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St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1892-01-21

By a strange coincidence, by means
of the japanese divining stick a fear
full calamity on this very dav was
predicted some months previous and
was communicated to the cabinet.
The work of relief has been vigorous
ly pushed; all classes are giving liber-
ally. Many temporary hospitals
were opened. My brother-in-law,
Mr.. Clark, assisted in the work and
sends down some very pitiful in
stances. One woman was brought
in from the country with one limb
badly broken and mangled, and the
other foot badly bruised; she had
had no medical treatment from the
first Chat is, for eight or ten davs.)
Thelimb had to be amputated above
the knee. 1t was thought that per-
haps the other could be saved; two
days later the other had to be taken
off. One m escaped safely from
her house, but returned to save her
child; with her child in her arms she
and for three hours on her knees she
held up heavy timbers across her
back, to save the child Under her
from being crushed; she probably
will never walk again. The Okaya-
ma orphan asylum has sent out four
workers to the afflicted cities and
they have already gathered together
800 orphans; how these will be sup
ported remains to be seen. 1t is pat
erned after George Mulor's faith
orphanages in Bristol, Eng, and will
dOubtIeSS he DrOvi6e6 for If &c re-
ported that many are seeking the
way of life as never before.
Very sincerely,
SIDNEY L. GULICK.
Kumamoto, Japan, Nov. 81, 81.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1892-01-21
THIRTEEN MILLION VOTES.

More states will participate in the
presidential contest this year than
at anv previous election. The num-
Der is %fortv-four, six more than took
part in the elections of 1880, 1884,
and 1888, seven more than took
part in the election of 1876, eight
more than took part in the elections
of 1868 and 1862, and thirty more
than participated in the first presi-
Dental election, when only sixty-fve
electoral votes were cast instead of
444, as will be the case this year.
Unpopular vote was about 10, OOO,-
900 in 1884, about 11,4OO, 900 in
1888, and it will probably reach 49,
600, 900 votes in 1892. The total is
forty times greater than that cast at
the first presidential election, and
larger than the electorate of any
country in ancient or modern times.
For the first time it exceeds the total
the French Republic. Great Britain's
total was passed many years ago.
That of any other European and
American country where popular
suffrage is exercised shrinks into in
significance in comparison with our
10, OOO,O 900 votes. No more strik-
ing illustration of the enormous ex-
tent of the American franchise in
1892 can be found than the fact that
at the census of $780,, now little more
than a century old, the total number
of inhabitants of the republic, men,
women and children, was 1929, pa.
Along with the growth of popula-
ton, the territorial boundaries of
the country have also been increas-
ing by the accession of new states.
The presidential election of 1892 will
be held throughout a domain, under
the sole sovereignty of citizenship,
larger than at any previous election
recorded by history. Yet great, in
%structive and inspiring as will be the
spectacle thus presented. and i'm
portant as are the issues involved, it
is not at all improbable that, as has
been the case in every presidential
election since the close of the civil
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1892-01-21
A GREAT TROTTING YEAR.

The year 1891 stands out as the
most brilliant and remarkable in
trotting annals. Never before in n
season were so many new records
made and fast miles scored by so
many tr~otters. The worlds record
was reduced by Sunol to 2.OSA, the
stallion record by Palo Alto to
2.OSA, the ~two-year-old record by
Arion to 2.1OA, the yearling record
by Frou Frou to 1854, and therace
record by Nancy Hanks to PIP,
which was also equalled by Delmarsh.
1t is true that all of these per-
formances-eXcept Delmarsh's race
heat in 2.12-were on a kite shape
track, which is more favorable to
speed than the regulation oval
course. They stand, however, as
records. Besides these achievements
Nancy Hanks trotted a mile in 200
on a regulation track the fastest
time made on such a track since
Maud S. won her record of 2.OSA six
years ago. The same mare also
scored the best three heats on record.
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a the result will be determined bv
the votes of a comparatively small
number of citizens living within can
non sound of the New York CITY hall.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1892-01-21
LET

We want TO LET everybody know that we are offer
ing some very fine rich goods at prices which are less
than reasonable. Our splendid business not only allows
but encourages us to cut down the prices on some of these
goods which generally command a good profit. We hope
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etc., without the peeuniary concessions. Please give the
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which we will gladly furnish.
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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
Who Mrs. jaw Gould was.

