall hold their offices for
the term of four years. Second, that
whenever in case of the removal, death or
resignation OF the President, the Vice
President shall have become President,
the electors shall meet in their respective
States and elect another Vice President
In case of the removal or death of either
the President or Vice President, the Sec
rotary of State shall notify the several
States thereof and they shall forthwith
notify the electors to meet on the first
Wednesday next ensuing after the eXpira-
ton of one month from and after the no
tice and select President and NicePresi-
dent
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18
Insurance in Vermont Mutual

Better and cheaper than stock. The old es-
tabIshcd rate in the Mutual ON dwellings and
farm property is 40 per cent, and the aver.
age assessment each year for 5S years is 3ls
per cent. The lowest stock rate ON the same
class nj property is per cent for yeas. For
example take four policies FOR years with in
tcrest ON every payment and assessment II ON
tho tlmn mnNn.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18

Three ladies sharp, as ladies are,
Left Winoosld, Saturday, in the Woodbury.
car.
want to buy shoes, says one to the other,
| have plenty of time, and will see wht thcr
MCMAHON, the shoeuan, lives up to his
ads"
And sells shoes cheaper than the rest of the
lads.
They all wanted shoes twas soon found out,
And the Star shoe store they went on talk
ing about.
when all other shoe stores they thoroughly
tried,
They crossed to McMAHON's on the other
side.
Zone dollar fifty there, now, do you mind
over there twas two dollars for the very
same kind.
scvcnty-hvc cents for Alaskas? WELL now,
that is cheap.
When --- asked dollar, thought he was
steep.
DO up all those shoes that's laid out, if you
will.
Twenty-Five sixty you said was the bill.
There is ninety and fifty and one twenty-five
| have saved in this store, sure as you're alive
We will speak good word to our friends at
the Falls,
And from us he prepared fornumcrous calls.
We've HAD experience, therefor we know,
That you sell honest she es and your prices are
low.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18

a single trial of DR.. Henry Baxter's Mand-
rake Bttcrs will convince any one troubled
with costivcncss, torpid liver or any kindred
diseases of their curative properties They
only cost % cents per bottle.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18

DO not suppose that because it is recon-
mendcd for animals that Arnica 81 Oil Lini-
ment is AN offensive preparation. 1t will not
stain clothing or the falrest skin.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18
WHAT WAS 1T, JOHN.

That made your face so free and clear from
pimples, said his sweetheart. Why, don't you
know, Evaf For over II year | took every
thing ! could think of without helping me,
then bought two bottles of sulphur Bitters,
and now haven't one pimple on my face. 1t
is the best blood cleanser | ever saw.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18
IL perfectly pure soap may be
made.

It is to he regretted that names world re-
ndwncd i'm the making of toilet soap would en-
pluy adultcrantS.
Bodies foreign 10 Il pure soap, however small
in quantity, though lucrative to the makers o.
the soap, are not beneficial to the consumers.
Ladies should not and d. not desire to ir-
ritatc the delicate surface OF the skin. or III.
its minute pores, and thus Oh>truCt their
healthy action, which would result from the
constant use of an adultcratCd soap.
| therefore cordially commend to them and
to the community in general the employment
of
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contains q. ?0f per cent of Silicate of Mag
nesia, or Tale, and
,h;o,c contains OO37@ per cent of
AuOiii D ~iliCate of Magnesia, with
- traces of Iron.

The late Prot. JuStUs Icbig said that 9TH,
degree of civilization of people may be
judged 10y the amount of soap used by it |
will add thai the purity of the article en-
plOycd by humanity for tuict purposes iudi
Gates their intelligence.
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Large Lines Placed at IA Moments Notice.
GIVEN.
- Correspondence and orders by mail or
telegraph faithfully attended to. Special IA
cilitcs Tor placing insurance for other gents.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1885-12-18

