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Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
CANAAN.

Jan. 17.-One of the most difficult
articles to find these days is something
to write up for news. There are one
or two scandals that have not the age
which entities the public to the right
of possession of them, and in fact it is
doubtful If they will ever do to be
printed in a respectable newspaper.
The public installation of the officers
OF the &. A. Post here was attended
by the division of Sons of Temperance
and invited friends of both orders to
the number of about 300. After the
installation exercises at the 6. A. r.
Hall, the company went to the S. Oft.
Hall, where dinner was served for a
considerable number. After which.
the company being so large, Mr..
Bonett opened the hall above, and
they were invited up there, where the
post prandial exercises were held, II.
W. Lund acting as toast master
Short speeches were made by f. s.
J Pugsley, I. Il. Mayo, A. II. Bonett, w,
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

McKinnon and others. The occasion
was a very enjoyable one throughout.
There is to be a lecture at the Grange
Hall, Sunday. Jan. %, by Mrs. a. p.
Brown of st. Johnsbury. Subject
"Spiritualism-What it Teaches" Adj
mission free. Lecture to commence at
10 o'clock, a. IN.
The ladies of the ". E. Church are
contemplating series OF entertain
ments for the purpose of meeting the
expenses of the church. The need is
urgent and the means legitimate and
it is hoped that their efforts will be APP
preciated to the extent of rendering
them sufficient aid to make it a sue
cess.
Mr.. G.. O. Holton has secured the
agency for Essex and Coos counties,
excepting Lancaster, of the new book
"Marvels of the New West" by WIN.
NJ. Thayer. This book is a valuable
additionto the literature of the day,
full of valuable and reliable informa-
ton, gotten up in an attractive style
and admirably arranged. Mr.. holton
desires an agent in every town in the
two counties, to whom he will guaran-
tee good pay. Apply at once.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
GRANNY.

Jan 16.-Miss Minnie Emery is stop
ping with her sister, Mrs. BIC. Gleason,
and attending school in District No. 1.
A. NJ. Carpenter is again on the
sick list.
A man logging for B. S. Carpenter
was liously injured about the head
last week Monday, by log falling on
him from a sled while reaching under
the load for chain. The attending
physician thinks he will recover.
Thomas Cummings of Guildhall, who
is working in Silsby's mill, got his
hand cut badly by saw last week
Tuesday. lie will probably lose one
finger.
The Silsbys' intend to run their mill
night and day soon, in order to saw
out their lumber as fast as the logs are
drawn in.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
LUNENBURGU.

Jan. 17.-The Congregational Ladies
Aid Society met with Mrs. VIM. Chand-
Ter Wednesday evening of last week,
and although one of the coolest nights
of the season, twenty-six were present
Pastoral visit at the Methodist par
sonage Wednesday afternoon and
evening of this week.
Charles PEBBLES broke his leg, frac-
turing both bones below the knee,
while logging for Mr.. Bell last week.
[The following enigma was written
by Mrs. r. Z. Chandler for au enter
tainment recently given by the Ladies
Aid Society n this to @n, and is pub
lished at the earnest request of many
readers of the HERALD.-ED.
There's wretched old giant goes
stalking about,
Walks into our houses, and then he
walks out;
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
AMONG OUR NEIGHBORs
BLOOMFIELD.

Jan. 1.-THE Nulhegan Lumber Co.
lost valuable horse last week by the
falling of tree.
Mrs. Il. s. Bartlett's mother ard sis
ter, Mrs. and Miss Sawyer, have come
to live with her for year.
We heard today that George Blod-
gett of Wheelock died Saturday the
18th inst, of pneumonia. Many in
this vicinity will remem Der his genial,
pleasant ways, and recall the many
times they have heard him sing. lie
was a great lover of music, and the
last time he was here we sang several
hours with him, and were delighted
with his execution of Will you meet
me there? 2" We would extend our
sympathy to the mourning friends,
for we know he was kind husband
indulgent father, and warm friend.
Quite number of our people are
attending the musical convention at
Littleton this week.
N. M. johnson has sold his double
tenement house to Peter Garter; price
1925 90.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Contrary to the advice of Horace
Greeley, shoemaker Sanborn has gone
east instead of West, and now sends
greeting to mourning friends from the
State of Maine.
L. B. Kendall of Clinton, Mass, was
in town last week looking after the
interests of the Good Templars here.
Mr.. Kendall is in the employ of the
Grand Lodge as State organizer of
Vermont
NJ. o. Stiles has withdrawn from the
fraternity of bat helors and taken to
himself u wife. Until this happened
we always considered Mark a steady
going man, nevertheless we wish him
prosperous and happy future.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

