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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-07-09
Military Red Tape.
Springfield Union.l

A young woman who has been visiting
at West Point gives the following ac.
count of evening parade "The adjutant
steps out to read general orders, which
sound like this; "Tensiongenlorders-
oflicerday fourlevenfortyfour -CadetJones-
sickleaye highpriceofoats-p ortfOrduty-
looksasifwe were going to have a shower.
Then he wheels about, salutes the review
ing officer in a stained glass attitude, who
announces the dismissal of parade, the
band strikes up, officers come To front and
centre, salute, and then the cadets trot
back TO barracks. AS we walk back To
the hotel, we all say it was perfectly
splendid"
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-07-09
An Oil Ship Aground.

PROVIDENCE, July 6.-The ship John
Mann, Capt. II. Beveridge, New York
for London, with 1000 barrels of kerosene
grounded early this morning on the south
west point of Block Island, the captain
having mistaken the whistling buoy for
that at Sandy Point The keel is fast in
the sand while the vessel rolls badly.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-07-09

'Still births are included in the totals of births
and deaths
10 II. LINsLEY. Health Officer.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-07-09
Her Majesty SFaVOrite Cosmetic GlyCerin

Used 10y Her Royal Highness the Princess
of Wales and the nobility. For the skin. Com
nlcXI0n' Eruptions, Chapping, Roughness
81 90 OF druggists.
LIEBIG CO.'S Genuine Syrup of Sarsa-
parilla is guaranteed as the best Sarsaparia
IN the market. n. Y. Depot 38 Murray Street.
ljsAl10.Nw WV
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-07-09
OPINION AND COMMENT.


IPttsburg ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Farmers in Illinois have resolved to boy
colt the chinch bugs by not sowing wheat
for three seasons. The bugs are expected
to carry the matter to court, as boycotting
has been declared crime.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-07-09

The following is the standing of the
leagues up to Tuesday:
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01
Jonathan w. Cary'> Estate.

ATE or I-rpuo>,r The Honorable
~ -'''' the probate Court
DISTRICT OF CHTTENDEN. for the District of
Chittendcn.
To the heirs ana all persons Interested in the
esta.c of Jonathan w. Cary, late of Colchcs-
ter. in said District, deceased, GREETING:
WHEREAS, application hath been made to
this court in writing by the Administrator of
said estate, praying for license and authority
to sell the whole of the real estate of said
deceased representing to said. court, that it
would be beneficial to the heirs and all per-
sons interest d in the estate of said dCccas-
ed, and convert the same into money.
And bringing into court the consent and APP
probation III writing, IF all the heirs to said
estate residing in this state, and setting forth
the sltuni ion OF the real estate.
WHEREUPON, the said Court appointed
and assigned the 9Th day of January lss6,
at the Probate Court rooms, in said dist ict o
hear and decide upon said application and pc
ttiOn, and ordered public notice thereof to be
given to all persons interested therein, by
publishing said order. together with the time
ana place of hearing, three weeks successive
ly in the burlington FREE PRESs,a newspaper
persons interested in sand estate, all of which
publications shall be previous to the day as
signed for hearing.
Therefore, you are hereby notified to APP
pear before said court, at the time and place
assigned, then and therein said court, to
make your objections to the granting of such
license. If you see cause
Given under my hand, ut the Probate Court
rooms, this 2lst day of December. lSS5
GEO. W. WALES, Register
26.w3w
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01
Harvey Wright'S Estate.