1t has been custom this to a MARKED
DOWN SALE ofWINTER GOODS We shall now follow
usual practice, but deem it only necessary to an
nounce the fact that we have made a SLASfING
CUT in the prices of
Sacramento daily record-union. [volume] (Sacramento [Calif.]) 1875-1891, 1885-08-10
decorations in honor of the obsoquies OF



LoNDoN, August 8th.-Ihe American Ie-
CATION and offices Of the American Consul
General are closed to-day oCt of respect to
the memory OF General Grant. The Amer
lean Exchange building is draged in black
and Americans generally are Deserving the
day.
PARIS, August 5th.-The memorial serr-
ices in honor Of Genera! Grant ,ere held
IN the American Chapel to-da~. MANY
French officials and representative Of for
eign powers attended the ceremony. All
members Of the American Legation were
present, as were those Of the Consalate.
Many members of the American Colony
were also in attendance During the sery-
ices Il message from President Cleveland
was read.
CITY OF MEXICO, August Sth. The
American residents here held memorial
services for General Grant at the Methodist
Church to-day. Rev. John ~ Butter pre-
sided, and was assisted BY all the American
clergymen III the city. An eloquent eulogv
was pronounced BY United States Minister
Jackson. Among the many distinguished
MeXicans present We're President DiaZ the
members of his Cabinet, and number of
army officers wearing bands { f Grape on
their arms, and the diplomatic corps. The
music was furnished by the famous Zapa-
dotes military band. The number of per
sons who desired to show respect and
sympathy was SO large the church could
not contain all those who endeayored to
obtain admission.
THE PACIFIC COAST.
SAN FRANcIsco, August Sth-The Pacific
coast was no exception to the rest of the
Union III observing respect to the memory
Of the great chjeitain, but IN every city,
town and hamlet the occasion was appro-
priateiy cOmmemUrated.
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SPECIAL BY TELEGRAPH To TIE reconD,uuoS.
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THROUGHOUT THE EAST AND SOUTH
New YORK, August Sth.-Reports from
all the Eastern and Southern cities indicate
that the day has been generally observed
everywhere. Large and imposing process
sions aud services in churches were The or
der Of the day in many places, and all dis
patches speak of extensive and appropriate
Sacramento daily record-union. [volume] (Sacramento [Calif.]) 1875-1891, 1885-08-10

inviting grassy slopes. BY the time the
literary exercises had begun there were
many thousand persons present md 1t was
difficult for 4 Ia e-cSmer 10 sc; within
hearing distance Of the speakers.
Exercises at the Capitol.
Mayor Brown, as President OF the Day,
called the vast assemblage to order, and
opened the exercises with the following re
marks:
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ALONG THE LINE OF MARcH.,

NEW YORK, August Sth.-All night long
carpenters with saws and hammers were
busy ON Broadway, and when this morn
ngs sun climbed up out of the sea and
shed It's brilliant light upon the parks the
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1885-03-05
Resolutions of Respect and Coincidence

