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The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14
THURSDAY EVENING, MAY IA, 1891.
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Americans are the greatest newspaper
readers in the world. There are II, 900
newspapers published in the United
States 1t is said that new publica-
ton Is born every four hours and forty
eight minutes day and night; but fort
unately or unfortunately the death rate
is very high.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14

The most ancient description we have
of water pump is by Hero of Alexan-
Dire. There is no authentic account of
the general use of the pump in Germany
previous to the beginning of the Six
teenth century, At about that time the
endless chain and bucket works for rails
ing water from mines began to be re-
placed by pumps.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14
Sprinkling Eggs.

Sprinkling eggs is one of the eek
ploded IDEAS of artificial incubation.
1t is dangerous and useless, lowering
the temperature too suddenly, increasing
evaporation and supplying no moisture
to the chicken. Put a pan of warm
water or wet sponge or cloth beneath
the egg drawer if you think moisture is
lacking. AT any rate don't sprinkle the
eggs, says The Fancier's journal.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14
81 Am SO Tired"

Is a common exclamation at this season.
There is certain bracing effect in cold
air which is lost when the weather
grows warmer; and when nature is re-
newing her youth. her admirers feel dull,
sluggish and tired. This condition is
owing mainly to the impure condition of
the blood, and its failure TO supply tissue
to the various oagans Of the body. 1t is
remarkable how susceptible the system is
to the help to be derived from a good
medicine at this season. Possessing just
these purifying building.up qualities
which the body Graves, Hoods Sarsapa-
rilla soon overcomes that tired feeling,
restores the appetite, purities the blood,
and, in short, imparts vigorous health.
Its thousands of friends rs with one voice
declare 1T makes the weak strong"
Prof. Julius E. Hlgard, late SUI
perintendent of the United States
coast survey, died Friday after long
and painful illness.
Secretary Tracy accepted the gun
boat Bennington Thursday, subject
to a contract reservation of $4,000
to insure completion.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14

The Ionian isles produce loose lace,
unique rather than handsome. 1t was
used at first mainly in the churches and
tombs. AS antiquity more than doubles
the price the shrewd natives blacken
and mildew their work before offering
it to the tourists, who take dirt as .
voucher for age.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14

A new system of house wiring for cleo
trio lighting consists of fitting the build
ing with continuous tubes of insulating
material, through which the wires are
drawn. The tubes are made of paper
soaked in a hot bath of bituminous ma
terial, and are said to be hard, strong
and tough.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14

Judge E. R, Hoar, the senator's broth
er, is the leader of the Boston bar. He
is past seventy, but still carries himself
with greatness, and his step is elastic.
Hs is the father of young Congressman
Haar,
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14

In Henry & Johuson's Arnica and Oil
Eminent is combined the curative prop
critics of the different oils, with the heal
ing qualities of Anica. Good for man
and animal, Every bottle guaranteed.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14
TRANSFORMING cAseAee PLANTS

Directions Concerning an Operation ot
Importance to the Prospective Crop.
The best soil for cabbage is a rather
sandy loan, not less than ten inches deep
and with good drainage, A proper pull
verifying of the soil is important, and
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14

Costiveness is the primary cause of
much disease, DR.. Henry Baxter's Man.
drake Bitters will permanently cure cos
tiveness. Every bottle warranted.
Ground was broken Friday for the
foundation of the statue of the late
Henry Ward Beechel in front of the
city hall, Brooklyn.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-05-14

RESULTS OF DEEP AND SHALLOW PLANT
ING.
ing roots give to plant by establishing
direct communication with the stratum
of uninterrupted moisture is so great
that some gardeners even prefer setting
tall, spindling plants to short and stocky
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-10-25

