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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-05-28
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WEBSTER, famous as the author
of the Dictionary, which bears
his name, died at New Haven,
Conn.
The century was young when
he began to compile the work
with which his name is identified
and of which the first edition ap-
peared in 1928. His spelling book
had a sale Of over fifty million
copies
The advanced ideas of civilization
require good fitting Clothing.
This can only be accomplished by
resorting to the sort made by ex-
perienced hands; hence trifle high
er in cost, but the most economical
to buy, when service is considered.
SIa, IA, IS, 16, IS, 90 buys strictly
all wool, and correctly fitting Suits.
Take a peep into our furnishing
window to-day and see our latest in
Suspenders, warranted not to stain
the shirt, durable and comfortable.
A glance at them will convince
you they're right, soc.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-05-28

hall at $50 o'clock, consisting Of adj
dresses by Rev. Mr.. Donnocker and MI
G. 81. Boothbay of Saco. There will be
readings and recitations interspersed
with good music.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-05-28
~ Department.

We are overstOcked with Hats
and Caps, and to reduce them we
shall commence a grand rush in
this department this morning
by marking down prices to a
point never before reached.
This is a genuine mark down
sale.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-05-28
z CENTS EACH.

Not more than one dozen will
be sold to one customer as the
stock is limited and we wish to
reach all. This is the best value
in the department, but many
others will be found here.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-05-28
%LOTHING
49, Department.

Mems Suits, Black Cheviot,
S 700
Mems Suits, ALI Wool, 1000
Mems Pants,
s1.OO, 1.25, I.5O, 200, $50
Mems Overc0ats,
$500 and upwards
Mems Underwear, 25 cents
Outing Shirts 25 cents
Neckwear, 20 cents
FORMERLY so CENTS.
Children'S Suits from
$1.9S upwards
G. A. r. Uniform Suits and
Canes.
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~ DepartInl emit.

For these two days we shall
offer special bargain in crystal
Glass Tumblers. These are the
ones we have been selling for SO
cents a dozen. As special offer
we will sell them for
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-05-28
FURNITURE
Department.
SOMETHING ON
Refrigerators !!

The New Perfection Refriger-
ator is a rival that is pushing
hard i'm Maine for public favor.
1t is, as the name indicates, new
and it is also as near perfection
as it is possible for the work of
mortal man to be.
WHAT YOU DON'T WANT.
You don't want Refrigerator
so clumsy and awkward that YOU
have to keep it out in the back
yard. You don't want one that
must be buried in a snow drift
to preserve the ice. You don't
want one i'm which the ice, hash.
onions and custard after being
left together for a few hours will
on being taken out reflect the
taste of the whole in one indie.
scribable dose.
WHAT YOU DO WANT
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-05-28
- BOARDS.

A Sideboard is needed to give
the finishing touch to the dining
room. If you have not got one,
Just notice some of the houses at
which you visit---see if they have
not got one. See how nice it
looks and how bare the room
would look without it. Go home
and imagine one in your dining
room, then come and see ours.
Prices from $12 to $500. ALI
styles.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-05-28

For Picnics (the season
is about ready we have
baskets and hampers,
paper napkins, wooden
knives and forks, drinking
cups, paper plates, spreads,
glasses, water coolers
and about everything re-
quired except food.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1892-05-28

We keep Mattresses
and Nurse-maids' caps and
aprons.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03
KEBNE, N. H.

Hon. George E. Adams of Chicago who is
mentioned as a candidate for overseer of Harvard
university was born in keene in 1910 He is a
well-known lawyer in Chicago and has represent
ed his district in Congress for several terms. He
is strongly supported by the Harvard men in the
West
George II. Richards, jr W Unknown Boston
business man who committed suicide on Wednes-
day of last week by shooting, was the second son
of George II. Richards of keene. lie edu-
Gated in the Keene schools and at Brown uniyer-
sity He successfully engaged in the jewelry
business at Boston, for number of years at the
head of a firm on Washington street. Impaired
health was the cause of his sad act
A case of unfeeling motherhood has recently
attracted much attention in keene, Since the
death of her husband, Lucus l.. Fisher last De-
cember, Mrs Emily j. Fisher has been entertain
ing nursery stock salesman, one George Henry
French, who formerly worked in the Foster tan
merry at Keene, but who has for several years
been a resident of Malone, n Y, where he has n
wife and four daughters, one of whom was mar
ried a few days ago. Mrs. Fisher has succeeded
in avoiding the payment of debts to the amount
of $500. The house in which she lived was mort
gagged but she sold it a short time ago for $500
and took the proceeds for her own use. few
days ago Mrs Fisher and French suddenly de
parted from Keene, leaving her seven young chill
dren in destitute circumstances to care for them
selves The couple had their baggage shipped TO
Vergennes, Vt, but the woman told one of the
children whom she left crying in the road that
she was going to Rutland,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03
HINSDALE, N. H.