ESSEX DIsrRToT. IS. In probate Court
held at Gnildhall, in and for said District, on
the 18th day of January, A. D.. 1888, Gardner
J. ShoG of Bloomfield, in said District, Ad-
ministrator, with the VIII annexed of Caro-.
line NJ Stevens. late of Bloomfield, in said
district, deceased, presents his administration
account for examination and allowance, and
makes application for decree of distribution
and partition of the estate of said deceased,
according to the terms Of said Will.
Whereupon, it is ordered by said Court that
said account and apple ton be referred TO a
session thereof to be held at the Probate Office
in Guildhall, on the l4th day OF February, A, D.
1885, for hearing and decision thereon.
And il is further ordered that notice hereof
be given to all persons Interested, by publ
cation of this notice three weeks successfully
in the ESSEN COUNTY HERALD, newspaper
printed at Island Pond in SAID district, pre-
vious to SAID time appointed for hearing,
that they may show cause, if any they may
have, why said account should not be allow ed
and such decree made.
By the Court,
attest D. II. BEATTIE, Judge.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
STATE OF VERMONT, In probate Con,

STATE OF ngs VENOM In Probate Court.
holden at Guildhall, in and for said district,
on the 10th day of January, A. D., 1855, Alvin
Bartlett, Administrator of the estate of Louis
A. woodbury., late of Brighton, in said dis.
trict, deceased, makes application to SAID
Court for license to sell all of the real estate
of said deceased, to wit: The house and lot
in the village of Island Pond on which said
Woodbury. lived at the time of his death, rep
rCSenting that the sale thereof is necessary
to pay the debts and settle said estate.
Whereupon, it is ordered by said Court that
SAID application be referred to session there.
of, to be held at the Probate Office, in said
Guildhall, on the l4th day of February, a. D.,
1855, for hearing and decision thereon; ana It
is further ordered, that allpersons interested
be notified hereof, by publication OF notlce OF
SAID application and order thereon, three
weeks successfully in the Essex County Her
aid, "A newspaper published at Island Pond
and which circulates in the neighborhood OF
those interested, before said time of hearing,
that they may appear at said time and place,
and, If they see cause, object thereto.
BY the Court, attest
u. H. BEATTIE, Judge.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

For village the size of Island Pond
we think we can show more secret
societies than any other village of it's
size in this State. We have four Ma
sonic organizations, an Odd Fellows
Lodge, a Good TeInplars Lodge, q. A.
r. Post, Woman's Relief Corps,
knights of Labor, besides other societ-
les more or less secret in their make
up. All are in a prosperous aud thriv-
ing condition. 1t is expected that a
Retekah's Lodge in connection with
{ Essex Lodge, l, 0. 0. f., will shortly
be Instituted here.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
VICTORY.

Jan. 16.-The weather is cold and
business is brisk.
Some men have moved into the
shanty above the GRO ssiug and are 60
ing to put in a single mill. They
have their engine already purchased.
There was surprise party ct Blood
& Walkers last evening. The bog
mill people were the visitors. A gen.
eral good time is reported.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