This was ou to true. Roberpierre having
been the first one to make the actors citi-
zens
BLACK ALL THE RAGE.
You would think to look at it that all New
York was in mourning; that is to say, II you
looked at its frocks. There is sudden fad
for black, and especially for black cloth and
camel's-hair; it is becoming, makes the
figure look more slender, brings cut the
round line Of the hips that Henner delights
in painting, aud gives pleasure because II is
quiet and refned-looklnR to the average
man. Men do not like loud things;
they do not like the first hat OF the
season to be worn by a woman who is
with them. They don't like to exp DIT
the last special order as walking by their
side, and they would much rather that she
had on pretty, well-ftting black frc ok and
a coquettIsh little bonnet, than all the
bright colors that ever emansted from the
rainbow. The average man hasn't half the
courage Of the average woman, for be
would no more be the first to wear a new
style of hat, or to assume a briliant-hued
scarf, than he would da ce jig on the top
of the Maids IN Square Garden tower.
PRAYER FOR MRS. PARNELL.
don't know enough about irish politics
to know exactly where l should be ii took
any interest in them, but it is probable, as |
have friends among them, that | should
side with the landlords. However, that has
nothing whatever to do with what feel
most aDout, and that is, that poor, wretched
woman, who is suffering from everything
under the skies. / don't care whether she
has done wrong or not. / don't think
that was asked of a wretched woman
nearly two thousand years ago. and yet
forgiveness came to her. | don't see
how anybody can say anything
Iara and IL ha that oh
is nursing another little life, then l think
that every man, whether he was for OF
against Parnel, ought to raise his hat if she
ever passes by him. She must have loved
him. and love like charity, will cover a
multitude of sins; there isn't so very much
Of it here. and we are apt to be a little
greedy wi h that which we have. j wonder
how many women are thinking of this one;
thinking kindly and gentlyi l wonder how
many women will remember that this wo
man stands alone, aud il she has wronged
any human being, she is more than suffer-
ing for it, if she has made any creature In
this world unhappy. she is paying for it
ten-fold. So give her kind thought. aud
say little bit Of prayer for her, somebody,
for am sure she needs it.
OUR AVERAGE NEEDS.
five oil bad what we needed in this
world, wonder what we would geta
think the average politician would get
left.
think the average actor would get Kissed.
think the average woman would get
new coat.
think the average man would get a
drink.
| think the average servant would get
new place.
| think the average car conductor would
get kicked.
| think the average old woman who talks
scandal would get snubbed.
/ think the street cleaners Of New York
would get frozen.
| thing a well-bshavsd dog would take
the cake. And will leave it TO you to de-
eide what would To got by BA9.
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which the scribe himself had very reluct~
antlv contributed his mite

which the scribe himself had very reluct~
antlv contributed his mite.
"Well, bring your aunt here"
but how will you cure herP
"By the all might OF God. pray6-I
cures everything-I am curing this man
for rheumatism added the fellow, as he
indicated the well-dressed and intelligent
looking man already noted.
Both then retired to the praying
room. When they were locked up for
short time peculiar noise was heard, like
the blowing of a small bellows. 1t as
after ward ascertained that in addition to
praying the voodoo doctor breathes, or
rather blows, upon his dupes. The great
efficacy of the scoundrel is supposed TO exist
In this hurricane business.
When the rheumatic dupe came out he
gave the doc or" some money and was
TOLD to come once a week. He had evil
IDENTIFY cautioned the man Of prayer and
putting to be chary OF his visitors, for that
willy rogue declined to answer further when
questioned.
mo, charge nothing" he protested in
dignantly. "What do you want asking mo
things fora l can tell nothing-l will not
tell you of my power with the oil might"
AS the visitors withdrew they noticed
yard packed full of ducks and geese. There
could not have been less than 500 birds.
the West = de, pay the voodoo doctor by
presents of fowl While studying the mani
ners and customs of the feathered creation,
and wondering if the healer never becomes
sick from too much goose, most pitiable
incident was witnessed.
A coupe drawn by two horses drew up at
the house. Two women were inside, one
beautiful girl Of about II, an invalid. The
other was the girls mother. A gentleman
carried the invalid in his arms, baby fash
ion, into the house. 1t was learned that
the young lady is the daughter OF wealthy
Polish parents. She visits the voodoo doctor
twice a week She says sne is getting bet
ter. As she was being carried back to the
carriage her face bore the appearance OF
extreme pain.
her case is only a sample one A stream
Of visitors, the halt, lame and blind, keeps
tho voodoo doctor almost perpetually out
OF wind. Women are his principal dupes.
There is great reluctance among the
neighbors to speak OF the fellow, many
persons crediting him with occult in
huences.
Meantime his geese and dollars multiply.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-10-25
OFFICE OF s. CnEanY. 81 prayton street.
sAvAsNAB, GA, Dec 10, 1890.


