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The Bennington banner. [volume] (Bennington, Vt.) 1858-1894, 1891-07-03
NortlnRanninrton.

DR.. Webb's privata> car went through
here Tuesday, with hiA family, for Shell
burn.
The platform in front ofoG> II. Hough-
ton & Co.'s store has been much in
proved by repairs and painting.
Miss Edith Peck has gone to New.Lon-
don, Conn, to visit her grandmother,
and other friends for a few weeks.
Rev. NJ. L. Severance gave one of his
characteristic, well digested sermons last
Sunday, in exchange with Rev. e. H..
Peck.
The ice cream parlor at G.. S. Wright's
will be open next Saturday at Up. m, for
all who may wish to indulge on the
Fourth.
L. Morris Henry, has not improved in
health since his return from Florida as
it was hoped he would, though he seems
to be on the gain.
W. II. White has done good job in
grading about the Bennington Hotel, and
IN getting the premises into shape for
seeding for lawn.
Rev. A. S. Gilbert will give temper
ance lecture in the Baptist church next
Sunday evening at 1880. Theme, "How
shall we treat the consumer"
The new trains which have been placed
on the Fitchburg and b. & K. railway,
with the elegant Adirondack cars, are
attracting the attention of the public
along the line.
Edward WEIGH has the contract for
building the store and dwelling for Fred
Bottom. The timber and lumber is be-
ing delivered and work upon it is being
pushed forward vigorously.
The Olympics were defeated last Sat
urday by the Hoosick Corners nine in
score Of o to IL, on the home grounds.
Those who witnessed the game were
pleased with the conduct on both sides.
+. F. Houghton acted as umpire.
Fhe painting of our depot is nearly
completed, and it now presents as fine
an appearance as any in our knowledge.
II being junction and where a large
number of passengers change cars, it
should be an inviting place and have ac-
cOmmodations suitable for the demand.
A very pleasant party of seventeen of
the schoolmates of Lottie Gilbert met at
her home last Saturday TO celebrate her
18th birthday. Between the straw
ride" through the adjacent country and
the subsequent amusements and refresh
ments at the parsonage, the afternoon
was greatly enjoyed.
The Bennington and Rutland Railway,
is placing large water tank in position
near the depot to supply water for loco
motives. A large number Of men are now
employed in digging bitches for pipes
for the forcing Of water from Lake Paran
by steam power, into the tank, which
will be placed high enough to supply
water in every part of the yard.
John E. Darrows secretary and treas
urer of the Mariners Savings Bank, New
London, Conn, who, with his wife and
two children, has been spending his va
cation here, returned to his home Tues
day. They boarded with Mrs. ]. Skin
ner and expressed themselves as prefer
ing our village with its accommodations
and surroundings 10 Brattleboro, where
they were located last year.
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a DISH FOR LIBERTY.

On Saturday evening two overcoats
were stolen from the Centennial house.
This was about ten o'clock. The thieves
being followed closely by Officer Guilt
imam and assistants, they dropped the
clothing and 1t was recovered. About
midnight a man was arrested as a sup
posed accomplice and on Monday his
hearing was adjourned until to-day. He
made a sudden break for liberty at the
examination this forenoon, and was pur-
sued and captured between Loring' 8
house and stable. Officer Nash fired his
revolver else possibly the fellow might
have continued his flight He gave the
name Of James Howard, and. claims TO
be a lineman. It is supposed that the
name may be fictitious, but the officers
are confident they have one Of the right
men. The hearing was continued until
next Monday.
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dial welcomes. bennington win give

