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The Southern herald., 1890-08-15
slm.le sna amproved pioua.

Before the Introduction o. eastSifon
plows, the implements in common use
were mostly OF wood, With Iron shares.
when a large part Of tho bnsiness q
country blaolksmiths was II sharppning
the worn points In haltcivilizee epun-
tries the plows we're q varicua forms
mostly sherpened piece q wood Hltn
a rough beam and hanale--somhthing
like the Moorish plow Of the present
time, Fig. /. The ssbalI 'plow,7 largely
US
The Southern herald., 1890-08-15

"A pedestrian stopped before house
which bore the sign. Of "For Sale
cheap, and inquired Of 9 boy sitting
on.thesteps: ssRub, Idoyou live here2"
..Yes, sir" 81 see that the place is for
saIe9r ayes, sir." "Ever hear your
father say what price he wants?" "Yea
sir. He says that Il any ono is fool
enough to pay him $4,000 he'll let 1t go
ouicker'n wink, but II he has to take
s., 500 he'll hold of little and try to
get couple oil months rent out Of IL"
Detroit Free Press.
The Southern herald., 1890-08-15
Revenge.I

Wife from the window)-Well, ! de-
elarel John, l wouldn't spend time
sprinkling the dust in our neighbors'
back yard-especially when they are
ueoule who talk about us the way they
do.
Husband-That's all right nay deari
their pet poodle was washed this morn
ing--now he's out here rolling in the
mud. Trust your husband, my sweet,
for thoughtfnlness Mnnsey's Weekly,
The Southern herald., 1890-08-15

There is a young man IN Washihg-
ton who, alter somewhat rapid career,
succeeded in winning the hand OF q
Young lady Of wealthy parents, without
her fathers consent however. The'old
gentleman left them entirely to their
own resources. An acquaintance met
him on the street and, after congratu-
lating him, facetiously remarked; "Isup-
pose YOU. are prepared to testify that
marriage is a afaiIure9, s'Well,n he re-
plied lit isn't exactly q failure, but 1t
oan,talways be relied on for dividends.
washington Post
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
ALL OVER THE STATE.
WHAT A WEEK BRINGS FORTH m
THE WAY OF NEWS.
Brief Items of Interest from Every Cor
ner of Nermont-Fostmsst APP
pointed-Personals,M Manufacturing
Notes, Fires and Minor Items.

The administrators of the late Farley
Starts estate, Brattleboro, have paid $4,000
over to the trustees OF the Universalist So
ciety left under the will.
Henry Stone, who died at WINCHESTER,
Mass, August 20, was born at Swansea,
VT lie was in his 60th year. A widow
and five children survive him.
The Stearns Manufacturing company
have decided to locate their works at Lyn-
don on condition that the town will exempt
the plant for five years from taxation.
At reunion of Co. L, 4th regiment,
Vt infantry, in rooms of president of the
common council, Boston, August a. %
comrades were present and accounted for.
Last week Thursday Chester Parkhil,
son Of S. c. Par,hill. Of Middebury. was
drowned at Button Point on the lake shore
while he and two companions were in
swimming
The republican caucus, Monday night,
nominated for town representatives Perci-
val w. Clement, president of the Rutland
railroad and directorof the Clement Ma
tiona bank
News has been received by friends in
Bratteboro of the shooting Of Charles Per
ham, now the only remaining one of four
brothers who went from Brattleboro to
Colorado in 1885.
George H. Hastings, an oldtime st Johns
bury boy, has been honorcd with an cleo
tion to the presidency of the Photographers
Association of America, at the convention
held in the Smithsonian Institute at
Washington, D. G..
George Taber, employed in the Central
Vermont freight station at Montpelier, at
tompted to jump on u train this evening
He fell under the car and had one leg cut
off. Mr.. Tabor is brother of Mrs. Joseph
Beach of Burlington
The democrats of Grand Isle county held
a mass convention at North Hero Saturday
and nominated the following ticket. Scna-
tor Jared f.. Hall, Isle La Motte: assistant
Judges. Socrates Reynolds, South Hero.
George W. Beardsley, AlLurgh: States at
torney, Albert Hoag, South Hero; Judge Of
probate, William Haynes, North Hero;
sheriff, Leslie Dodds North Hero
a. II. Harvey store at East Alburgh
was broken into on the 23d by some unknown
persons. and the postoice robbed of $50
in stamps Two mon We're arrested at
Rouses Point. A third one got away, and
ran across the bridge. The draw bridge
was opened TO stop him, but he jumped and
landed safely and mndo his escape. Moth
ing was found upon the two who were ar
rested.
There a hearing at South Hero Fri
day before the commissioners of the
estate Of AIRS Laura Mott with reference
to the claim of David Dillon against the
estate tor services during Is years for Mrs
MotU for which he claims a balance of
SI3OU. The case was submitted, but the
commissioners did not make their report
81
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29