A. S. Bacon and c. 5. Farr were in town
Memorial day.
L. E. Stratton and NJ. V. Cotton are in
Boston this week.
Dumary's Comedy company are to APP
pear here June is, II and Is.
The class of '92 will be given private
reception by the alumni June IA.
Mr.. Markley from Tufts college preach
ed at the Universalist church last Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. II. d. Walker returned
from Olympia, Washington, last Friday
night.
O. II. Higgins was overcome by the heat
Wednesday while at work in front of Ed
Robertson's new house.
Harris Higgins has the contract for
building the road from West Swanzey vii
lage to Swanzey lake, and he now has a
large force of men at work.
John Carney, who ran away with per-
sonal property of j. II. Shaw of Palmer,
Mass, a few weeks ago, was traced by
Sheriff Healey to this place, and was ar
rested and taken to Palmer. Before the
district court Tuesday he was fined $50.
The boys went to West Swanzsy Memo
rial day to play with the Thompsons, but
the Thompsons refused to play, saying the
grounds were not in condition. The real
reason was that some players they expect
ed did not show themselves.
We notice in the Sentinel in the Ashue-
lot items that the II. II. Pratts easily de-
feated the Hinsdales, and in the Hinsdale
items that the score was lost and so no
record of the game. If the writer's of the
same will please interview our manager or
scorer, think they will be convinced that
we are in possession of the score and that
we were victorious.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03
MASSACHUSETTS, NOTES.

People i'm Lee were filled with CONSERVATION
last week for fear the Berkshire County Water
company's reservoir dam would go out and sweep
the main part OF Lee village into the Housatonic
river The reservoir covers % acres, II feet deep
The recent heavy rains have filed the reservoir
completely, and the water PUSHES over the dam
and down narrow gorge in a torrent Lee resi-,
dents have not forgotten the great loss OF life and
property by the breaking of the East Lee dam a
few years ago
Sheburne Falls is rejoicing over the fact that
the Mayhem silk factory is being operated again,
Francis Mayhem, a nephew of H. H. Mayhem,
and g. W. Wilkins the former superintendent,
conducting the business. About IS hands are now
employed and the number will be increased TO 6O'
Gen. Ralph Pomeroy auckland, who died in
Fremont o., on Friday, was born in Leyden in
1912. He commanded the Fourth brigade OF
Sherman's division at Shiloh, was made brigadier
general in 1859, and commanded troops at Vicks,
burg. He was elected to Congress In 1884 and
served two terms. In 1865, after resigning from
the army, he was breveted major general of vol
unteers.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03
WILMINGTON.