dial welcomes. Bennington viii give
them kindly greeting.
Many historical and romantic incl
dents are recalled concerning the early
days, as we have often heard them from
lips which have long been silent. What
choice material they would supply 10 the
successful writer's Of New England
storiesl We have been interested in the
published items concerning the build
ings of an early date, and would add a
few more to the list. The house now
occupied by Mrs. T.. II. Swift, was built
in 1905; the homestead Of Dea. Aaron
Hubbell in 1859, a stone bearing the date
is in the foundation in the south side Of
the house. An outside door bears the
marks of bullet fired by Hessian
scout before the battle of Bennington.
The former home of Dea. II. II. Har-
wood, was built in ITO. ''Tichenor
Place. in 1902. A building upon the
grounds, a carriage house, was of much
earlier date, and was used as residence
by the family, while the present dwell
ing was being built The "Walloomsac
House" is Of ancient date, also the
Scott homestead, at present occupied by
Mr.. Charles Scott and sister. The home
Of the late George w. Robinson is one
around which many interesting memories
cluster. The house at West Bennington,
owned by Mr.. Jonathan Richmond,
formerly known as the Hawks place"
was one Of the early houses. There are
others Of interest, but we cannot name
them all. Many Of the early buildings
are gone, some have been burned, others
Each has its own history, in
several instances reaching back into the
far away past. They were peopled by
men and women who acted well their
parts. They have long since been
gathered to their fathers" and their
works have followed them" XIII.
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County W. O. t. U.

The seventh annual convention Of tn,
Bennington County Woman's Christian
Temperance Union will be held in the
Town hall, Arlington, Friday July 10th
commencing at 9.45, and continuing
through the day with a silver medal con
test in the evening.
The programme Is as follows: 0.45
Devotional Meeting, Mrs. j. NJ. Apple
man; welcome to workers, Mrs. g. b.
Vault; response, Ready for Work, Mrs
j. Q. Blackmer; reports Of secretary anC
treasurer, also reports Of Unions. Music
Paper, appeal TO voters, Mrs. O. b.
Stafford; paper, Young Women's Work,
Mrs. NJ. Wardell; Parliamentary Drill
State press; music, Paper, Importance
of Little Things, Mrs. Dean; Annua
Message Of President, Mrs. A. +. Smith
election Of officers; nOontide hour Of
prayer.
Afternoon: $50, Prayer and Prais,
Service, Mrs. Q. II. Peck; reports Of
Superintendents Of Sunday School, press
etc; music; Paper, Mrs
Youlan, Rupert; Department Work
State press; paper, Patient Waiting, G.
NJ. Reynolds; music; paper, Our Whit
Ribbon. Mrs. g. w. Heneely, Rupert;
recitation, The Women's Crusade, Ethe
Vault; address, Working for Harvest,
State lpress, music; Pastors hour; re
port OF Resolution Committee.
Evening contest: Speeches from the
different Unions in the County. All are
cordially invited to attend. Half fare
rates on Bennington and Rutland rail
way.
Correction: Since sending this MOTTO,
10 the Manchester Journal, the date Of
meeting has been changed. Il win oc-
cur as above.
Mrs. A. F. SMITH, President,
Miss n. FRAEcEs CoLYIs, Secretary.
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Bennington Centre.

The prevailing interest in the August
celebration gives promise OF success.
There is strength in harmonious unity.
People sometimes join in an undertake
ing through the force Of circumstances,
but with unwilling hearts, and faces OF
discomfort. This Is not cheerful giving
Of time and thought, and causes a chill
ing atmosphere, II not practical failure.
In the preparations which are going for
ward, II each individual determines TO
do all that Is possible, wherever the
place may be, II each home, no matter
how simple, Is made to look its best, If
the highways receive sufficient attention,
success in many ways will be assured.
The approach 70 the Centre village can
be improved, coming up the hill from
the lower village over the new road.
This matter should receive immediate
attention; there Is no time to lose; the
10th of August will come very soon after
the 4th Of July. During a recent alb
sence Of the writer In other states, many
questions concerning the anticipated
event, were answered with confidence.
The spirit Of II abides in many hearts,
a requisite occasion proves how strong
and true It is. There are many who Will
be sadly missed. Names which are
starred 10 our memories far more
brightly, whore no dimness can ever
come. A repetition Of well known truths
Il often helpful. II Is cause for con-
tinual gratitude that the lines have fallen
10 Us in pleasant places. The grandeur
Of our mountains, the fertility OF our
beautiful valleys, should ever remind Us
that we have a goOdly heritage. The
absent sons and daughters OF Vermont
visitors and strangers can be sure Of coz
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New Books for the Free Library.