CLOSING DAYS OF THE ANNUAL
MUSTER AT BRADFORD.
winners of tho webb Badges and Gem
tcnnial Trophy--Rev by tho Gov
ernor- Reception by His Ex-
ccllency in the Evening-The
Last Day,

CAMP L. \. GRANT BRADFORD, VT,
Aug. 21.-In at least three respects the
lection of he ground now occupied by the
Vermont National Guard for encampment
was unfortunate Bradford is not only at
one side of the state but it is also Il difficult
place TO roach as connecting trains are as
yet unheard Of. Then again the parade
ground is very uneven and it is simply i'm
possible for a company TO keep a good front
while marching. a continual jumping Of
holes and climbing Of ridges Oh the part of
the men does not add to the attractiyeness
ol dress parade. In the third place the
selection was unfortunate because of the
proximity of the place to the Connecticut
river with its daily morning fog and damp
ness.
Guard mounting was first in order this
morning with Capt Aver, OF Co. NJ, officer
OF the day, Lieut.. Austin, OF Co. /, com
maudor Of the guard, and Lieut.. J. f.
Lambert, of CO. l., lieutenant OF the
guard. Following this came battalion
dril, under Majors Bond, Watson and
Evans
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
VERMONT BOARD OF TRADE.


There were large offerings of butter and
cheese at the saesroom OF the Vermont
Board of Trade Friday afternoon, but as
there was ii strong upward tendency in the
market holders of butter did not appear
anxious to sell their products. The olor-
ings of butter aggregated lG 800 pounds.
The Brookside creamery of Colchester sold
1000 pounds to II. G. Hathorne of Burling-
ton at 2l5 cents, having previously refused
an offer OF 20 cents. The Grand Isle cream
cry declined to sell 1000 pounds al 2li bid
The general feeling was that butter would
be higher, but the question will be how
many will hold their butter until the price
falls again.
The aggregate Offering of cheese was 81,
600 pounds. No bids were made on the
salesboard, but there were several sales out
side
II. Johnston's factory of Williston sold
TO Burlington dealers $50 boxes of cheese,
: 4 cents; Mars Foster, 3jj boxes cheese.
Nye & Lavelle of Burlington, on private
terms l.. II. Talcott of Wiliston sold $50
boxes of cheese to L. NJ. Slayton of Man
chester, y. H, at a price which was kept
private, but il is safe to say that the fig
ures were not moro than fraction differ
ent from the first sale.
The despatch from the Boston chamber
of commerce at noon was as follows: Butter
market firm at quotations: Eastern cream
cry, extra, % cents selected Vermont
dairy, Il to 10 cents. Choose market
steady at quotations: Extra, Il to cents
tlrsts, 7 cents.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
VERMONT UNlVERSALlSTS.
The State Convention in Session at st.
Albans-sormo ON by Or. G. 1. Demnrest.