Mrs. Jay Gould, who died few years
since. was Miss Martin, and the daugh-
ter OF a rich grocer. When she married
Jay Gould II was about the time OF his
going into his first operations In the city.
and she lent him her $50, 900 to carry them
on with. For a long time 1t was some-
what doubtful II she would ever see the
money again. The real harvest began, IL
Is said, after his connection with Fisk.
As soon as her husband could possibly do
so he separated nis interests from hers
AND carried her fortune along In
separate investments, generally at
her direction. 1t is now eight years
ago that che told her husband
that she meant TO set him good example
and retire from Wall street. Jay Gould
at once had his bookkeepers figure up his
wlfe's interest exactly. and took all her
stocks, bonds and other securities OF her
hands at their market value. He then re-
turned to her over $4,000, 900 which she
invested In government bonds and other
securities Of undUubted soiidity. This
was hor personal fortune. and quite dis
tinct from that lavlshed on her by her
husband. Altogether she left ss,oooo 900
TO her children.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
UGLY GIRLS.
Are They Not Likely to be Happier Than
Their Handsome Sisters?

Are They Not Likely to be Happier Than
Their Handsome Sisters?
The statement that ugly girls are gen.
orally left to run to waste as unappropri-
ated blessings." is not supported by evil
dence. Who has not met wives as ugly as
any old maid In his list OF acquaintances2
1t is safe to make the broad generaliza-
tion that an ugly girl, all other things
being equal, is likely to have fewer offers
than pretty girl, but quite as likely to
receive the one offer which will make her
happy wife. II may be doubted whether
a plurality OF lovers is an unmixed advan-
tage to girl; one good lover, the elect
man, attracted TO her by affinity In its
highest sense, is forever enough.
1t is questionable. after all, IL woman's
beauty or LONELINESS makes much differ
ence to a man after he has been married
to her year. Does he even know how
che looks2 He sees her inner nature, and
the happiness OF the couple Is decided by
the effect OF their inner natures upon each
other. Many a man with pretty wife
has been infatuated with the society OF a
very plain-looking woman, who possessed
either Intelligence or some power OF
adaptation he missed in his partner.-Lip-
pincotts Magazine.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
LEAP YEAR PROPOSALS.
How Women First Obtained that Priv
ilege.

How Women First Obtained that Priv
ilege.
Colin Shackleford said: Some one
eked me the other day what was the
origin OF women proposing marriage
during a leap year. / looked II up. and
while it may not be new to all daresay
1t will interest many. In the year 1888. a
statute was published by the Scotch Par
lament, of which the following Is a copy,
and Is, TO my mind, the origin OF the Gus
tom or idea. do not know that IL Is a
custom or ever was:
at Is ordaint that during the reign OF
Her Maist Blessit Majestic Margaret, like
maiden, ladee OF bath high and low es-
tate, shall hae liberty to speak to the man
she likes. Glf he refuses TO take her to
be his wyf, he shale be mulct In the sum
Of ane hundredt pounds or less. as his
estait may bee. except and always gif he
can make 1t appear that he Is betrothit 10
another woman, then he shall be free.
AFTER the dear old Margaret had
passed away, tho women became clamor-
Gus for their privileges. and to appease
them another act OF Parliament allowed
them the privilege OF proposing every
fourth year. This year Is leap year, and
no doubt the question will be asked OF
you what gave rise to the notion that
women may do their own courting."-
Chicago Tribune.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
ORANGES FOR THE COMPLEXION.
One of the Best Blood Purifiers and Skin
Clarifers Known.


The value Of oranges as an article OF
food is we'll known. II buy them by the
box, says a mother. "and let my children
eat them constantly in lieu OF candy or
other priced chlldren's dainties. l con-
slider that save money by IT," AT some
CT the inebriste asylums oranges have
proved an efficient substitute for alcohol,
patients sucking the juice OF them abun-
dantly every time the thirst for liquor
comes upon them. This fact is so well
recognized that often at temperance cof-
fee stands piles OF luscious oranges are
also kept.
And now another benefit is alleged for
them. Some famous French beauties OF
former days IL Is asserted secured and
preserved their marvellous compilations
by free diet OF oranges. One In par
tlcular lived almost entirely upon the
fruit. A dozen each at breakfast aud
luncheon made up these repasts; at din
ner dozen more, with a crust OF bread
and one glass OF burgundy. Doubtless an
orange fad Is threatening-for the pur-
suit OF a complexion Is very absorbing
one to women.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
AS IT LOOKS To WOMEN.
Some Chat About the Leap Year
Proposal.
SOME SEASONABLE FASHIONS,
Oranges Are Said to be One of the Best
Blood Purifiers Known-The Conspicu-
Gus Woman Now wea Her Watch
on Her Shoulder.