STATE OF VERMONT, ! The Honorable
district Of Cbittrud.r the Probate court,
} tor the District of
Chttcndcn.
To the heirs and all persons Interested in the
estate OF Harvey Wright late. of Huntington
III suId ulslrlCt, deceased GREETING
Whereas, application hath been made to this
Court in writing 10y the Administrator of
said estate praying for license ana authority
to sell the whole of the real estate of said de-
CsaScd, for the payment of debts amt Chur-cS
of administration, setting forth therein the
amount of debts due from said dcccascd
hargCs Of administration, the amount of
personal estate and the situation of the real
estate.
WhcrcupOn, the said court appointed and
assigned the stu day of January. 1855. at the
and decide upon said application and petition.
to all persons interested therein. by publishing
SllG order, together with the time and place
of hearing, three weeks successfully in the
Burlington Free Press, II newspaper which
circulatcs in the nciIhbOrhOud OF those per-
sons interested i'm said estate all which pub
LEGATIONS shall he previous to the day assigned
for hearing.
Therefore, You are hereby notified to appear
before said court at the time and place assign
ed, then and there in said court. to make
your objections to the granting of such Ii
cCnSc, If you sec cause.
Given under my hand, at the Probate Court
rooms, this 18th day of December, 1855.
GEO. W. WALES.
2jw3w Register.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01
HOW ATHLETES TRAIN.
Two Ofthe Leading Muscle
Men Of America.
Discovery OF New Means Of Inpart-
ing Strength and Nerve,

Wv nat IL muscle -
This exclamation was made by the W. tier
after inspecting the biccps of Mr.. George Lee
Blanche, the celebrated athlete, OF ten known
as the Marine. His shoulders and arms which
were bare, showed immense layers of mus
cular growth which stood ont clearly and
were as hard rs rocks. His entire appearance
indicated person blessed with perfect health
and unusual physical powers
Have you been IN many battlcs?' asked
the writer.
"Yes, in about fifteen The last one was
with Pete Mccoy and it is probable meeting
will be arranged with Jack Dempsey some
time during the winter. | should also be
pleased To acct Dominick McCnlley ut any
time"
81 exercise n hour and Il half every day
with &C air-bug, and am careful OF my diet,
eating only meats and nourlshing food"
How about drink ~
IL do not drink anything strong, not even
tea or coffee. There is one thing, though |
have ound very valuable, and drinkit when
in training. II gives me additional strength,
and helps my digestion. | used 1t instead OF
Bass's ale, which has commonly been used 10y
trainers"
"What is it Z"
What is there about it to help You -
Il don't know exactly, but suppose it is
the peptonizcd beef, hops and malt which it is
said to contain. At all 4 e Is, II is great
help to me, and ! believe it would give
strength and health to any one who would
use It, Incrc Is PatScN sheppard. VINO trained
sullivan, and is one of the best trainers in the
country. He uses lIoptonc all the while,and
thinks the world of it,
After Il few more remarks on the subject Of
physical development the reporter babe Mr..
lie Blanche good day. and called ON Mr.. Shcp-
pard at No. II Harrison ave. Mr. Sheppard is
very courteous in his manner, and has prObab'
ly done us much to develop muscle and science
| in this country rs any other one man.
DO YOU find il dis cult to bring out the
! strength aud power OF your pupiis!' was the
| inquiry.
Not most cases. insist ON having my
/ directions f. lowed to the letter, though"
And what do you dlcctT"
&c cd exercise, PLAIN food and no liquor"
"Npnc what vcrT'
at wuS once common to let men have Bass
ale. do not now. used HOptOnic, which
/ lind is not only Il gentle stimulant, but
I strengthens the muscles and braces up the
! nerves wonderfully. Just before men get
/ through training they are liable to become A
| little nervous and not sleep well. give them
/ IIoptonic and it steadies their nerves and give.
/ them hcalthiul sleep in Il remarkable way. II
! you have never tried it by all means to So"
/ The writer left Mr.. Sheppard greatly i'm
/ pres ed with two things First, tn 1t any mar
/ or woman can increase the strength and hell
/ the nerves by proper care and diet and sec
ondly. that any preparation that combine'
nourishing qualities with gentle stmlIlan
| and can be use with such great good by
| athletes must he of the greatest benefit Il
! thousands who need to have their weakened
energies strengthened and Their health renew
! ed.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01

Owing to our enormous
trade during the whole sea-
son there was no time to
pay particular attention to
Remnants. This specially
applies to our Dress Goods
Department and we propose
to make quick work with
them, offering a variety of
fine and mcdium-class goods
in remnants and short
lengths, in many cases at
one fourth or one half the
original price. For chill
drcn : school dresses or com
bination dresses this is a
great opportunity.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01
RAILROAD MATTERS.