ADMINISTRATION DN aJf. u. l.. Demarest.
ST. ALBANs, Vt, Aug 27.--The Yer
mont State Universalist convention met
here last evening and organized for the
session of 1890 The president. Hon. a. T.
Foster, called the meeting TO order and af-
ter some preliminary services, including n
welcome by Rev. f. W. Whippen, the resi-
dent pastor, and n response by the president
and the announcement of committees, the
convention listened to an excellent sermon
by DR.. &. j.. Demarest OF Boston, secretary
Of the general convention. The meeting
then adjourned until this morning
During this mornings session reports of
various committees were read. It was voted
that the East Charleston society receive the
fellowship of the convention Dr.. Hervey
of st. Lawrence University preached the
annual sermon, vice Rev. Myra Kings
bury, who was unable TO be present. The
president noticed that several visiting cler-
Symen were present, among them Rev. J..
G.. Ware Of Burlington, and on motion it
was voted that they be invited to partici
pate in the proceedings. Three persons re-
ceved the baptism of faith and the ordin-
ance of the Lords supper was administered
under the direction OF Rev. +. W Wmppen.
In the afternoon business meeting was
held, and at 2:30 O'Clock the Woman Cen
tennary association convened in one Of the
most interesting meetings of the conven-
ton. The address by Mrs Smiley. vice
president for Vermont, was bright.
strong appeal to the very best feelings Of
all who heard her and demonstrated that
she is n true missionary and a safe leader
for this State. collection amounting to
SlO6 was taken up. One-half OF this
amount remains in the State, and the rest
is devoted to outside missionary work The
ladies have made n most encouraging re-
port.
Miss f.. l.. Rogers addressed the meeting
on the y Noung Peoples Univorsalist Union and
was followed by Rev. Walter Dole of Barre
on,N oung Peoples society. y young peoples
state union wes organized, with Rev. IL. L.
Thaunton Of Mortified, president. Rev f.
c. Priest Of Derby Line, secretary: Ernest
j. Flagg Of Richmond, treasurer. Miss f.
L. Rogers of st. Johnsbury and Guy F.
Barber Of St. Albans executive board
The ladie- of the St Albans parish are ex
tending their we'll known hospitality to their
guests and all are enjoying a pleasant ses-
sion.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
NEW ENGLAND WEATHER CROPS.
Slight Frosts in Vermont Outlook for
a.

the Crops,
The temperature for Now England for
the week ending August %, 1890 has been
very near the normal At Springfield VT,
"A slight frost occurred on tho morning OF
the 10th doing some damage to fruit. No
other damage is reported from the cool
weather.
Tho past week has been very favorable
,foy maturing crops Of all kinds. Numer-
ous rams have occurred but for tho most
part during tho night while the sun has
como out dnring the dayi the feed in pas
lures is coming up as in spring and mown
fields are looking fresh and green, though
the crop Of rowen is light. Corn is making
a luXuriont growth, especially Oh wet lands
and although late if it is not injured by
ffrost a large and heavy crop is promised
Potatoes fair yield and quality wherever
being dug.
BrattlebOro, week favorable for all grow
ing crops especially for grass aud late pota-
toes; onions will be an average crop in
this section.
Springfield, fruit is dropping badly and
will be a total failure in many localities
the light rains have benefited growing crops
wonderfully; corn and potatoes doing well.
The apple crop in North Fcrrlsbugh is
small: the potato crop is nearly failure
being badly affected with seab.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29