The following new books have just
been procured for the Free Library:
"Words and their Uses" White; ed
ucational Reformers," Quick; "Psyhol-
ogy," Sully; Lectures on Art" Taine;
PHILOSOPHY of Education" Rosen-
krantz; contributions to Educational
Science" Payne; "Habltin Education"
Radestock: emile" Rousseau; Intel
lectual Development of Europe, Draper;
Lights of Two Centuries" Hale; Light
of the World" Arnold; Leonard and
Gertrude" Pestalozzi; Aesthetics"
Day; "Ilios,' Schleiman; "Pompeii,
Dyer; "Catacombs of Rome" Withrow;
'Field Book of Botany" Gray; "Picci-
OLA" "Esoteric Buddhism;" "Woman's
Work." New Senior at Andover;"
''Nameless Nobleman"; ''Dr. lie Baron" !;
New England Num- "Humble Ro-
mance;" John Ward, Preacher" "How
the Other Half Lives" Life of Wen
dell Phillips;" "Our Italy," Warner;
"Great Value of Success" Pierson; I'm
ago Christi" Stalker; "Petrarch,"
Ward; "Taking of Louisburg;"
''Pooles Index" strangers and Way
fareFs;" Five Little PETERS"
1t will be noted that many of the works
in the above list belong to the classics of
the New Education" They embody
the principles applied by the leading
educators of the present day. They ex-
plain clearly how the best teaching of
to-day differs from that of the past. In
the educational centres no teacher is
deemed competent who is unfamiliar
with these works.
One aim of the committee in putting a
few pedagogical works into the library is
to interest the teachers in that institu-
ton and through them the children.
The writer recently heard a person re-
gretfully commenting upon the fact that
so many Graded school children come to
the library, implying that it was no place
for them. 1t would seem that the speaker
does not understand all the true objects
of library. 1t is everywhere the grow
ing opinion that it is the duty of the
schools to create in its pupils taste for
good reading. The Library should, and
necessarily must be, "a means to that end.
We are glad to notice in this list the
addition of valuable standard books.
Perhaps in purchases of this kind the
lighter works of fiction should not be en-
tirely left out, but great circumspection
should be exercised in their choice. The
books in public library should not be
merely books of the hour. They should
be rather of that substantial character to
which age gives added value. 1t is a
mistake to assume that books read only
occasionally are of little value, or that
you can measure the value of book by
the number of people who call for it.
We are glad to note the purchase of
"Poole's Index" This work gives at
once a practical value to all the files
of the great magazines and its use viii
grow upon us. On the whole we like
this list of books and commend the judg-
ment shown in the selection.
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THE oATAMOUNT MONUMENT.
To Letter n Granite Memorial Of a Fa-
nous Tavern.