The Rev. DR.. Robert Collyer says:
"Marriages should be performed by or
dained clergymen and not by civil author
ity, and wnen once performed no civil
law should put IL asunder.
81 do not say this. he adds because
am a minister, but do not think that
Tom, Dick and Harry ought to be allowed
TO marry. Marriage is n sacrament, and
as such belongs to the church. We can
do no more than bless it. but we should
be allowed TO do that.
Marriage undertaken In the lusts oil
the flesh or the pride OF the eye is what
brings down nations. There Is no holy
wedlock without certain fitness OF heart
and character. The marriage ceremony
"a that which makes holy what otherwise
would be a shame In this life."
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
Necklaces Fashionsb BILE.

The modern necklace becomes more and
more resplendent; still there is fancy
for the simple old necklets that girls wore
fifty years ago where n tiny gold chain
supports heart or ocket. The prettiest
OF these nee lets have an enamelleo
flower. diamond-tlpped. and with a dIa.
mond ueart. Such pretty one the girls
with sweethearts are wearing now, with a
four-leaf clover for luck, enamelled In the
exact gray-green tints OF the leaf and
sparkling with diamond dew.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13

One hears Of tonics for tho nerves
tonics for the digestion. and hair tonics ir
plenty. but 1t Is only recently that we
heard Of tonic for the skin-not q cos
metic Ia any sense OF the word. but 6
tonic pure and simple, which. It's claim ed
helps the circulation, makes the fesf
hard and smooth. and Is great preven-
tive OF wrinkles. This Is the formula
Two ounces Of spirits OF ammonia. two
ounces OF spirits Of camphor, one cupful o.
sea salt, two cupfuls OF alcohol. Put al
In quart bottle and fill up with boiling
water: shake we'll before using. II the
face, neck and arms, are rubbed with this
lotion daily and then dried, they say the
effect is very rejuvenatlng.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
THE "NEWS"
For 1892.

The NEWS for 1902 viii be better than IT'S brie
existence thus far has given but faint indication Of what
will do and become
1t will print every issue all the of the day. local
domestic and foreign convenient and attractive shape
1t will eaouy guard and preserve the reputation ha:
gained for decency, fairness, accuracy enterprise.
1t will be home newspaper. 1t will devote gene-ou.
space and attention the interests OF domestic sub
ects and the whole round of activities which fill much O,
the time and thought of the feminine half of mankind
In politics the NEWS will be Republican paper
tariff Republican paper 1t will uphold the industrial inter
ests of Rhode Island and of the country 1t will fight
fully for the preservation of the system which has made the
country's development the marvel Of the world.
The coming campaign will be fercey contested. Much
depends upon it. The question of protection free trade
may by decisive vote be settled for many years The
NEWS will do its best help settle the question right
Local matters the NEWS will fleet in the heat
of national campaign 1t stands for everything that will
aid Providence 1t believes in the city, takes pride in it's
present character and has faith in it's future growth and
development AS the capital and port of of the great
manufacturing regions of the world Providence will have
vast commercial Importance if the protective policy prevala
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13

The little shoulder cape that we en-.
brsced so arden.ly In the spring as to de.
stroy Its prestige is rarely seen now ex
cept at the theatre, where the Cavalier
and Henri ii. shapes. with their imposing
collar, lined with ostrich feathers, FIRE.
quently lend piquant grace to a pretty
woman's toilet. The capes are usually
lined with some gay color. and the smart
little bon net matches this lining In tints.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
THE SHOULDER WATCH.
The Latest Fad of the Conspicuous
Woman.

The swagger young woman is wearin,;
her watch just now on her shoulder, just
In front Of the arm. The chatelalne at.
tachment which used to fasten It to her
belt is gone. and the watch 10 held In
place by a brooch made for that purpose
In the form Of true lovers knot or the
Heur-de-lis. and pinned conspicuously on
her shoulder. Inside her wraps, on her
gown Not bit OF It! Outside where
any passer-by can see the time O. day, and
where IL must be excellent prey for the
skillful fingers OF thieves.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13

The poke bonnet is again fashionable
but the shape 10 cut bacS from the face
more than In fs srmer models. Very pretty
arc the poke bonnots trimmed with lac'
frills on the brim, and set far inside ant
resting against the hair. Broad velvet
strings tied under tho chin accompany
these quaint bonnets.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
A RECEPTION GOWN.

Here is startling gown recently seen.
The effect was simply bewitchlng. 1t was
a dress Of rose-pink satin, with brocaded
design In black velvet, bordered with
cable, and worn with sleeveless bodice OF
Black velvet, ont In Russian shape. The
sash was Of pink petuche antique Our H.
lustration gives the effect OF the whole
better than column OF description
wauld
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
NEAT AND GRACEFUL.