Mrs. Hattie Bowker Higgins is visiting in
town.
At the village meeting on Saturday even
ing c. Frank Clark was elected collector.
Additional men have arrived to work on
the Wilder house, recently bought by Mrs.
James Newton.
Mrs. Fred L. Bowen and daughter of
Bennington and Mrs. 5. w. Scott of Troy
have visited in town this week.
Attention should be given to the circu-
lar addressed to survivors of the 10th Yer
mont Volunteers, published in The Phn-
nix last week.
Hereafter the meeting of the Epworth
league will occur on Tuesday evenings and
Rev. Mr.. Mckenzie will hold preaching
service Sunday evening.
c. NJ. Russell goes to Hinsdale, y. H.,
next Monday evening to give his ilustrat-
ed entertainment upon the Civil war, I'M
der the auspices of the Baptist church of
that place.
Fifty-two firms and individuals have
opened deposit and check accounts with
the savings bank. The average balance is
over $4,000, or upwards of S400 for each
account. This is certainly handsome
showing and the indications are that
number more of desirable accounts will
be soon secured.
At the town meeting on Saturday it
was voted not to aid in the building of the
proposed road near Ray pond. The com
mittee appointed to consider the matter of
new road to the depot grounds reported
that the Newtons would pay One-tifth of
the expense and it was voted to pass over
the matter for the present.
The IIolyoke Transcript says: "The ac-
quttal of John c. Newton by a Des Moines
jury has this sensational addendum I'm
medately after the verdict was announced,
Mr.. Newton gave banquet to the jury at
the Saverie hotel. Next morning Judge
WOolsOn reprimanded Newton, broadly in
timating that if he had the power he would
again put him on trial, and that if he had
anticipated such conduct he would have set
the verdict aside. He then dishonOrably
discharged the entire jury from further
connection with the federal courts
Memorial day was observed as usual, the
published program being substantially car
ried out. 1t was not the privilege of your
correspondent to be present but the uni
versal expression is that the exercises were
fully up to those of former years. The
sermon by Rev. j. ID. Skinner was earnest
and thoughtful and incucated a high NOR
al lesson. The address by Rev. Il. c. r.
Mckenzie was all that was expected and
only one expression is made in regard to its
merits and that is that it was one of the
best ever given in town. The rain un-
doubleday detained some from attending
but did not seriously interfere with the eX-
ercises. The newly organized cornet band
discoursed excellent music.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03

The celebrated Hayes-Hunt case, to have been
tried this week at Woodstock, has been pnstp oued
to the next term OF court.
The Memorial address at Oh. ster was delivered
by SENATE Redheld Proctor, before large audi.
ence. The speech devoted TO a description
of the improvements since the rebellion, in the
implements Of warfare, and the methods of us
ing. Being approached on the subject Of presi-
Genital possibilities the senator, while friendly to
both Blaine and Iiar ison, prophesed the latter $
nomination. He thought that Vermont would
surely stand by the President, after the favors
she had received from the administration.
Jarvis Hunt of Weathersfield, nephew of VIM
VI Hunt, the artist, and Richard Hunt, president
of the American Institute of Architects, has com
pleted the working plans Of the Vermont building
for the Columbian exposition ut Chicago. and
forwarded them to Col. Adds + Walker in that
city.
j. b. Richardson Of Chester. and Elizabeth Cur
rier of the Spafford neighborhood in that town.
have had considerable litigation, says the Mont
pelier Argus, Last week Deputy Sheriff Dodge
visited the Currier residence with search war
rant issued upon the affidavit of Richardson, and
rings the total value being estimated $50, Sc
GREETED in "A straw bed. Upon a hearing the Justice
adjudged the property to belong to Richardson
and the articles were turned to him, but
Miss Currier was discharged from arrest because
the statute Of limitations had expired, the prop
erty having been stolen some seven eight
years since
Charles blanchard, Charles Griswold a I'd Harry
Mccarthy Of Springfield. while in drunken CON
dition, drove a horse in a reckless way through
the main streets at Caremont. n. H., last sun
day. They We're arrested and lodged in the
cooler, and on Monday payed fines amounting 10
S2424.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03
ACCOMPLISHMENTS, NOTICE.

4 ESTATE OF GEORGE PORTER.
The undersigned having been appointed by the
Honorable Probate Court for the Westminster Dis
trict Commissioners to receive, examine and ad-
just all claims and demands of all persons against
the estate of George Porter late of Townshend.
in said district, deceased, and all claims ex-
hibited in Offset thereto, hereby give notice that
will meet for the purpose aforesaid at the late
residence of George Porter, in Townshend, in said
district, the 25th day of June and the 25th day
OF August next, from 10 A. NJ. until p. NJ on each
of said days and that months from the 10th day
May, 1892, is the time limited by said court
for said creditors to present their claims to us
for examination and allowance.
Dated at Townshend, this eth day of May. 1899
u. r. BONDEN, lC,.,,.,i,.i..
. ID. +. BOUTELLE, COMMISSIONER
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03