To Letter n Granite Memorial of a Fa-
nous Tavern.
There will soon be special meeting of
the Bennington Historical Society to
ascertain the views of the members as to
the advisability of polishing one side of
the Catamount monument and cutting
thereon an inscription drafted by com
mittee appointed some time ago and con-
sisting of Prof. A. L. Perry Of Williams
College and Henry A. Hartman, a Rutland
lawyer. The monument, which is of
Barre granite, is six feet two inches high,
four feet four inches wide and two feet
nine inches thick. The stone stands by
the roadside in Bennington Centre, and
is about forty-five feet west of the old
Catamount Tavern, famous inn of the
Revolution. The memorial was erected
in 1877, the year previous to the
one hundredth anniversary of the
Battle of Bennington. 1t has al
WAYS been the design of the Society to
cover the four sides of the monument
with a history of the old tavern and to
place on top a bronze catamount. But
one thing or another has delayed action
until now the Society sees the impro-
priety of allowing an unmeaning granite
block to stand in the street and having
strangers continually ask the reason of
its presence. But as the August celebra-
ton approaches the Society is anxious
not to have the monument go unlettered
any longer, and mainly for this reason
the inscription below will doubtless be
adopted, though it will be supplemented
in time by an extended history Of the old
building, which passed away in ashes in
1871. The committee recommended the
following for the south side of the mon
ument: "In enduring honor of the love
of liberty and of their homes displayed
by the pioneers of this commonwealth"
For the east side: Opposite this spot
stood the Catamount Tavern, erected A.
ID. ITO" For the north side: within
its walls convened the Council of Safety,
A. d. 1772-7S." The Society will proba-
bly, vote to place the three sentences on
one side only of the monument, and
leave the other sides untouched until
such time as mature elaboration and re-
search shall decide what shall be proper
supplemental inscription. The grounds
of the old tavern are now occupied by the
beautiful residence of John V. ID. S.
Merrill.
The above from tho Bennington CORE
spondent Of the Troy Times, explains
itself. The notice in another column for
a meeting of the Bennington Historical
Society shows that active work is being
done towards bringing about this desira-
BILE contamination. We think there is
no doubt that the inscription will be
combined in one, and we suggest that
the fact be added that the Catamount
Tavern was Gen. Stark's headquarters at
the Battle Of Bennington.
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Mai. Valentines idea Of model pas
tor, we copy as the second quotation:
1--WE agree, first, that we should pay
as we go; second, we should live within
our income; third, we should contract
no debts that we cannot clearly see our
way to pay, and what debts we do make
and what contracts we enter into, should
be promptly paid, and honestly fulfilled;
fourth, we, within our means, should
have every convenience necessary to
make our surroundings attractive; an
elegantand commodious meeting house,
Sabbath school and social rooms, anil
last, but not least, the employment of u
clergyman, attractive, and not only
learned and eloquent, but of general in
telligence as well, Ia man fully up In the
advanced sentiment of the age, not hv-
ing in the superstitions and narrow dog
mas of the middle ages, but in full sym
pathy with the intelligence and liber-
atty Of the 10th century. A man who
sees no antagOnism between science and
his religion, and who bends his theology
to facts, rather than ignore facts to suit
his theology. In sh0rt,a man who rents
the pews and fills the house. We have a
right, and it is good policy, to take these
things into consideration when we look
for a man to fill our pulpit, and in do
ing so we but follow the business meth
DDS which govern our best and most sue
cessful business men. l am glad to say
that, in these particulars also, our So
ciety is ROl0 on solid basis, as our in
creased and increasing congregation
shows.n
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ST. Raphaers Church, Poultney, was
the scene Of pleasant event on Tuesday
of this week. The occasion was the
marriage of Miss A. NJ. Griffith Of this
village, and Mr.. Dennis Healy Of Hoosick
Falls, N. Y. The ceremony was per
formed at four o'clock in the afternoon,
by the Rev. J. NJ. Gelot and the wedding
dinner followed at the Lake View House,
kept by a brother Of the bride. The best
man was Michael Healy of Bennington
Centre, and the brides maid was Miss
Eiattil Dawn Griffith, sister Of the
biidge. The gentlemen were in full
dress. The bride wore white surah silk
with silk null, and Miss Griffith
was dressed in white silk. The church
was decorated with flowers and the nup-
tials were witnessed by large congrega.
ton.
The presents were both numerous and
elegant. Mr.. and Mrs. Healy's wedding
tour was to Northern Vermont and
thence to HOosick Falls, piG Fort Ed
ward, where they will reside. Congrat-
are hereby extended.
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NEW ADRHfTsEMEYTS
Notice..