Inc Ne" England hoadlnasterS a'socia-
noh met IN Boston On II, tne |1t1 ior It's eighth
annual convention Inc IoIoWlns named
UoarH ,I % ol,Ice,s was elecVe"' resident
N ~ ,'' L. 80 1s.
uou', 'ti n ii"N'"1oh-C' ~ See'et"Fy
anu at u 'eiIu'o w. - ~ ~, IIi'OH "os'oh 80
M"'No' oN'ii''H' /" w. ii''''i' 'I"'
S'iIoH, eAec",' ''e Vo'i''H''''', - h' L-I.
tI"' poS'on ""N N'o"-H rum U""' r. y,
i, ,io'ofooN' .'o" D'A, Ne" maven ana
tl"I "I''o'u l"'iIo"' f. W. iIorH'f' NVAlI"l
-, 'uo"D '''o"u' ~ - 9"1~N'l pos'oH
anu name '''li lio'"' p''s.,tei'' wee Pr'S'-
u'nO au" S'''e.NIy eA o''''0' e. JACK,
son '' w. IIrN' IL" N'o'eS ana
pI'Nlo'u "'a'oS were o''o'c1 I'D '"e'uoe'-
Our Bristo! corrospondcnt writes as fol.
,o,... .rrn, ;,,+.,,..st l., ,i,, l.,,.ti,, 80 +r,
toNs' Hc 'h'cI' 'SV ~ 'Ie iUrd'loH U' mo
Bristol railroad depot in town has given
place 70 ono of larger dimensions. viz:
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
ECHOES FROM CAMP |. A. GRANT.
Interest over the Centennial Trophy and
The Mcbb NIednls.

The following resolution was adopted at
Camp L. A. Grant by the officers of the lst
regiment, Col j. j. Estey commanding:
u hCrfdS. Col. W. Seward Webb demon
strated lis great interest IN the Vermont Ma
tOnal Guard by presenting three beautiful
medals as incentives to greater efficiency in
marksmanship.
htSoip,d, That the officers Of the V6fmont
National Guard hereby acknowledge their ap-
probation of hts interest In the militia and its
greater efficiency, and express their gratitude
for the medals SO generously given.
Brig. Con. W. /. Greenloaf forwarded
the resolution with the following statement
The within resolution, adopted by the OIL
GERS OF the LIST regiment, IS respectfully for
warded with my approval There can he no
question regarding the sautary effect of Col
Webbs generous action, aud | am confident
the interest awakened by the competition for
these valuable and beautiful prizes, together
with that for the centennial trophy will be
most beneficial in Its results.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
NEW YORK STATE FIREMEN.
Result of Their Races at watertown LAS
Week.

The races and contests in connection with
the annual convention OF the New
York State tlremen at Watertown,
were Of unusual interest. A heavy rain
greatly interfered with the hose race Thurs
day afternoon, and after the first companies
had run the track was a sea OF mud. Below
is the time made, the winners being first in
the list; LeRoys, Cohoes, A, Forbes,
Canastota, AZ; Hydrants. Waterloo jl5;
Hathawnys Port Henry, 51;; Rcliefs,
Plattsburgh, j2l; Smyths, Clinton, Sc;
Lewis Hose, 60, Brockviles, r.. o. g.
The biggest Ir2e offered was $500 for the
finest drilled company. Six organizations
entered the contest and the Judges awarded
the first prize to Chappell Hose of Oneida,
second TO Fort Dayton Steamer company of
Herkimer third TO the Brockville Hook and
Ladder company, and fourth to the Relief
Hose of Plattshurgh.
The hand engine contest for prizes of $3.50
to first and 800 TO second was entered by
the Brooklyn Exempts and the Horizon
Engine company of Pattsburgh. The EX
empts threw IA stream distance of 131 feet
3 inches. The Horizons made n record of
! - feet 3 inches.
Six teams started in the hook and ladder
races for prizes of 500 $50 aud $25. The
Judges awarded first prize to the Reliefs of
Plattsburgh. second to w. c. Hathaway
team of Port Henry and third to j. d. Ser
viss team of Amsterdam.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
REUNION OF ELEVENTH REGIMENT.
Address OF Welcome by Col. w. q.
Neasey- Banquet at the Bardwell