At a meeting OF the oiiircr- VI the Metho-
lowing resolution. were presented and adopted
HheredS, An Ai-wise Father hs- removed
BY death our beloved brother and pastor. the
Rev. Abner ;. Townsend: we would express
our grateful appreciation OF hiS character both
II man and minister OF the gospel OF
Christ. Therefore.
Hes"fred. That in Brother Townsend We
recognized the upright citizen. the safe adviser
the true Christian gentleman and the able and
successful preacher ana expounder OF the
Word Of Life
Resoicet, Tina; We here record our high APP
probation of his earnest, wise and successful
labors with Us. both in spiritual and temporal
things.
RcsDieed. That we hereby express our pro-
found regret and sorrow nj the great loss that
We, a. individuals. and a. church. have .tIs-
tanned by his death and that we shall ever hold
hi> memory in the highest esteem.
Hesplced, That we extend TO his bereaved
family our heartfelt sympathy. and pray that
the divine sympathy and guidance may be
theirs through life and that an abundant en-
trance may be given them into the home pre-
pared for the beloved OF the Lord.
ResDired. that copy OF these resolutions
be presented 10 the bereaved family and be
spread upon the records OF the church. and al
so d copy be forwarded 10 the ELLSWORTH
AMERICAN for publication.
b. I. sOWLE,
See. of Official Board of Methodist Episcopal
Church. Ellsworth. Ne.
March 3, 1sS5.
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senger, all OF Sedgwick. Capt. Allen, the hero
Of the foregoing sketch, was born at Sedgwick,
Nov. .. ITS, and after long and eveniful life
died In 1873. near the place of his birth, aged
95 wears.
A man Of great force Of character, energetic
aud perseyering In purpose, and with cour-
age never known TO falter. he became q some
what marked man of his time. Upon his ar
rival in Boston, where an account of his ex-
ploits preceded him, he was rendered quite an
ovation by some of the leading citizens. and
presented with an eiegsn, sword, on the seab-
bard Of which was engraved the names Of the
parties, and brief reference TO the events
above referred TO.
After the close of the war Capt. Allen be-
came quite extensively engaged in mercantile
pursuits, and built several vessels at what Is
better known to the older inhabitants AS the
Birch land" now called North Brooklin.
where most of his long life was spent.
Of the brave men concerned in the events
narrated. none are now living. Capt. Allen
left large circle OF connections. many of
whom reside in Brooklin. Mr.. John smith.
who was lost nj many wears since, was the
father of T.. h. Smith. Esq. one OF the leading
citizens of that town. Mr.. Sellars also left de-
scendanis residing there.
Ca>iine, Feb. -, 1875. L.. 7.
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Rev. Abner s. Townsend.

