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St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
Moving a Hotel by Rail.
An unprecedented feat of enginee

An unprecedented feat of engineer
ing was successfully accomplished at
Brighton beach, Long Island, week
before last. This was nothing less
than moving the Brighton hotel 600
feet inland. The hotel is AGO feet long
by 100 wide, four stories high and has
a numb Der of towers and extensions. 1t
was moved so as to escape the Ell
crOaclIments of the sea. 1t was at first
reported that the blizzard had swept
the building out to sea, but after the
storm it was found still holding pre-
cariOus position on the shifting sands.
The waves had worn away its founda-
ton until only few piles stood be-
tween them and their prey. On these
piles immense beams were laid and
regular railroad tracks numbering "a
and on ITO iron fiat cars run in under
it's floor the hotel was to make the eX-
cursion. The building did not rest di-
rectly on the cars but on great timbers.
The two centre tracks ran out to the
main track of the Brooklyn and Brigh-
ton Beach railroad. On them the loco
motives did the pulling. On each track
there were three locomotives bound
securely together and attached to the
iron fat cars under the hotel by heavy
chains. When the order was given,
the six engines started we'll together !;
they moved along over the tracks
slowly, and the big hotel, which has a
calculated weight of 5000 tons, follow
ed slowly. After six feet of progress
had been made in about two minutes,
the order to stop was given. An in
spectiOn was then made. The ropes
were found to be all right, the cars
were moving easily on the tracks. The
big II by IL joists, which supported
shifted from their position, and there
seemed to be no question of the success
of the plan. The order to start was
given, and, after the next move "a feet
further inland, halt was again called.
Another start was then made, and 25
feet brought the blocks together, and
a halt was called, with the hotel fifty
five feet further inland than it was
the day before. The moving was a
complete success. There was no vi
bratiOn of the house, and the cars
moved as easily over the rails as
though they were empty. Standing
upon the joists, no jar could be felt.
Everything seemed to go along togeth
er as easily as though it were a com
mon thing to drag hotels around the
country on cars. There was a slight
sagging at little wing on the north
east end, but that was trifling. The
lath and plaster work in the rooms did
not crack.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
Gold Bars that Went Begging.

Ten gold bars, worth $500 each,
were given to an eXpressman at the
assay office at New York the other day
to take over to the Brooklyn watch
case company at South Brooklyn. The
bars were in a canvas bag. On the
way over they dropped out of the wag-
on in the street and lay there until
some Italians came along, who were
on their way to work at the ash dump
at the foot of Third street. They look
ed at the bars, had no idea they were
werth anything, and kicked them
about the shdump during the day.
A driver of a dirt cart saw the bars,
and thought he would take them home
for his boys to play with, SO he threw
them in his feed bag. When he fed
his horse he took them out and threw
them on the ground, where they re-
manned during the afternoon, while he
was carting dirt ten or Il dozen blocks
away. When he finished work at even
ing the gold bars were still there, and
he again put them in his feed-bag,
threw the bag into the cart, and left it
at the dump during the night. The
following day he had come to regard
them as a nuisance, and threw them
ont. The contractor who employs him
came along and seeing the canvas bag,
looked in and took out one of the bars.
He saw upon it the stamp, ASSAY Of
flee, $500" ThereupOn he took the
bag and the 10 bars home. The bars
were insured at the assay office, SO if
they had never been returned the in
surance company would have had to
pay for them. The contractor went
over to the assay Office, returned the
bullion, and received a reward.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
OF KAISER WILHELM.
Berlin Letter in N. 7. Tribune.