Many are familiar with the famous
"Bufalo Bills" wonderful wild west show.
Prior TO his venture abroad, Mr.. Cody exhib-
tied at Staten Island, in New York IIarbor,
where he became afflicted with Malaria.
Knowing the virtues of Klckapoo Indian
Sagwa, Mr.. Cody sent to the agents for this
wonderful Indian remedy, and after using a
few bottles was permanently cured
cit is a remarkable medicine" said Nj.
Cody, "and 1 have known of its virtues a
long time. You may use my name and say
that for what it claims 10 do it has no equal,
and for malaria and chills it is far superior
10 quinine in many ways"
This, from the leading plainsman in Amer
Jean history, a man whose integrity is uh-
questioned, should prove beyond shadow
Of doubt that Kickapoo Indian Sagwa is just
what's claimed for It an honest medicine OF
superior curative qualities, combining the
best of the vegetable kingdom gathered
from the forests and gardens OF nature.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03
STATE OF VERMONT, Marlboro, IS.

- By the Probate Court for said District
To all persons interested in the Estate of
THEOPHILCS BATES, late Of Bratteboro, in
said district. deceased, Greeting
Whereas Albert Brown, Executor OF the last
will of Theophilus Bates, late of Brattleboro
in said district deceased has filed a petition in
this court setting forth that the sale of the whole
of the real estate of said deceased will be beneficial
to the heirs and all persons interested therein,
and praying for license TO sell the same and at
he the consent in writing of ali the heirs rasilint,
in this state to such sale Whereupon il is order
ed that the same be heard At the session of said
court, to be held at the Probate Office i'm Bratle-
boro, on the fourth day of June, A. ID. 1892,
when and where you may be heard in the prem
Uses if you see cause,
81 L. w. STODDARD, Register.
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COMMISSIONERS, NOTICE.

y ESTATE OF ACRELlCS HOWE.
The uud-rsl Surd having been appointed by the
Honorable Probate Court for the district Of West
minister commissioners to receive, examine and ad-
lust all claims and demands of all persons against
the estate Of Aureus Howe late Of Jamaica,
in said district, deceased, and all claims eX-
hbted in offset thereto, hereby give notice that
will meet for the purpose aforesaid at the
dwelling house of said deceased. in Jamaica, on
the first Tuesdays of June and November,
next, from A. NJ, until { O'Clock p. NJ, on
each of said days, and that six months from the
tenth day Of May, 1892, is the time limited by
said court for said creditors to present their
claims to us for examination and allowance.
Dated Jamaica, this 10th day of May, 1Sg2
>, !; 4; 1 Ri{r NJ NP a. Commissioners.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03
YERMONT. westminster- IS
". /. HAWLEY.
May I2th.

May I2M.
Today | shall put on sale
70 Ladies' Outside Garments,
which | bought in New York
day before yesterday, being
the clearing out at sacrifice
prices OF the high grade inn
ported Sample Garments of
four different Cloak Houses.
Many of them are Tan or
Black Capes, which are so
much in favor now. There
are almost as many differ
ent effects as there are gar
ments. No care lot of any
kind. | shall share with my
customers the advantage in
price.
Some new patterns in fine
dress goods will be opened
today. Single patterns. No
two alike.
Three pieces more of "I1in-
doc CLOTH at 81 I-2 cents a
yard. Same quality but diff
ferent patterns from last lot.
Two pieces more of the
black silk dress net at $3.50 a
yard, lust the same as previous
lot.
New lot of cheap Challies.
New assortment of White
wool dress fabrics.
Job purchase of one case
20 different patterns-tancy
dress ginghams in desirable
colorings, and this seasons
designs, same grade as have
been sold everywhere at 10
cents, for 1874 cents a yard,
while this lot lasts.
". /. HAWLEY.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03
1.-THE NORTHFIELD."
THIS SEASON AT THE NoRTHF1ELD