There will be a special meeting of the Benning
ton Historical Society at the Office Of Edward l.
Bates. In Bennington, on the 18th day Of July, A
D. 1891 at 10 O'Clock in the forenoon, to take &C
ton upon the report Of the committee OF this so
ciety appointed TO prepare suitable inscriptions
for the "Catamount Tavern" Monument and tC
make the necessary arrangements for the cutting
Of the same upon the monument. Also to trans
act any other business proper TO be done wheI
met.
Bennington, Vt, july 2nd.Is9l.
EDWARD L. BATES,
24t2 Recording Secretary.
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The Great Bepeat

Which the people in run down state of
health derive from Hoods Sarsararilla,
conclusively proves that this me1icine
''makes the weak strong" 1t does not
act like a stimulant, imparting fictitious
strength, but Hoods SarsapaTilla builds
up in perfectly natural way all the
weakened parts parts, purifies the blood
and assists to healthy action those inn
portant organs, the kidneys and liver.
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I-WANTED:-A suit of three or four
rooms and board by two gentlemen who
are willing to pay fair price the year
round. Best of references given. Loca-
ton must not be far from the depot.
Address Box 1853, Bennington.
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Notice.

To the taxpayers Of the Village Of Bennington
A rate bill mas been placed in my hands for col
lection as follows: IS cents the dollar for the
village tax, 30 cents on the dollar for the high
way tax on the Grand List Of 1891, hereby de-
mand the amount Of said tax, andnotify you that
will attend to the reception Of the same at First
National Bank on and after July LIST, 1891, from Q
O'Clock a. m. until o'clock p. m.
There will be discount of4 per cent. on the
village tax II paid within 90 days.
GEO. #. GRAVES, Treasurer.
Bennington, VT, July 1sL 1891.
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Notice.

To the taxpayers Of the Bennn2ton Graded
School Dlstricit A rate bill has been placed in my
hands for collection OF 80 cents on the dollar on
the Grand List Of 1891; hereby demand the
amount OF said tar and notify you that will at
tend to the reception OF The same at First National
Bank Of Bennington, on and after July lst 1871,
from O'Clock a IN. until O'Clock. p. m.
There will be a discount OF 4 per cent, on said
tax II paid within % days.
GEO. r. GRAVES, Treasurer.
Bennington w. July ist 1891.
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IrWANTED.-To engage eight girls
to wait on table at the Putnam House,
Bennington, during the 18th, 18th, 10th
and Goth of August next. Two dollars
per day will be paid. Call Immediately
on L. Collins as above. 23t2
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Notice.

To the taxpayers of the Town Of Bennington
The rate bill Of the Town taxes of 1891 are DOW i
my hands for collection; hereby demand tn
payment Of said taxes and notify you that ! wi
attend to the reception Of the same at First Ne
tional Bank OF Bennington. on aud after July LIST
1891, from O'Clock, a. m. until 4 O'Clock p. m.
There will be a discount Of per cent. on tn
Town tax II paid within 90 days.
GEO. +. GRAVES, Treasurer.
Bennington, Vt, July LIST. 1891,
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NEW mIIIinerr stors.

Miss NJ. H. Sibley having purchased of
Miss A. M. Griffith, the millinery store
on Main street, would announce to the
public that she has engaged an ex-
perienced milliner and will be pleased to
receive their patronage. She has re-
ceived fine stock of midsummer goods
sailor hats, all the new styles. You will be
cordially welcomed at AS Main street,
Bennington. For ten days there will be
a grand bargain sale of the old stock.
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m-LosT:-Ladies small gold heart
pin. Finder will be suitably rewarded
by leaving the same at L. F. Abbott's,
300 Pleasant street.
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NOTICE.

Office Of the Bennington Water Company, Ben
nlngton, Vt. June 18th, 1891.
Notice Is hereby given that the regular annual
meeting OF the stockholders Of the Bennington
Water Company will be held at the office Of
Henry w. Putnam. in said Bennington, on Tues
day, July iath 1891, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon.
for the purpose Of electing board Of directors
Of said company for the year ensuing; also. to
transact any other necessary business when met
Ut SHURTLEFF, Secretary.
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aB-FOR SALE.-One full leather top
single carriage, nearly new. Win sch for
half price. Inquire at BANNER Office. pa
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Mnhice-

The regular meeting Of the Bennington Histor
zeal Society for the annual election Of Society
officers, will be held at the Office Of Edward l.
Bates In Remington, on the 18th day of August
A. ID 1891, at 10 o'clock In the forenoon.
Bennington, VT, July End, 1921.
EDWARD L. BATES,
o4,Q Recording Secretary