As announced last week the masonic
fraternity will give sociable to the
friends of the order on Monday even
ing next, to commemorate the 30th
anniversary of the institution of Island
Pond Lodge. The programme as ar
ranged will consist of vocal and instru-
metal music, short address,%follow-
ed by refreshments, and an opportun-
ity to have {. good time generally. All
Inasons, with their friends, ARE cordially
invited.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Mr.. A. D. Barney and wife were in
town last week, the guests of Mr.. and
Mrs. Geo. s. Robinson. Mr.. Barney is
a partner of our former -townsman,
Rev. Jacob Mills, and with him owns
Sage Greek Ranch, near Utica, Mon.
tana, one of the largest sheep ranches
in that territory. Mrs. Barney Inee
Emma Scott will be pleasantly re-
mem bered by many of our citizens.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Two weeks ago as John Graham was
hauling logs to Beattie's new mill in
Maine, and while crossing the railroad
track, he was struck by an engine and
both legs broken. lie was brought
home last Wednesday by T. G. Beattie
and is now progressing favorably.
Mr.. Graham is a son-in-law of J. Lyon.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Henry Monk, who came to Island
Pond some two or three months ago
to work in the Engine House, and
Miss Gertrude b. Barnard of Preston,
Eng, were married last Monday even
ing in the Darlor of the Essex House,
by the Rev. J. N. Walker. The happy
event was witnessed by nearly all the
boarders, who presented Mr.. and Mrs.
Monk with two elegant silver napkin
holders. Refresh ments were served,
and pleasant social time followed.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Quarterly meeting at the NJ. E.
Church next Sunday. Love Feast at
10 a. IN. Rev. S. Donaldson, p. E.,
will preach at II a. IN. and p. m.
Sacrament after morning service.
Quarterly Conference at the Vestry on
Saturday evening at p. m, at which
every member of the Board is reqnost-
ed to be present.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

A petition is in the hands of our Re-
publican Town Con- mittee asking for
the formation of Republican Club.
1t has been signed by u large number
of our prominent Republicans, and
there is no doubt but that we shall
have in the near future a strong cam.
paign club.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
PubIIsher.s No,lce.

Hereafter 10 cents per line will be charged
for the insertion OF notices Of fairs. socIabIes
and entertainments, the object OF " hich Is TO
raise moneY, unless such mention Is strictly
editorial ten cents a line will also be charged
for the insertion Of resolutions aud oblt-
uaries, but birth. marriage and death notices
will be published grituitOusly. Particulars
Of gatherings, subject 10 revision, also pub
lished gratuitOuslv.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

The Roman Catholic Society are
making preparations for the holding
of bazaar and fair. One of the fea-
lures will be a voting contest for a
gold cross, the contestants being Min
ME Cushing and Julia Tracey. Other
particulars will be given as soon as
obtainable.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Fred Matava lost a silver watch on
Saturday, Dec. 81, between the rail
road station and the railroad COM
pany's wood shed. Five dollars will
be paid for its return to this office.
The watch had Waltham movement,
four ounce case, with gold hinges.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

1t is feared that owing to the Allan
Line not making its winter port at
Portland this year as usual, there will
be a considerable falling off of through
freight traffic, land a consequent reduc.
ton of train hands.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Mr.. ]. NJ. Reard On of Rutland takes
the place of Mr.. E. II. Murphy at the
Customs House here, the latter having
been removed to Montreal. Previous
to his entering the service of the Gov
eminent Mr.. Reardon was employed
as proof reader on the Rutland Herald.
We are glad to welcome him to Island
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Mr.. Bishop is making some extensive
and needed improvements and repairs
on the Stewart House, and getting it
in readiness to entertain the Grand
Lodge of Vermont, l. o. O. F., which
meets here the first of next month.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

The installation of the officers elect
of Erastus Buck Post takes place on
Friday the 27th inst, also the install
alton of the officers of the w. Il. G..
The members of the latter are request
ed to bring their husbands and sweet
hearts with them to witness the eXer-
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

want 500 agents to sell my fast SELL
ing books and to whom good pay will
be given and exclusive territory as
signed. Do not go abroad to seek
agency for books when you can Iuake
more money nearer home. Any live
man or woman can make S. per day
canvassing books in their own town.
q. Ii. Colby, Lancaster, n. II.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

a contemporary says that man in
Kentucky whose wife presented him
with flour of kind" on Christmas
Day, complains of over production.
Still, it would raise thunder if he
should seek a foreign market for his
production.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Ayers Hair Vigor improves the
beauty Of the hair and promotes its
growth. 1t prevents the accumula-
ton of dandruff, cleanses the scalp, and
restores natural color to gray hair.
Have you got Ayers Almanac for the
new wear?
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Rev Louis A. Arthur, a former
rector of Christ Church, has accepted
d call to the Parish of All Saints,
Ravenswood, suburb of Chicago, land
has entered upon his duties.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

The HERALD this week enters upon
its eleventh year of publication in Is
land Pond, it having been moved from
GuiIdhall (where it was. established in
1879 to this place in January, 1878.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
The new firm of
A. BARTLETT, SON 81 co.