THIS SEASON AT THE NoRTHFIELD
The above illustration shows The North
held, the popular summer hotel at our
neighboring Massachusetts town of the
same name, which opens its fifth season
next week Wednesday. Ever since this
house was first opened it has done a pros
porous business, and it has been necessary
to make two engagements to accommodate
the demands of those who find here an
ideal summer home i'm the midst of natural
attractions of unusual beauty and diver
sity. Standing on an elevation in the
midst of generous lawn overlooking the
famous Mortified street, the Connecticut
river, and other nearby attractions which
suggest summer GOODNESS and retirement,
the view embraces also the near and far
distance peaks and mountain ranges in
three states. The drives are many and
varied. No other New England summer
resort is in the midst of a more wholesome
and elevating moral atmosphere. The
town has been made famous by Mr.. Moody's
successful schools and Christian convoca-
tions, and it is largely people who are in
terested in these beneiicent enterprises who
are drawn to Mortified to enjoy the sum
mer delights here afforded. This years
Worlds Conference of college students
will hold its sessions from July to IL.
August will open the tenth general CON
ference of Christian workers, to be under
direction of Rev. DR.. \. J. Gordon of Bos-
ton, by Mr.. Moody's request. Commence
ment week at the Ladies Seminary and at
Mt. Hermon will begin June Il.
Mr.. Ambert G.. Moody, the enterprising
and successful manager of The Mortified,
has recently issued a handsome leatlct con
tanning numerous Photographic views of
the hotel and charming bits of natural
scenery, which are in easy reach of those
who make The Mortified their summer
home.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03
neutrality-suspicious., NOTICF.

y ESTATE OF OSMOKE z, HOWE.
The undersigned having been appointed by the
Honorable Probate Court for the District of West
minister Commissioners to receive, examine and
against the estate of Osmore O. Howe late of
Jamaica. in said district deceased, and all
claims exhibited in Offset thereto hereby give no.
tce that we will meet for the purpose aforesaid at
the first Tuesdays of June and November next
from A. NJ. until p, NJ, each of said days,
and that six months from the tenth day of May,
A. d. 1892 is the time limited by said court for
said creditors TO present their claims to us for
animation and allowance.
Dated at Jamaica, this 10th day of May, 1892
81 Il. NJ. BUTLER, COMMISSIONER
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03
IN THE LOCAL FIELD.
WINDHAM.

A. Upham has purchased horse corn
planter and is planting corn for Others
The exercises of Memorial day passed off
successfully according to program, and in
spite of the rain there was a good audience
to listen to the address of Col. Haskins.
which was well received
Prof Nathan Thompson of Baltimore.
Md, who is to spend his vacation north,
has been engaged to supply the Congrega-
tional pulpit for four months, beginning
next Sunday, Mr.. Beckwith being unable
TO preach
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1892-06-03

The Franklin county W c. T. L. will hold their
annual convention at the town hall ON Friday
June TO-
George Long, who recently sold his place, has
moved to Athul for the summer. Mr. Merritt and
Herbert Smith and families will occupy the two
tenemrnts of the house.
Several from this place went to Boston on Wed.
nestay. taking advantage Of the railroad stock
helpers meeting in which several Mortified Cit
lens are interested.
Miss Fowles, a sister Of Mrs. Dean. who with
her sister and. family has for several summers
spent Sumr time in Mortified, died in Boston re-
Gently after a brief illness. She had many warm
friends here. Mr.. and Mrs. Green and Miss Os-
good attended the funeral on Saturday last Miss
F"wleS and her sister had arranged to come here
early in the summer. She will be much missed
10y all.
The program for commencement Of Mount
HermOn school is as follows:
saturday June II. p NJ. alumni prize debate :;
sunday, lO:4l a. ~. sermon to graduating class
by Rev. Or. Graham Taylor. in Mortified church :
P N, praise meeting; Monday, ; p VI class day
exercises p. NJ, Allen prize declamations:
Tuesday, II 4. Nj, graduation exercises with ad-
press by Rev. Or. 7. L. Cuylr; =. NJ . collation.;
p n. annual business meeting Of alumni asSp-
citation; p. 81, alumni dinner at The North
field -
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.-,rArE an NEnMnNr. nlnrr,nrn ~

y By the Probate Court for SAID u strict.
To all persons Interested in the estate Of MARY
HARRIS, late Of GullforC, IN said District de
ceased Greeting.
You are hereby notified that this Court viii de-
eide upon the allowance Of the account Of Fred
II Harris, Executor Of the last will Of said de-
ceased. and decree distribution thereof to the
persons entitled thereto at the session thereof
to be held at the Probate Office IN Brattehoro IN
said District on the last saturday Of June. 1897.
when and where YOU may be heard IA the prem
Uses II You cause.
81 . w STDDpNRp Register