RUTLAND, Vt, Aug. 81. The reunion
of the lth regiment was an excellent sue
cess The public meeting was held at tho
opera house z. Redheld Kendall presiding
Addresses Of welcome on behalf of the
people were by Col. W. e. Veazey, Board
of Trade by DIR. l. A Mead and the lawyers
club by Z. l.. Melden. An interesting his
torical address was delivered by
Rev. Capt Edward r. Lee of Fairhaven,
which gave the regiments movement some
what IN detail a banquet was served at
the Bariwel House, 7. X. Kendall toast-
master. Speeches were made by Col.
Neaacy, j. II. Goldin, John A. Mead, p. NJ.
Medon and large number of the members
INDUCED in reminlscence and story. In all
respects the occasion was ono of eminent
success. d. l.. Eldridge Of Warren was
elected president with n long list Of vice
presidents and other officers.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
GONE TO THEIR NATIVE LAND.
The Baltimore Leaves for sweden With
the Remains of the Great Inventor

The United States steel cruiser Balti-
more Saturday afternoon steamed out
of New York harbor with the roar
of saluting cannon paying martial
tribute to the memory of Capt. John Fries
son, whose body the war-vessel is bearin z
to his native Sweden. For moro than n
year the body of the inventor OF the Moni-
tor has lain in an underground vault of the
Marble cemetery, in Second street, where it
was quietly placed, with the CUSTOMARY re
ligious rites, few days after Capt. EricS-
son S death. Saturday, with all the pomp
and circumstance OF public demonstration
it was taken from the little burial ground
to the Baltimore.
great procession escorted the body from
the Marble cemetery 10 the place Of en-
barkation, near the Battery. it was the
escort behtting man whose memory ma
tons delight to honor The navy was re
presented 10y the secretary, by Rear Ad-
miral Braine and by squadrons Of blue
jackets and marines Tho army was
worthly represented by General O. O..
Howard. The mayor of the city of New
York represented the civic community OF
which Captain Ericsson was for so many
years member. The Swedish and Norwe-
gan Americans sent big delegations; many
members of the order OF Odd Fellows and of
other societies were present aud old friends
associates and admirers of Captain Ericsson
from all over the country swelled the parad-
ing rauks
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29

GREENFIELD Mass, Aug. 21.--At Tur-
ner's Falls races to-day: 2:37 class purse,
$3.50, A. Newton, Holyoke, b. g. Thornton
won; n. u. Allen, Greenfield, b. &. Allan
Boy second. Time, 2:32.
Open for all purse, $40 John Swan,
Athol, b, m. Lady Sheridan Won; W. NJ.
Landon, Milton, Vt, 5. g. Charles L., sec
ond. Time 2;21t.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
Col. Jodediah Baxter Confirmed

WASHINGTON, Aug 2l-The Senate in
executive session to-day confirmed the nom
ination of Col Jedediah Il. Baxter as sur
geon-geperal of the army with the rank OF
brigadier-g general
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
WASHINGTON COUNTY SUNDAY
SCHOOL.


Their Annual Convention to be Held at
Barre Next Week.
The Washington County Sunday school
association will hold its annual convention
at Barre September and }. Each church
and Sunday school is invited to send dele
gates, all the railroads will carry for half
fare and the people of Barre will entertain
all who come. The programme follows:
Thurslay-l0:0O a. m, devotional exerc. ses:
1880, appointment of committees by William
\. BOyce, president; llOd, address OF welcome
by Rev W. ;. Smithers, Barre; ll:30 response
by GOV. William L. Dillingham;, Waterbury:
tion of the Christian societies to the sunday
sChOOl, Miss lneZ Moody, Waterbury,: 800,
amu-emcnts dancing cards, the theatre. Rev.
w. =. HaZen, NOrthlie,d; 400, the kpWorth
league in the Sunday-schOol, Joseph Hamilton,
Northteld; GW singing, Children's meeting.
addresses to the children, Roy. l.; Il. Elliott,
Waterbury, George w. Kennedy, Waterbury;
500, how to interest the children in the sun
day-school, Rev. q w, Gallagher, Montpcl-
ier.
Friday $50 a. M, excursion to the granite
puArries: 1880. how to interest the boys and
girls OF II, kcv. Charles ". Longren, Barre:
ll;0D, practical work in conducting a sunday
"Fishing,' Rev. q. 7. Raymond, Montpelier,
l:ij p. m, singing and prayer 200. the corona
ton Of childhood, Rev. a. j. IiOugh, Montpel-
Ter; $50 are the international lessons suti-
cieut: a general discussion; 800 temperance
work in the Sunday Miss Nettie Batch
elder, plaiufeid; $3.50. the Nomans Christian
Temperance union, Mrs. T.. NJ denny, Mont
burington opening of question box, Rev l..
fl Elliott
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
a 10 Inning Game at siorrisvillo.