In their annual report the directors of
the Boston and Lowell road speak as fol-
lows; April Il contract was entered into
between the Boston, Concord and Mon
treal railroad and the st. Johnsbury and
Lake Champlain railroad, providing for
the operation of the latter road by the for
mer, ON Il guarantee that the net earnings
resulting from said operation should be
sufficient to pay the interest upon the IN
debtedneSs of the latter company. This
contract was entered into at the request
of your directors, to prevent rival inter
ests from obtaining control OF territory
which Is of great Importance to this road
so long as 1t continues the lessee OF the
Boston, Concord and Montreal railroad.
This report includes the operation of the
St. Johnsbury and Lake Champlain rail
road, now known as the Vermont division,
for six months, and your directors
are of the opinion that there will
be but slight loss for the
first years operation, and there are
good reasons for believing it will
soon be self sustaining. The condition of
the road and property upon coming into
our possession was such its to require the
immediate expenditure OF Il considerable
amount of money - put itln condition CT
safety. IL is believed, when these eXpen-
ditures are completed. and the road in the
condition of our other leased roads, we
shall receive a fair return rem our invest
ment, and the indirect advantages from 4
control of this property are in themselves
sufficient to compensate us tor any loss
liable to occur
The Delaware and Hudson, New York
Central and Hudson river and West Shore
railroads nave made an agreement Il
withdraw all tickets from the hands OF
outside ticket agents January |. Aftel
that date no regular tickets can be pur
chased in Albany or Troy. except at tn,
depot ticket offices of the respective com
panles,
The Montreal UCrnld. the recognize,
organ of the Canadian Pacific company
says Il working or pooling arrangement
has been entered INTO between the Crane
Trunk and the Canadian Pacific. Officer
of both roads deny this, saying that TIN
only agreement existing is tacit under
standing as to uniform rates from The
West" .~. -
John March, Jr., of Lake Village. ha
assumed the position of assistant maste
mechanic of the Vermont division of tn
Boston and Lowell railroad.
Thomas Green of Wisconsin, attending
Gree Methodist" revival services, ha
been fasting fourteen days. waiting to ge
the power"
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01
IkROOI<S LIBRARY.


tleboro--A Model Public Library
building.
The plans for Brattleboro's free public
library which the town Is to have through
the munilicence and public spirit of George
j. Brooks nave been awarded to Architect
j. NJ. Currier of Springfield Mass, and
the following description is given by the
Springfield UniOn: "The building will
be known as the Brookss Library, taking
the name of its donor and Will be II struc-
ture 50X2S feet with wing 80 1-2X10 feet
for the library proper the basement being
seven feet out of the ground. The foun-
dation will be constructed of regular
courses of ASHER granite with cut border
and rock faced stone. The superstructure
will be of pressed bricks furnished by the
Glens Falls terra Gotta and brick com
pany, NTH Longmeadow brownstone
trimmings and will also have cut borders
rock faced The window sill courses will
havea liberal amount of terra Gotta bands.
The porch which will be what is termed
an enclosed one, jutting out only three
feet from the main building, will have
tsrra Gotta panels in the apex of the gable.
In Il brOwnStOne course under the panel
will be cut the date 1856 and underneath
that the inscription, Brooks Library
The gable will be COPIED with IOngmead-
ow brownstone and the ridges will be
ornamented with terra Gotta cresting.
The above combination of materials in the
construction of the building will greatly
heighten its appearance architecurally
and otherwise. Surmounting the roof
VIII be Il Ventilating tower in which Will
terminate the ventilating pipes from the
lavatOries The roof will be slate. In
each of the basement rooms in front
there will be mullOn window and in the
sides of the rooms there will be tripet
windows. The rooms of the main floor
will have similar windows. The building,
which will set back thirty-One feet from
the street will be entered by Il flight of
eleven steps of cut granite at the sides of
which will be Il cast iron railing with
granite posts at the foot one ON each side.
At the top of the steps passing through
swing doors the porch ING is reached
which leads to the main VcstiDule 10 l2X9.
At the right Is II reading room lSN2l feet
and on the left directly opposite gentle
mans reading room OF the same dmen-
sions In each of these rooms there will
be open fireplaces. Both the reading
rooms will be finished in California red
wood Returning to the vestbule the
visitor passes directly into the room l3N2O
feet for the reception and delivery of books
in the centre of which will be placed the
librarians desk from which an unOb-
structed view can be obtained of the YES
THULE the reading rooms and the libra
ry room At the librarians right is Il tot
let room for men beyond which is Il ladies'
toilet to which entrance is obtained from
the ladies reading room. Atthe left of the
librarians desk is Il hallway l3X I - feet
from which Is Il stairway leading to Il side
entrance in the basement. Extending be
You'd the general delivery room is the
library proper 80 Mo feet which will be
finished III Georgia pine The library
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01
Eeo;rl l1uties@.
Amos IIobart's Estate.