Berlin Letter IN N. Y. Tribune.
Recovering from one of his illnesses
a few years ago, the emperor was sit
ting in his room when the troops
marched by, and the hurrahs of the
masses assembled about the monument
of Frederick the Great in front of the
palace brought him to his feet. "Please
do not co." said old DR.. Won Lauer, as
the patient started toward his study.
"Let me be-" said the emperor; sit is
| o'clock and Baedecker says that am
to be seen at this time at the corner
window" And he went.
At another time, his physician enter
ed his room and found him standing at
the window. He bowed, out received
no answer. The emperor remained
standing, paying no attention to him,
but this was soon explained. "Excuse
me, DOCTOR" the monarch said, turning
to welcome him, "but saw a peasant
just outside hold his child in his arms
and point toward the window just as
you entered. knew he had come to
see his emperor and l wished to give
him this little joy by remaining few
moments longer"
Never was a nilder master than the
emperor, as numerous instances prove.
One evening he drove to the Victoria
theater in Berlin, accompanied only by
his coachman and body servant. The
latter, believing himself certain of sew
eral hours, entering restaurant near
by. But the emperor returned very
Shortly. The carriage drove up to the
door, but the body servant did not ap-
pear. Ten minutes passed by before
he was found drinking his glass of
beer. Frightened half to death, he be-
gan to excuse himself, when he was in
terrupted by the monarch: "Nonsensel
don't bother about it. You have often
waited for me, now l have waited for
you, and we are quits"
Another time, this same body SER
want, Engel by name, was divorced
from his wife, or at least, did not live
with her. Returning one morning
from drive, the emperor noticed
among the crowd about the palace, the
ex-Frau Engel. He ordered the car
riage to halt, saying, 'Engel, l see
your wife over there. Go quickly and
bid her good day. L know you wish
to-" With a sour face, poor Engel
started off to bow to the woman whom
he hated. But he was compelled to
obey and when he returned the EN-
perOr, who had greatly enjoyed his
joke, addressed him "That is right.
dear Engel, we must always show re-
spect to the ladies, even if they are
wrong"
After the battle of Mars in Tour. the
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
William ID. RObInsom's Estate.

CTATE OF VERMONT CALEDONIA DISTRICT s..
- In Probate Court held at the Probate Office in
St. Johnsbury within and for said district the
18th day of April, a. ID. 1855
An instrument purpOrting to be the last Will and
Testament with one codicil of William d. Robinson
late of st. JOhnsbury. in said district. deceased
Executor therein named, for Probate
1t is ordered by said Court, that all persons
concerned therein be notified to appear at a session
of said Court to be holden at the Probate Office
in St JOhnsbury, the 5th day of May,
a. ID. fSoe, and show cause if any they may haye
against the Probate of said Will; for which
purpose it is further ordered that a copy of the
record of this order be published three weeks sue
in the CALIFORNIAN, printed at 81.
J Ohnsbury, previous to said time appointed for
hearing
By the Court Attest
WALTER 2. SMITH, Judge.
true Copy of Record. Attest,
47-49 WALTER Z. SMITH, Judge.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
A Solid Cube of Truth.

An exchange chisels out a solid cube
of truth when it says that the press en-
dures the atfliction of deadheadism
from the pulpit, the bar and the stage;
from corporations, societies and indi-
viduals. 1t is expected to yield it's in :
terest-it is requested to give strength
to the weak, eyes to the blind, clothes
to the naked and bread to the hungry.
1t is asked to cover up infrmities, hide
weaknesses, wink at quacks, bolster
up all dull, sap-headed politicians and
flatter the vain. 1t is, in short, to be
all things to all men and if it looks for
any reward, it is denounced as mean
and sOrdid. There is no interest under
the whole heavens that is expected to
give so much to society without pay or
thanks as the press. To which might
be added that oftentimes those who re-
ceive the most favors from the press
are the first to turn about and abuse it.
The next number of Good House
keeping will contain an offer of 800
in four prizes for receipts or treatment
that shall exterminate or prevent the
ravages of buffalo bugs, bed bugs,
moths, flies and feas. Every good
houselleeper will rejoice in the enter
prise of Messrs. Bryan 81 Co. and await
with anxiety the discovery of infalli-
BILE treatment for these pests.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
PARIS, 1873.


One fourth mile outside the village limits of St
J ohnsbury, at the head of Pleasant ST. within the
village school district containing one hundred and
fifty acres, cutting seventy-fve tons OF hay and
very productive for wheat, oats, and all crops
grown in northern Vermont y thrifty wood lot
OF fifteen acres Well watered, with good water
at house and barns. Buildings pleasantly situat-
ed and in all respects desirable place for resi-
denee and for profitable farming. 4 portion of
the purchase money can remain if desired
RICHARD w PEABODY.
June 20, Iss7. ar
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
SQUIBS.