Inc new HIIu VI
A. BARTLETT, SON & co.
still continue to do business at the old stand,
and invite your patronage Dut
To Trust, or not to Trust;
That is the question.
Whether it is better to ship the goods
And take the risk of doubtful payment
Or to make sure Of hat is in possession,
And, by declining hold them,
To selll to shipl perchance to losel
Ayel There's the Rub.
And when the goods are gone
What charm can win them back
From slippery debtors?
Will bills be paid when due
Or will thetime stretch out till crack of doom
What OF assignments What OF Relatives!
What of Uncles, Aunts, and Mother5-in-law
With claims for borrowed money? lpromise
What of exemptions, homesteads and the COM
That coolly offers 10 cents on the dollar?
And of the lawyers fees
That eat up even this poor pittance?
Yet sell we must;
And some we'll trust.
We seek the just;
For wealth we lust;
BY some we're Gust,
And stocks will rust,
But we skip the wust
Or we'd surely bust.
A. BARTLET1', SON & CO.
ISLAND POND. VT.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

The NJ. e. Society is planning for
an Old Folks Concert and Antiqaar-
ian Supper, to be given on Wednes-
day evening, February %. Fuller par
ticulars later.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

The skating rink on the Pond af-
fords unlimited amusement for our
young people just now. All who have
patronized it express great satisfaction
with the condition of the ice.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

The infant child of Mr.. and Mrs. K.
A. Moore died last Sunday evening,
after only one days illness. Funeral
services were held on Tuesday, con-
Quoted by Rev. J. n. Walker.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Mr.. Charles McDougall, for many
years proprietor of the Albion Hotel
at Sherbrooke, and wife are in town
visiting, the guests of MIR. and Mrs.
RaWsOn.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
IFOR SALE OR TO RENT

My buildings, situated on Cross St, Island
Pond, VT, consisting OF Store with basement,
tenements and stable. The buildings are
in good repair, in an admirable location, ana
a good investment. VIII pay l0% on $500.
above insurance, taXcsand watcrrent. What
better investment can you ask? Call and /
will convince you this statement Is correct
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Our special offer clubbing either the
Boston Journal, Troy Times, New
York Tribune or Mail and Express
with the HERALD for 81 IS, or any two
Of the first named papers and the
HERALD for $500, is open for but one
week longer. Therefore those who
are DESTROYS of taking advantage of
the low rates offered should do SO at
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Rev. Mr.. Rossier, of Boston, father
of DR.. Rossier, died in that city recent
ly, and his remains were taken to
Montgomery Center for interment.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Miss Alma Farr is seriously i'll, with
consumption We believe, aud her re-
covery is not looked for.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
MARRIED.

MONK-BARNARD. In Island Pond, Jan. 10,
by Rev, j. n Walker, Mr.. Henry Monk of
Island Pond, and Miss Gertrude Is. Barn.
ard of Preston, England.
WERB-MoRIN. In Guildhall, january l4th.
1888, by VIM. II. Hartshorn. ESD Edison |:
Webb and Miss Ellen G. NORM, both OF
Guildhall.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Robiason's Little Pink LiUer Pills are
entirely new and different from all
other pills. Their peculiar action on
the stomach and liver prevents Head
ache, dyspepsia and constipation, and
cures these diseases when they do exist.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

Vermont Council, Il. s. NJ, was in
stituted here last Friday evening, by
Deputy Orrin w. Orcutt of st. Johns
bury, land the following officers Install
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
Prohnfe NotIce.