WORTHWHILE, Aug. 21.-Tho No Name
base ball team of this place met with their
first defeat in two years to-day in game
with the Swantons. The score was to
at the end OF the ninth inning, The 10th
inning recorded one for the visitors giving
them the victory. r. c. Cheney was
obliged to pitch the 10 innings as Dr. John
son, who is always very effective as a pitch
er, was unable to be present.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
Tho Governor,s Rseention.

Heavy rain prevailed all the evening,
materially interfering with the attendance
at Governor Dilliusam's headquarters,
The guests we're presented by Gen. T, s.
Peek and received by Gov and Mrs. Dill
lngham, Lieut.-G Woodbury., Secretary
Proctor and Senator Morrill,. The floral
tributes included an elegant basket from
Miss Martha Low of Bradford. The bri-
gade band discours5d s,e music in the pa
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29

Asa general inlment for sprains and bruises
muscular pains, Chamberaiu's Pain Balm IS
unriNalled. For sale by Beaupre anA Lowrcy,
Burlington, and W. B. Nichols, Essex juno
sion,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29
words of Praise From Lieut.. Foo

Lieut.. Foote finished inspection to-day
andin conversation with the FIlEE Pass re-
preventative said the men would make good
soldiers if their services should be needed
The officers, however, show a need OF
thorough training at the hands of COM
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1890-08-29

Surgeon Rutherford's report was read as
follows:
CAMP l.. A. GRANT, Aug. 90 Surgeons
inspection of camp and proper ty, standard
100;
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1890-02-02
FROM WATER CURRENTS.
"A Scheme to Use the River for
Electric Motive Power,

EicCCfIC MOTIVE rover.
Station Superintendent T. A. W.
Shock is ont with scheme for utilizing
the ordinary current of the river as
means of generating electricity for the
purpose of running the electric rail-
way between Minneapolis and st. Paul.
He explains the use of the force in re-
latlon to electric cars, and says that it is
only question of the number of gen
orators used how much power can be
gained. AT present he says they are
using but two generators for the Fourth
avenue line, but that they generate
enough electricity to run the cars at
pace of twenty miles an hour. He
says that almost any speed could be
attained by increasing the number
of generators or the number of revolu-
tons, which is increased by system
Of pulleys. At the present time the
generators revolve at rate of 800 times
a minute. although the fly wheel turns
but $50 times in the same period.
The idea is, that the greater number
OF generators they have the more power
is needed to run them. His claim is
that one or two large water wheels
could be geared at the rivers side and
give more than power enough, as veloc-
lty IS not required, in the first place, but
is acquired by the use of gears, which
add power as they gain velocity. He
states that with steam the pulleys are
used, but the gear system IS the best for
water power.
1t would be only necessary to have
the wheels turn, no matter how slowly,
to attain the end required. His scheme
is to have the wheels attached to float
ing bargeS, 80 that rise and fall in the
river could make no difference in their
running. He explains that the system
OF gearing would be little difficult, but
not inSurmOuntahle.