"What made the tower of Pisa lean p
the teacher asked. because of the
famine in the land" said boy who got
the tower confused with Joseph's
brethren.
The champion mean man is the hus-
band who placed his pocketbook in a
mousetrap, so that his wife could not
get at it in the early morning without
liberating mouse.
ProfessOr-Under the law of entail,
in case there is no eldest son to inner
it, to whom does the land next de-
scend Bright Young JuniOr-To the
other sons.- Fact.
Boston Sunday school teacher
Waldo, who was the strongest man
Waldo (hesitatingly)-Well, 1 did
know, but I've forgot. Teacher-Think
for a moment, Waldo the name be-
gins with S. Waldo-Oh, yes Sulli-
van.-[New York Sun.
Little Winifred was visiting at her
aunt's, and the children were very
much amused by her funny speeches.
''You think you are very smart, don't
you 2" one of the boys said teasingly.
Eyes, think | am, but know better"
the truthful little girl answered.
Youths Companion.
81 know that you love me-" she said
as he held her to his vest, "because
when | lay my head against your
breast your heart beats so loud | can
hear it," "That," gasped the poor fell
low, as the awful truth flashed upon
him "that is not my heart, That's my
Waterbury watch."-[Puck.
A Concord lady who recently sent
80 cents for box of ribbons warrant
ed all silk" in answer to a Maine firms
glowing advertisement, received
small lot of worthless cotton ribbons
and a printed card, which "added in
suit to injury" by the inscription
HSome folks expect the earth for 10
cents" Concord IN. H. Monitor.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
UPHOLS STEERING.

The subscriber is prepared to do all kinds of Up
Work Furniture Repairing, laying car
pets, hanging window Shades, picking hair
Mattresses and general Furniture Repairs
n. R SWITSER.
Opposite Presbyterian church. Eastern Ave. lift
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19

1t is a well-knOwn fact that most of the Horse and
Cattle Powder sold in this country is worthless ;
that Sheridan's Condition Powder is absolutely
pure and very valuable. Nothing On Earth VIII
Make Hens Lay like Sheridans Condition Powder.
Dose, one teaspoonful to each pint of food. Sold
everywhere sent by mail for - cts in stamps.
We furnish it in 24 Id. cans price. SI-0O By mail,
S1.2O. Six cans $500, express paid. Very vaIua-
BILE Circulars Free
1. S. JOHNSON & CO., BOSTON, MASS.
Mar -
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
Safe Investments.
Capital $3.50. 900. Surplus S355.O16.

Principal and interest both fully guaranteed by
Capital and Surplus of 81, los, OI6. In seventeen
years of business have loaned 81, 494 600, pay
ing from q per cent. to 2 per cent. interest.
81 056 $40 of interest dprincpal have been return
ed to investors without delay the loss of dollar.
Real Estate First Mortgage and Debenture Bonds
and Savings Certificates alwa Us on hand for sale
In Savings Departments, in amounts of 8 and up
wards; in the Mortgage Department, $500 and
upward. Full information regarding various
securities furnished by
j. Il. WATKINS LAND MORTGAGE CO.
tmar 80 Lawrence Kansas or
n. Y. Mng'r, HENRY DICKINSON, 319 Broadway
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
He Had His Limitations
Onlnhn World.

Onlunu WOftd.
First Dame-How do you like your
new minister?
Second Dame-Well, he never shirks
his pastoral duties, | can say that for
him. He attended is funerals and IL
private christenings last week.
'He did,"
eyes, and he was present at all the
mite societies, church sOciables, class
meetings ETC., besides being at six
evening parties given by members of
the congregation. His wife told me he
had not been in his own house half an
hour day except at meal time, and the
evening entertainments, and bedside
visiting has kept him up so late that
he only got about four hours Sleep"
"HOw noble He must be treasure
of n minister"
eyes, in that respect we can't com
plain, but most of us are much dissat
isfied with him, and | think we will
make a change very soon."
"Why, what's the matter 2"
"Oh, he breaches such poor sermons"
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19

1t is well established truth that an
ounce of keep your mouth shut is bet
ter than a pound of explanation after
you have said it.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
State Normal School, johnson, vt.

The school for teachers. Terms of 20 weeks
each begin the first Tuesday of Sept. and the sec
Ond Tuesday of Feb. Free scholarship. Send fol
catalogue. 4 jul. 20
a. II. CAMPBELL A NJ, Principal.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19