Messrs. LfprmGH Bros, SAVANNAH, Co.:
DEAR SIRs-I would like to add my testi-
mony to the almost miraculous effect OF P P. P.
ia the case of Mary Ingraham, woman living
on my place; she had a constant cough. sore
throat debility, etc, and was emaciated to a
degree That she was unable TO get out of bed
unaided, being given up by physicians; she had
taken the ruinous, so-calied blood medicines
without the least effect. until being put under
the T.. L. p, she imme lately began 70 improve.
aud is now In as good health as ever In h"r
life. You can refer 70 me at any time as 70 the
effect of z. p. =. In tue foregoing case. Yours
truly, SAMUEL CHERRY.
Tor sale by all drug gists.
T. p. p. wonderful medicine; Il gives an
appetite, itinvig rates and strength
ems
r. F. P. Cures rheumatism and all pains in
side back and shoulders. kaees
hips, WITS aad joints
r. j. 7. Cores syphilis ia all it, various stages
OH ulcers, sores and kidney COM
plants.
r. p. p. Cures cafsrrh, eczema. eryspelas. all
akin diseases aud nercurial gOiaOn-
lux
y =. =. Cures DYSPEPSIA. chronic female con
y einta. and broken dosn cgnstifu-
ton hnd loss 81 manhood.
g. ?. 7, The lest bOoi purifier d the age.
itas made more permanent cures
than all Otber blood remedies -
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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-10-25

When Baby was SICK. We gave her castoria.
When she was a Child, she cried for CastoriA
When she became Niss, she chung 10 castora.
When shs had Children, abe gave thsn castorig
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-10-25

Kobler, the lively ciothier. will eel 100
boys suits a. 81 %. worth 81 50,t0-day oliy.
iss Bfougbton street-Ad
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-10-25

Popularity called the king of medicines
Hoods SarsaparilIa. 1t conquers scrofula,
salt rheum and all other blood diseases -
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-10-25

Esrdsrfoie sanitsry Underwear,
Eopsl - Jsegers. but p0t 70 expansive
I.sFsf, agsnt Tor hsyaanah. -~Aa.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-10-25

Artist bAerais. ell kinds. Is a 7. Tay-
Ig'r 10 YORK EEsek Al
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-10-25
LACK ALL TIE RAGE.

This was gu to true Roberpierre having
been the first one to make the actors citi-
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1891-08-27
sIakingit Rain.

1t has long been believed that certain
disturbances of an artificial nature in
the atmosphere could be employed tc
bring about rain. Experiments have
been tried with irregular and uncertain
success. 1t seems that Secretary Rusk
is of a speculative turn of mind and he
is determined to find out if old fables
can be converted into modern truths.
1t appears that he has sent an expedi-
ton down into Texas where rainless
regions sometimes appear, with a view
to operating on the atmosphere. He
has prepared some oxy-hydrogen bal
looms that are to be let off in the upper
atmosphere. These are to be taken up
in balloons and let loose. No knowing
what will happen. We hope that the
Secretary will not knock out the key
stone to the arch of the heavens and
let the whole structure down as the cost
OF repairs would be immense. We
hope he will have no trouble with Plu-
vius for the latter might get provoked
and turn the ocean over on to the dry
land. We hope that any encroach-
ments upon the domains of the rain
god viii be made with caution and in
such manner as to reflect the highest
credit upon the government. The man
who can bring rain when we need it
and shut it off when we do not is prop
erly entitled to be considered quite a
fellow.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1891-08-27
The Bennington Centennial.