y Probate Court will be held in the Probate
Office in GniIdhall, IN and for the District of
Essex, on the second Tuesday Of each month,
for the transaction of all business incidental
to said court
III. BEATTIE, Judge of Probate.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

lie tramps through the streets for
many mile,
Or rides in his carriage il that suits his
style.
lie goes To the store, and though just
behind him,
You can't tell which side of the coun-
ter You'll find him
lie goes to the mill, and so small is his
soul,
That he heaps up the measure every
time he takes toll.
When the chime of the bell rings out
from the steeple,
lie hurries to church with the rest of
the people
He goes up in front, takes a seat by
the fire,
Walks into the pulpit and sings with
the choir.
He goes home at noon, and at Sunday
School stays,
Takes part in the lesson and joins in
the praise;
But when in the "giving" requested
to join,
He puts in button instead of coll.
He rides with the deacon, he walks
with the squire,
If you call on the doctor you may find
him there;
The Judge and the jury, the lawyer
and client,
Are all, more or less moved by this
wonderful giant.
He meets with the circle, he plays with
the band
Where the Post or the Corps meet he's
always on hand;
He enters the school-house, sits down
in the chair,
And when we build ne,o ones he's sure
to be there.
He skins round on skates when the
first ice gets sound;
At the toboggan chute he often is
found;
He's off to the sleigh-ride with jingle
and shout
And sometimes you meet him when
you try to turn out.
Should you meet at the station per.
haps he'll ignore you;
If you ride on the train he gets there
before you;
IIe-s seen at the capitol, in desk and
in gallery,
And was very conspicuous when they
doubled the salary.
| think he bribed Cleveland in that
last pension act;
But of course, l don't say that's posi-
tive fact,
But that's my opinion from what
can see,
Indeed, he brides everybody erccp
you and me.
lie crosses the ocean and visits al
zones,
Is familiar with subjects, and beings
OH thrones,
In fact, don't know of a State, or &
Nation,
Where he hasn't secured a name anC
a station.
Oh if we could conquer this wretchet
old giant!
Drive him out of our presence will
language defiant!
Or if to Gods precepts he ever would
give in,
What beautiful world this would be
- that we live in.
And now, Tn sure I've described hin
| so we'll,
That the name of the giant you'll
readily tell,
| Which secures you seat at the tabl'
free gratis
Which you'll find quite an item wheI
you learn what the rate is.
Or if, by some good fortune of mine,
The name of my hero you cannot di
vine.
Then yO,sr humble serrant at the boarc
takes her fill,
While the LADIES SOCIETY settles TIL
bill.
All here he is now; you can see hin
| think
You can tell when he's present a
quick as a wink!
For fear that your answers will com
in so free,
That you'll eat all the supper ant
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

The ice crop is being harvested. 1t
is in prime condition and of excellent
quality.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

The mercury fell to % below zero in
the cold spell which set in last Sunday
night.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
gnfal and General Motes.

Inc PROMISED play of "EsIneralda'
has been indefinitely postponed.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
LIBERAL HOUSE FUREISRERS

ana we nave earned the reputation not sole
~ on account of the small payments at the
ume OF purchase (which are zone quarter
OF 50, for II purchase Of $50 or less, and $40 for
500 or less but our prices are below those
OF any other dealer in the country, notwIth
standing we will ~
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

ESSEX LODGE, ,,s,.sss.. No IS. /, o. O. f.
holds its regular sss.E%Ys- meetings every
Thursday even @sSss,sSr ing in Oddfel-
lows Hall, Main 7fiNFS< st. Transient
brothers cordially welcomed.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20

The newly instituted Council holds
its regular meetings on the first Mon
day of each month.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
IMPORTANT NOTICE.

These indebted TO me by note or account
are earnestly requested to call and settle, as
shall use slch means rs You c0inre me to, to
close my business. Truly loHlc,
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1888-01-20
GREATER vkRIETY0F GOODS

than Is shown by any other house in the
country. " '"e
Thought that we are compelled TO not oniv
nave on hand very large line, hut the ever
moving column must necessarily allow OF
44o otl put the NEWEST goods upon oar
every manufacturing state In the country,
Inc quantities bought by us would astomish
even wholesale buyers without question.
peting than - val