SiTATE OF VERMONT, CALEDONIA DISTRICT. IS
- In Probate Court held at the Probate office in
st. Johnsbury, within and for said District the
End day of a pril. 4. ID. 1855
An instrument puTpOrting To he the last VIII and
Testament of Martha III. GOss late of Lyndon, in said
district deceased, being presented To Court by
George Idle the executor therein named for Pro
bate:
1t is ordered by said Court that all persons
cerned therein be notified to appear session of
said Court. to be holden at the Probate office in
St JOhnsbury, the 2lst day of pril A
ID. 1883, and show cause, if any they may have,
against the Probate of said Will; for which pur-
pose it is further ordered that copy of the record
of this order be published three weeks successivel
in the CaledOnian, printed at St JohnsbHry, pre-
viOus to said time appointed for hearing.
BY the Court, Attest,
WALTER p SMITH Judge.
true copy of Record, Attest,
45-47 WALTER p. SMITH, Judge.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
Please Remem Der

That as actual results of like
Policies issued on the same
ages on the same plans and
same year in various Compa-
MES that those in the old RT-
Ma LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
of Hartford, Conn, have prov
en- the cheapest, many of those
of other companies misrepre-
sent its business.
1t issues more kinds of Policies, with more ad-
vantages to the ''squ inch" and at lower rates
than any other Company. Do not take my word
for these statements but come and the illustra
tons TO prove them. In addition to 10 and Is year
endowments matured am paying those taken by
me over 20 years ago. Agents wanted
E.E. SARGENT, Gen. Agent
3stf Office 81 Railroad Street, st. JOhnsbury, Vt
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
PARSONS PILLS
MAKE NEW RICH BLOOD
MAKE NEW RICH BLOOD
MAKE NEW RICH BLOOD

Positively Constipation, Sick Hea dache Bill
BUSINESS, and all Liver and Bowel Complaints
Blood Poison, and Skin Diseases. Zone Pill a
DOse). For Female Complaints these Pills have
no equal If all who read this will send their ad l.
dress postal they shall receive FREE by mail
advice for which they will always be thankful.
One box Pills by mail % cts. in stamps.
/. 5. JOHNSON & CO., BOSTON: MASS.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19
For CIergymen.

Neatly engraved Marriage Certificates for sale
at this office. Prices with envelope to match, Is
and 20 cents each according to quality. If order
ed by mail, send nothing larger than twO-cent
stamps.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1888-04-19

Fostoria, Ohio, tobacconists have
have agreed to sell no more cigarets to
small hOYS.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-07-19
A CONMnN-SENSE RFMEnY

In the matter of curatives what you
want Is something that will do its work
while you continue to do yours-a rem
edy that will give you no inconvenience
nor interfere with your business. Such a
remedy is ALLCooK's PoRoUs PLAsTERs.
These plasters are purely vegetable aud
absolutely harmless. They require no
change Of diet, and are not affected by
~ or sold. Their action does not inter
fere with labor or business; you can toll
and yet be cured while hard at work.
Fh-y are so rure that the youngest, the
eldest, the most delicate person of either
sex can use them with great benefit.
Beware of limitations, and do not be
& N~ive7 by Misrepresentation.
* for ALLcoCK's, and let no explana-
or solicitation induce you 70 accept
= substitute.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-07-19

his devout belief in himself. To find that
the praise and admiration of the behold
ers, was source of delicious qualification,
and Mona's merits assumed larger proper
tons in his eyes as NJ. lie Directeur spoke.
'fEhl she's a good lassie. She Is my puir
brothers only child, and look on her as
my ain BARN, as she'll find when am re-
leas ed from the sufferings of this mortal
life"
81 expect some very distinguished COM
patriots of yours" said NJ. le Directeur.
1.-The Lord Fitzallan, and companion ar
rive tomorrow, and Sir William 'Artv-I
think he has been lord mayor, man of
high position-he and miladi, his wife,
they come tomorrow. 1t is well that the
tennis lawn looks bright, your energetic
English, you love games to the last'
"Fitzallanl" repeated Mr.. Craig "I
Knoxville is my tenant; he has had my
house in the Highlands for conseederable
time"
"Indeedp' said both hearers
And from that moment Uncle Sandy
was raised to the rank of millionaire.
The set was now over, and Mona's side
had lost, in spite of her good play. The
hour for Uncle Sandy's afternoon walk in
the adjoining wood was at hand, so he
beckoned her to him, not little delighted
to exercise overtly a fathers rights over
an elegant-looking girl, who bore the I'M
mistakable stamp OF ''the Upper Ten"-a
class against which he raved theoretically.
'tAhr' said he. as he toddIed Ca common
expression, but extremely expressive of
Uncle Sandy's peculiar gai) along, with
the help of stick and an umbrella. be-
side his niece; ''the director has been tell
ing me there are some grand folk coming
tomorrow; then you'll see how little time
and attention he'll be able to spare for such
as you and me!'
81 have been greatly mistaken in Mon
sieur Delorme, if their presence makes any
difference to him." she returned
"Weel. you'll see; young things like you
think everyone is an angel that speaks a
kind word. When my Teddy mayoress ar
rives, the roses and posies he has been
handing you so politely every morning will
all go to her leddyship."
"WaII perhaps so! [ don't sum
have more penetration than my neignbors,
but [ am quite fond of Monsieur lie Direc-
teur, so hope he will not allow any lady
ship, however grand, to cut me out! I
shall be deeply wounded if he does"
''You are foolish BARN! Now, Mona,
I don't like any poor, meeserable creature
just like ourseIves-that's a. pulled up
WI a handle to her name; don't like her
to show finer feathers than my brothers
daughter, so if you want Draw new gown,
you get it, my BARN; only tell me the cost
befOrehandn'
"You are very good and generous, uncle;
but I do not need anything. 1 had some
Of my last years dresses done up before
we came away; and l actually do not fear
comparison, even with so exalted person.
age as a lady mayoress," said Mona, laugh
ing.
''That's a RIGHT; it's weel to have a pro-
per spirit. We are tauld that we must not
allow pride to master our hearts; but pro-
per pride is no. included; and 1 have al
ways held myself to be as good as any
ither mon"
(To be continued
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"Puryatory Bullets"