Unfortunately for us, we issued our
last paper at the wrong date to give the
Bennington Centennial affair fresh
notice. Before this notice everybody
must have become sated with it. We
can only say that we were there, that
we enjoyed ourselves immensely that
the program previously marked out
was made real in the best style, that
there was nothing to mar the pleasure
of the occasion, there was nothing done
of which Vermont need be ashamed,
and that the state starts upon her Sec
ond one hundred years under the most
favorable auspices. Pres. Harrison
and his speeches were greeted with ap-
plause. There was no man there who
could be called the first citizen of Yer
mont. but there were several upon
whom the people would take delight IN
conferring this honor were 1t not that
others would step forward with equal
or greater claims. All who had part
to bear gave the most complete salts
faction. and the orator Of the day, Hon.
f. ]. Phelps, stood out the grandest
figure of all. 1t was good thing to
have been there, and was one OF those
events that make red letter day IN a
mans lite. And, perhaps, II IS sad TO
think that not one of those present VIII
be present should second centennial
he observed on he same spot. May
The neople of Vermont maintain such
REGULAR and orderly lives, that whether
tbe old blood that carried her and her
institutions through her first hundred
wears be distinctly marked or not, the
generations Of those who come after us
can celebrate succession Of centen-
mails through all of which peace, Liberty
and equality shall abide
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1891-08-27
EDITORIAL NOTES.

We hope all our subscribers will
read "Circmstantial Evidence. .
Don't miss it. 1t is not sensational
story abounding in scenes of Greek
fire and red blood and that culminate
in theatrical intensity at the close of
each weeks installment. The inter-
est Is maintained by no such clap trap.
1t is a tale wherein plot made up of
unexpected but not impossible situa-
tions is enhanced by descriptions of
the grandest scenery on this occident-
al wonderland, all written in the grace
full style for which Mrs. Stickney is
Justly celebrated. 1t will only run a.
bout eight weeks in liberal installments
of one page each issue. Ask your
neighbors to read it and subscribe.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1891-08-27
IMPORTANT VERMONT NEWS.
Condensed and rewritten by the St.Albans Messenger
from its enterprising state exchanges.

Leon Virgins of Corinth fell ant
cut one ankle very badly On a scythe
Aug. u.
Daniel Wormwood of West Tops.
ham fell from wall a few days since
and broke his collar bone.
Fred Drown of St. Johnsbury had
his right hand crushed at the Jones &
Shields mills last week.
n. II. Ovitt of North Troy was last
week thrown from his carriage and
two of his ribs were broken.
James Mayhem of Norton died last
week from hydrophobia, the result of a
dog bite received two years ago.
Mrs. Michael Norton of Brandon
fell last week and broke one shoulder.
Her age makes her recovery rather
doubtful.
David Follansbee OF Starksboro was
very seriously injured by being thrown
from his carriage by runaway horse
last week.
Miss Nellie Grant of Warren re-
Gently broke her leg and John Foley
of the same place chopped his foot
very severely.
Six Cinnamon were arrested in
laundry at Burlington last Sunday for
the celestials being caught
in the full enjoyment of their little
game.
A barn in Bristol owned by B. L.
Pollard was struck by lightning and
burned last week together with a lot
Of hay, grain, farm wagons, tools and
five cows.
Justus Batchelder of Montpelier
was recently thrown from his carriage
by a wheel coming off and one shoul-
der was very seriously injured.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1891-08-27
substitution.

This is not a new word but it has a
new meaning, and is just now being
discussed more than usual under this
new meaning. To shorten up, 1t ap-
pears that some druggists have fallen
into the habit of taking proprietary ar
ticles, medicines, particularly, having
them advertised in the local aper, and
then, when they are called for, substi-
tuting some preparation of their own,
Or some other goods upon which they
make a larger profit. Sometimes this
is done surreptitiously and again GUS
toners not knowing just what they
want are over-persuaded to take some-
thing they did not at first intend to buy.
This is an old practice, but of late 1t
has called out more vigorous protests
which leads to the inference that the
practice is growing. 1t is easy to see
how it can grow so as to become almost
intolerable. The newspaper press is
interested and should vigorously pro-
test against what cannot be regarded
in any other light than an injustice.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1891-08-27
AImy,s Case.