Rev. Abner :. Townsend was born in the
town of Calais in july 1888. being one ola fam
iIy Of six children. three OF whom survive him.
When nine year. OF age his father removed
10 the town OF Alexander, and upon large
farm established his home. which place has
been the family home until within few years
In the schools of Calais, Alexander and in the
academy at North Yarmouth, Young Townsend
secured good education, which together with
great natural ability. amply qualified him for
the business relations Of his young manhood
and the professional labors OF his maturer
years From his childhood he was the fsyorite
grandchiid and frequent companion Of his
grandfather Abner Sawyer, prominent bust
ness man of Calais, and who at his death left
him large portion Of his property. Young
Townsend soon engaged in business for him
self. and being generous, social, free hearted
gentleman. made many friends in ali circles Of
society. When about thirty wears Of age he
became interested In the subject of religion
and was converted while attending series of
meetings which were being held in the town Of
Alexander, where he then resided. under the
direction OF Rev. b. NJ. Mitchell. a member of
the ts-t Maine conference Vi tue "e,noui,'
Episcopal oh"fcn' anu so"'' amer nc WIN NJ
"iie' became hneni"e's Vi Una. '"'' 'n
Conversion mace s'e'' e"'"se Il"
the life of Mr.. Townsend.
He broke away from the habits which he had
naturally formed u. tue 'oose a>soe.a,on, ~
"h'cn nc haa passeu 80 'han' .ea,s u NE m
ou' ui'"su '',e .n".se ;" ms '"' " az - i,'A.
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The winter term Of the E. NJ. C. Seminar,
al Bucksport closes Tuesday, March 3, and the
spring term will open March IL.
Don't fail to attend the operetta. nj Ham
cock Hall next Monday night. All lover. Of
fun. music and dancing should certainly i'm.
prove thi, opportunity.
Mr.. ". Y. McGown who 10 studying den.
tai surgery in the Office OF DIR. G. W. Bragdon.
left. Monday. for Philadelphia TO attend the
spring term of the Dental College in that city.
BY request Of the officials Of the Methodis,
Episcopal Church. Presiding Elder Libby
ha, appointed Rev. J. W. Day to the pulni,
Of their church for the remainder Of the Con.
ference year.
Tine lecture announced to be given in the
Unitarian church last Sunday evening wa.
postponed owing to the storm. The subiec,
for next sunday evening, March $. viii be
The Ancien, Religion of Mesopotama..
The members OF the :. 7. O. Y. are max
in arrangements for a Grand Masquerade Ball
to take place the last Of March In aid Of the
High school Fund. As soon a. arrangements
are completed definite date will be named
for the Ball.
4 part, Of seSenty-ive from this city took
8 sleigh ride to Fox'-, In waltham. Friday
night. where they had supper and dance. II
va delightful evening and everything con-
nc'io1 with the affair passed of TO the salts
faction Of all.
A surprise party Of twenty-five. visited
lh' residence OF Mr.. and Mr.. Walker Moore.
an Monday evening, March :. the occasion BE-
n Mr.. Moore's sixty-fourth birthday. 4
delightful evening wa. spent and number Of
presents were left by the visitors for the host
~ the occasion.
Nessrs. W. II. Il II. +. Davis. have re-
ceNei letter from Commissioner Ham. in
View Orleans, asking the price Of their buck
board now on exhibition at the Exposition and
stating that the Commissioner from the Sand
witch Islands wanted to purchase it to take to
NJ home in Honolulu.
The indications from the returns from
town, in which elections have been held are
that the people in this county are over
whelmingly in favor OF having new county
buildings. Something over 1000 majority in
favor Of tho loan for that purpose ha.
ALREADY been given. Til, i. - II should be-
A span Of horses attached 10 tn. American
House coach INDUCED in iivels runaway
Tuesday night. Starting in front Of the hotel
they came down Main street At a fyin- gait
crossed thu bridge sud disappeared over the
top Of Bridge hill. They were finally found
At apt. jesse buttons. No dsmagr hal been
done and 10 one was injured. though it Wa
lttlc loss than miracle that the, lid not run
over some ons in their race through the
street
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ShEry.
At the annual town meeting. Monday
the following officers were chosen
Modcrator-D David &. Means.
CLERK Winfield s. Greene
Selecimen- Henry II. Eldridge, Robi. +,
Carlisle, james A. Miliken.
Treasurer Frank II. Clark.
Collector-M Marcus VI. Morgan.
Supervisor Theodore IL. Murphy.
Auditor-W. $. Greene.
Fish Warden Edwin II. Torrey.
Constables Frederick ". Witham, VI.
NJ. Morgan. W. Scott rrewerry.
Voted for schools, : $50
Voted for poor, $50
Voted for insane poor. 12j
Voted for contingent, 500
Voted for reads taboTl 1900
Vote on proposal Of County Commission
ers. Yes, 81 No. IL.
Voted 800 to Josiah Cunningham on ac-
count Of injury to himself, his wife and his
team by accident a; Morgan's Bay Bridge
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Golden Wedding.


Rev. l.. :, Tripp and Miss Louisa Allen
49,. ,,,,rr;.a l., Ear,o;.,,o- N. h, r.,
Isaac Rogers. Feb'y -. 1885. and last Fri.
ana heighhois met NJ taeE FtsideHte ~
Giuehiii, TO celebrate the fittieth Anniversary
!. A., -. vh, ,L.- aol ,r,,,l
lina, ver. hath very favorable. and were
;.r..t
MANY Oh Tunes we're HHnS lNGtr tHe 1eaI-
crship os Nj thaS C.. CloGgh, with Mrs.
I..z.. w..lb.r., o,,,,.s, AL ou,k.r.d
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g That Constant Pain.