We. the subscribers having been appointed
10y the Honorable the Probate Court for the
District of Chittcndcu. commissioners to re-
cCiVc, examine ANA adjust the claims aud jc-
mundS of all persons against the c~tuic Of
Amos Hobart. late OF Essex. IN said d's-
trict, deceased, and also all claims and de
mand4 exhibited in Offset thereto: and SIX
months from the day of the date hereof, being
allowed 10y said Court tor that purpose, we do
therefore hereby give notice that we Will AT
tend TO the business Of our appointment, at
the ONCE of VI. A.lIlnphum in Essex, in sad
district, on the last Saturdays of January aud
May next, AT 10 O'clock II. m. on each of said
DAYS.
Dated this sth day of December, 1885.
JOB BATES, commissioners
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01
Ira Shattuck's Estate.

STATE OF VERMONT, To all persons con-
District of Chittcndcn. ccrncd in the estate
Of Ira Shattuck late of Burlington, in said
district, deceased.
GREETING
At a Probate Court, holden at Burlington
within and for the District of Chittcndcn. ON
the 10th day of December, 1855, an instrument,
purpOrting to be the last will and
testament of Ira Shattuck, late of Iur-
lngtOn. in said district deceased, was present.
ed to the Court aforesaid for probate,
and it is ordered 10y said Court that
the 9th day of january, lSS6, at the Pro-
bate Court rooms in said Darlington, be
assigned for proving said instrument: and
that notice thereof bc given TO all persons
concerned, by publishing this order three
weeks successfully in the burlington Free
Press, newspaper printed at said I}urliug-
ton, previous to the time appointed.
Therefore, you are hereby notified to appear
before said Court, at the time and place utOrC-
said. and contest the probate of said will, if
you have cause.
Given under my hand at Burlington. in sale
District, this 18th day of December, 1855.
GEO. W. WALES. Register.
.,p'l,,.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01

The Burlington daily FREE PRESS comes
to us enlarged and printed in quarto form,
pasted and cut. The FREE PRESS is II
very able and excellent paper. and Yer
monters should be proud of having such Il
prosperous daily published III the State.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01

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letter, Chuppcd Hands, Chilhains Corus, and
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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01

Mr.. Geo. V. willing, of Manchester Mich.
writes MY wife has been almost helpless for
five years, so helpless that she could not turn
over in bed alone. She used two bottles of
Electric i}itters, and is so much improved, that
she is able now to do her own work"
Electric Btters will do all that is claimed
for them. Hundreds of Testimonials attest
their great curative powers. Only nifty cents
Il bottle ut Beuupre LOwrcy',
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01
About One Hundred
Fine Garments

In our (IOUH Department to be
sold. WOW is yOurtimc. Don't
forget it. We propose to
make lively work with our
whole stock during the
next month.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01
[St. Johnsbury Republican. !

The Burlington FREE PRESS, by long
odds the best daily paper in Vermont,
has just come out in eight-page form,
speaking eloquently for its success
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01

Thomas Green of Wisconsin, attending
Free Methodist" revival services, has
been fasting fourteen days. waiting TO get
the power"
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01

was troubled with Chronic Catarrh and
gathering in my head, was very deaf at times,
had discharges from my ears, and was unable
to breathe through my nose. Before the Sec
ond bottle of Ely's Cream Balm was exhaust
ed was cured, and to-day njoy sound health
C. j. CORBIN, 923 Chestnut ST., Field Mama
ger, Philadelphia Pub House, Pa. See udv't.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01
Lyman & Aliens.