The facts concerning Almy are so
widely known as to have passed beyond
the region of news. Everybody knows
all about him. 1t is time now to NOR
alize about him. How did we come to
have such a man among us! Is ne a
product of our civilization, or is he an
abnormal growth? If the latter. have
We got many such growths, and are
they liable to manifest themselves IN
horrible and unheard Of ways. Almy
seems to us like man who grew up
without any self-restraint. lie never
learned to curb his desires and passions
and while he might havepassed through
life without committing any great CRIME
the occasion came and he had not the
power to resist. No doubt there are
many among us who are not great GRIM
inals because sufficient occasion Is not
furnished. When our laws have reach
ed perfection we may be able to pro-
vide against possible dangers. We can
not now arrest men on account OF ten
dency towards any crime that may ex-
list in them. We must wait for the O.
vert act. If Almy's story be true II
shows the strength of the savage sun
existing in man and the Importance OF
keeping the passions under the control
of the will. Almy's case promises 70
be one of the most Interesting and m
portaut in criminal records.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1891-08-27
Our Harvests.

Reports come from all parts of the
country of immense crops as the return
for the farmers toll. The surplus is
estimated by millions of busl els. II
does not appear that any crop has even
partially failed. Wheat exceeds any
thing on record. The wheat crop OF
Canada is also immense. The surplus
that comes to us, however, will be de-
manded in the old country. This will
bring money to our farmers. 1t will
tend to poverty in the countries of the
old world. This will turn the tide of
immigration to this country with great
er strength than ever. 1t seems as II
it would be better to feed the hungry on
their native heath than to bring them
here. Corn is good, oats are extra in
yield and quality. If there be any fail
ure in anything it is limited. For all
this good we ought to be thankful, pay
our debts, help the poor and lay by a
little against a possible time of need.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1891-08-27

The Thomas Fl. Chubb Fishing
Rod Company of Post Mills, in clear
ing away the old dam where the fac
tory was recently burned, took out
pine logs which were put in by Jo-
seph Hinckley about one hundred yrs.
ago and which were perfectly sound.
They will be sawed into shingles.
Thomas Farrell fell from a third
story window on the rear side of the
Berwick House, Rutland few days
since, but, strange as it may seem.
was only slightly injured. He was
shaking some rugs at window and
leaning against railing which broke
from his fastenings, throwing him out
head foremost. In descending Far
rell struck an electric light wire and
turned a complete somersault, landing
on his feet in pile Of ashes. He re-
ceived cut on his right ear and an
other on his leg.
Bertha Lovely, eight years old, fell
from porch in the rear Of Camps
block on Elm street, Montpelier into
the North branch, a distance of IL
feet. She was leaning against slat,
which broke, precipitating her into
the water. She was not injured by
the fall, as she struck in quite deep
water, but would certainly have been
drowned but for the presence of mind
of little Willie LaCose, eight years old
who clambered down the wall and res
cued her
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1891-08-27
"Not Guilty"

There are some who cannot quite
understand why Almy should plead
not guilty to the charge brought against
him when the fact that he killed the
girl is so well known. If we under
stand correctly the entering of such a
plea IN any case as legal answer to a
charge does not have reference prima-
rily to the commission Of the act but to
the legal nature OF the act. In case of
killing the suspected party is usually
charged with having committed the
highest crime known in law to exist a
gainst human life. A plea of not gull
ty affords an opportunity for trial
that shall determine the nature of the
offence. Almy simply means to say
that he is not ready to admit. that he
has committed murder in the first de-
gree. The jury must determine as to
this upon hearing all the facts in the
case. There have been cases where
men have in despair plead guilty to a
high crime and jury has determined
that the offence was not legally so great
as they had supposed. Almy pursued
what is recognized as the safest course
without denying participation in the
offence charged.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1891-08-27
Our New Senator.

The Gov. has made choice of Hon.
Redfield Proctor to fill the unexpirad
senatorial term of Hon George F. Ed
munds. This was not unexpected and
there is reason to suppose that 1t will
give general satisfaction to the people.
Some might prefer that Mr.. Proctor
should remain at the head of the Wai
Department as a place of higher honor
but the experience he has had in the
Cabinet has done much, it seems to US
to fit him for the position to which he
is now called. We do not see where
a man could be found who would be
likely to do better, and whose ability
will be acknowledged aud influence felt
at once in the body into which he en-
ters. We are glad we have such a
man to take Mr.. Edmund's place, and
we are glad the Gov. has seen fit to
choose him for SO high and honorable
a position.