An excited Irishman lately rushed into q Bo>-
ton drug store, having "broken-up" appearance
generally. BE jab5ers'l he yelled, I'm ali
wrong en- oireiy. i want some Shtuff TO straight
EN- me out. Some O thin 'Purgatory Bullets
vii fix me, I'm thlnkn' What dye tax for
thlm"l ~ hat do you mean: asked the clerk
" 'Purgatory Bullets sor, or somethin' loike
I'm in purgatory already with headache, and
liver complaint and had stomach, and the divI
hnows what all The clerk passed out vial Of
DR.. Pierce's Pleasant Purgaytv>. Pellets, and PAT
went off cOntented These lille Pellets cure all
arrangements of liver stomach and bowels Sug-
ar-coated, little larger than mustard Seeds and
pleasant TO take. Druggists.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-07-19
Consumption, Scrofula, General

Debility, Wasting Diseases of Children,
LhI OBIc Coughs and Bronchitis, can be cured
ny the use of Scott's Emulsion of Pure Col
Liver Oil with Hypc phosf hiteS. Prominent
physicians use ii and testify To its great value.
P.ease read the following: 1 uSed ScOtt's EInui-
Sion for an obstinate Cough with Hemorrhage,
Loss of Appetite, EmaciatiOn. Sleep. e>snesS. sc.
.sll of these have now left. and 1 believe Your
Emulsion has saved a ca-e Of we'll developed
Consumption" I. J. FINBLEy- =, D., Lone star,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-07-19
Does the Earth Really Move 3

Science says that It does, but we Cannot help
wondering sometimes il there isn't seine mistake
about it, when we see how stubbornly certain old
foges cling TO their musty and antiQuated ideas
II was believed once that consumption was incur
able, and although it has been CLEARLY Demon
sirated that it Is not, thousands of dtiine phv-
SlcIans close their eyes aud puG their han,:s to
their ears and refuse TO abandon The In. O.. Bllt
Tor al hat tie world moves on, and DR. Pierce's
u ! II edIcai li-coyery continues 10 rescue
sr'ii r. from cOuSumptivtS graves. II Is a sure
con 10. ;uS dreaded disease. If taken in time
Al Sc. UfulOtis Use l~eS-a8d consumption is il
: eied Ia the liSl 49, led t. I
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-07-19
J UiiT. rcnt View.

Siranger-"Are You familiar with the circum-
Stances OF the killing OF kapn smith,
l4tHyeT RoSs Yes. lie was nv dearest
iiicnI. 1t was an asrociolIS murder
Il III sorry YOU think So l and a few OF hers
"e. talking Of employing YOU for the defense -
Wei, of course there were mitigating civcuul-
>tstuceS. After ali, these newspaper men are TOO
sh: and an example or two won't hurt them
{ t,,.. mn IN my ofTip-
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1888-07-19

Maud (before the laughing hyena's
cagel: How mean! Here we've been
twenty minutes and the hyena hasn't
laughed once!" Ella: Strange, and
he's been cycling your spring hat, toor'