80 Until further notice our stores will be
closed every evening, except Saturday, at d
o'clock. 30S,uNwtf
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1886-01-01

4 l.uwrcy.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-05
SoUTH y.iSHINGTON.

Only one poor tramp bu1cted hy the
cold wide Of last night, found his way to
the lodgcf5' room at the police station.
The police arc enforcing the law on per-
sons not having the Snow removed from
Sidewalks within twcnty-four hours after
the storm. The real estate agents having
charge Of uroccupicd property in this sec
tiun have been notified to have the side
walks cleaned Immediately
a musical and literary concert will be
given at the Fifth Baptist Church this even
ing under the auspices Of the Mite Society,
the proceeds TO bc used In rcfurnishing the
sunday school. An excellent programme
has been arranged and the entertainment
will doubtlcssly be q thoroughly enjoyable
and financial success.
Joseph Coursey, colorcd man, residing
at No. 1882 Third street southwest, was
removed 10 Frecdman's Hospital yesterday,
and will undergo the amputation of his
left arm today, US the result from neg
lccitd sore ON his hand, from which morti-
fcation ensucd.
Joseph Corrgau, an iucorrigible twelve.
yearold step son Of James frawey, resld-
ing at No. 33l & street southwest, was ar.
rested last night on complaint OF his father
for stealing a iive-dollar bill from trunk
in the house.
Miss Cora Harper Of Loudoun County,
Va, is visiting at the residence OF her sis
ter, Mrs. u. J. Harper, No ass q street
southwest.
Mr. NJ. l.. Andrews of South Washington,
well known IN religious circles, was mar
red at Highland, n. ", on Wednesday to
Miss Elizabeth Wardle by Rev. y. X. War
die, father of the bride They will reside in
this city.
The missionary meeting that was TO have
leon held at Ryland Chapel last evening
was postponed ON account OF the weather.
The Washington critic., 1886-02-05
nEST niSMiNGYOM

The stockholders of the Fourteenth
Building Association Of Georgetown have
decided TO close out aud take what money
pro rata they can obtain on their stock.
The finance committee were Of the opinion
that If all the Indebtedness could be gotten
in each Shareholder could be settled with
pro rata at IS cents on the dollar. After
short discussion 1t was decided to close up
the concern at once and pay pro rata maxi
ing payments when the financial condition
OF the association would admit until all
Of the money had been disbursed among the
stockholders. The first payment VIII be
made at an early day, and, II Is expected
will lie at the rate Of $50 per share
The thirteenth weekly meeting of the
West End Choral Union was held last even
ing In the West-Street Chapel. Several of
the previous meetings have been disturbed
10y the disorderly actions OF body of hood
lums who, although belonging TO some Of
the hest families in town, have conducted
themselves In anything but a Centlemanly
manner. The last few days of cold weather,
however, has frozen the nonsense out OF
them, ard they were all that could be
wished at last evenings meeting. 1t Is TO
he hoped that they will continue to behave
themselves in future, as Professor Robin.
tcn's patience Is exhausted.
Tomorrow evening the second german OF
inc New tCrlnan CluD oil THIS place Will be
held at the home Of Miss Clara Libbey at
the northeast corner of Thirtleth and
streets.
The deep snow is causing much distress
among the poor OF the town, and all con
tributlons will be thankfully received at
the Office Of the Associated Charities, on
Thlrtieth street, opposite the postofllce.
Miss Latham, the accomplished daughter
of George J.. Latham. whose sudden death
was noticed in Tuesdays CRITIc, was
buried yesterday from the residence OF her
father, on Thrtieth street
Temperature and condition of water at I
n. m.-Great falls, temperature, 32; condl.
ton, 10; receiving reservoir, temperature, 36
condition at north connection, u; condition
at south connection, 80; distributing reser
yoir, temperature, 30: condition at innuent
gatehouse, 8; condition at elllucnt gate
house, g.