Has been upon me for years. 1t was broaghs on
BY lifting, owe. exertion, &c. while followi & my
trade said Mr.. Chas Patterson, Engineer, Ban
gor Machine Co., Bangor, Me. II got no aid until
began to use BRowN's SaRsAPARiIIa. Al
troubles caused by Kidney Disease have left me,
and my present good health is due to the use o
BRowN's SARsAPA1ILLA.'
No woman having Kidney Trouble, accom-
panied with those deep pains across the bach,
drawing down pains, dizziness, restless sleep,
&C., can expect comfort in this life until the
cause be removed This cause is Disease Of the
Kidneys, and can only be reached through these
organs. Mrs. w. P. Herrick, Of GlenhHrn, was
SO afflicted, and sought various channels for help
Hearing OF BRowS's SARsAPARILLA She tried
it, began to rally at once, and to-day enjoys good
health. Browns SARsArAsILLA is peculiarly
adapted for Kidney Disease
II had those dariing pains
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Blu.hiIl.
The weather for the past week has been
perfect.
Pearl GRAY, the three year old son of
frenk Gray. broke has leg one day lest
week. Ii was set by DR.. Bunker. who says
the little fellow stood it like a martyr.
n. \. Merrill is cutting wood near Pat.
tens Pond
Mrs. F. C. Giddngs has been quite sick
for some time.
Mrs Frank Merrill is considerably i'm
proved in health.
Rev Byron HAYES, formerly student,
in the Academy here. preached in the Con-
grega,ional church Sunday.
The Republican Town Committee for
the next two years. is II. A. Tripp Geo. G..
Long and Thomas ). Osgood.
Town officers chosen March >;
Noderaior-H. ~ Trip.
Town Clerk L. A. Stevens.
Selec'mcn-N. liinekley. A. G. Hlnck lev
u. J Allen.
Treasurer Joseph p Thomas.
Sanrr,i>or-D. W. Banker.
A.,u'-W. l. Guudlc.
AulHor- john Stevens.
Collector Levi h. Thompson.
MONTY RAISED.
schools. 1900
Free High School. 800
Support Of Poor. 200
Town Expenses. 500
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of the very best materials and in the most
thorough manner and will be fitted up with
a steam engine for hosting. When done
she will be an A ! vessel in every particu-
lar.
The schooner Rienzi. Chatto master,
from Portland, loaded with corn, -four, ETC.,
for the grange, after rough passage on ac-
count of ice. arrived the 18th inst, just out
side of our harbor, where she became fast in
the ice in dangerous position. But with
the assistance of the L. S. cutter Woodbury.,
that came through two miles Of ice at sig
nal from the schooner. she was towed into
the harbor, and is nov safe. The goods
were landed on the ice and taken TO the
grange store. Much praise is due the crew
Of the cutter for saving vessel and cargo
Feb. 70.
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Dsep seated ia snail Of back, sometimes on one
aai somesinss on both sidss, extending down
Wa 3 towards inside Of thigh, ,ca,sy and high
col urias. w:.h Cnns.' son, w,-c the syuap-
ttg,,f X ia'. Disease (, afflicted me, said
Hon. d. b. ihlmls. Treasurer Penobscot Co,
Bangor, Ne. have been cured by BRowN's
SARs trASlLLA and hsartily recommend it to my
friends
q. H. nunton. of Hampton, was foreman OF
The te~art Mine. While setting a pump he
strained himself, causing serious Kidney Dis
ease. How often this happens; sudden
wrench, an over exertion, or a violent jar brings
Kidney Disease. Mr.. Dunton would have severe
swing across the abdomen. his food would be-
come sur On his stomach, together with pains
across IL. back and hips. He tried many rem
etiieS, soust assistance in various directions, and
at last bough, BRowN's SARsAPARILLA, and by
the use OF two bottles was entirely cured.
+" Ii you have sharp pain
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So Brooksyille.
SO macy improvements have been made
here during the past year that We must
mention few of them. Capt. VIM. P. Gray
has built a convenient barn that improves
the appearance Of his premises very much.
Capt. Elmer circuit has shingled the roof
Of his house. Capt Geo. w. Gray is finishing
the cabin of his new vessel that he built last
winter and also building boat for the ves-
sci. Can't. A. NJ. Webster, during the past
summer, has raised the ell of his house one
half story. repaired his stable, re-shingled
his house and ell, put new set Of cutters
with conductors on his house, built new
cisiern in the cellar. thoroughly repaired the
interior and exterior of his buildings and
painted them the most fashionable colors
His whole establishment is nov thing Of
beauty. He is now at work on new ves-
sci for himself, Of about sixty tons capacity,
which is nearly all timbered. She Is built