Here Is gown made of pale blue be-
galine. striped with black. The sleeves
are OF pale blue velvet, embroidered with
steel, while the front OF the bodice Is OF
pale blue crepe. bordered on either side
with cascades OF white lace, and finished
round the waist with wide sash and bow
OF black satin.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13

IL Is worth knowing that there are
women who can put on wall paper. and
retain the serenity of their souls when
they behold the results OF their attempt
to match the sides. But the question is
Where are they --where2"
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13
THE
"NE WIS"
NOTHING
SUCCEEDS
LIKE
SUCCESS.

The journalistic sensation of New
England is the sudden and wide popu-
larity of the NEWS. Outside of Boston .
nothing like it was ever known before
Live men appreciate live newspaper.
Fair men appreciate fair one. Busy
men like a condensed newspaper.
Women like clean newspaper with
space devoted to home interests. Per-
haps that accounts for it.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13

Even " nicely furnished n the old Stove Is no, re-
placed by anew one. CLKMEScK BROS Co. are
selling them at hall prise.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-01-13

We seem to be In for season OF black.
Black has spread from the stockings until
IL now covers the whole figure. One OF
the gowns seen at a recent reception in
Paris is shown herewith. 1t was a dress
OF black velvet, with the front and sides
OF black satin, with full frills from the ell
bow and bertha Of rare antique lace. No
one can say that It was other than a
tasteful combination. The elegance OF Its
lines Is admirably shown In the cut.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1892-01-15
LAID AT REST.

The funeral of the late Mrs. Maria
E. Sibley, occurred this afternoon at
two o'clock, at the residence of her
daughter, Mrs. John A. Willard. AS
slight tribute of respect for the de-
parted soul, the members of the
Methodist church, of which she was a
devoted member, sent heart of
flowers to be taken to the tomb and
to rest upon her casket.
After appropriate singing Rev. John
Barbour read portion of scripture.
In accordance with the wish of the
departed, Rev. f. M. Rule selected as
the subject of his remarks that
portion Of the scripture which
says SIN my Fathers house are many
mansions" He paid noble tribute
to her long and faithful christian life.
AT the conclusion of his words of
meditation, Rev. John Barbour, TAX
ing for his theme the words selected
for text, pictured the scenes of heav-
en- as described in the Bible.
At the conclusion of the services
the many friends present took last
look at the mortal remains of true
friend and noble Christian woman.
The interment took place at Glen
wood cemetery.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1892-01-15
COMMUNICATED.
MANKATO, Mimi, Jan. 13, 80

MANKATo, Mimi, Jan. 13, '92.
Editor Free Press
wish you would do all in your
power to abate the nuisance that is
of an insulting nature to many We
men who have occasion to pass up
and down Front street after night
fall. Several times recently | myself,
with others, have been insulted by a
lot of rowdies who frequent the cor
ners. seemingly for the purpose of
making remarks about those who pass
by. Why is it the police do not at
tend to their business and keep the
streets clear of loafers?
AN OLD RESIDENT.
The FREE PRESS took occasion a
few days ago to draw the attention of
the police to this matter. 1t is in
deed disgrace to think that indiyid-
uals have nothing else to do but to
stand upon the corners of Front street
and make remarks as to passers by.
This state Of things must stop or we
will know the reason why.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1892-01-15
BOARD OF TRADE.

A regular semi-monthly meeting of
the Board of Trade was held Monday
morning at the usual time and place.
The minutes of the previous meeting
were read and approved. The annual
reports of the Secretary and Treasur-
er were read and on motion were &C
cepted. The following named persons
were elected as officers for the ensuing
year: John A. Willard, President;
James Shoemaker, 1st Vice-President;
VIM M. Farr, End Vice-President; j.
n. Hall, Treasurer; G. A. Chapman,
Secretary. The following named in
dividuals constitute the Board of
Directors for 1892: John G. Noe, Geo.
E. Brett, e. M. Pope, d. w. Selleck,
B. f. Pay, l. Longini, r. d. Hubbard,
G. HI Higgs, John G. Wise ST., John
Klein, w. B. Walker, p. Follman, ii.
p. Jensen, B. futile, III. p. Christen-
sen, M. G.. Willard, S. f. Barney, G.
A. Everhart, o. Cassidy and Chas. III.
Austin. After the usual routine of
business the meeting on motion, adj
iourned.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1892-01-15
DEATH OF THOMAS PEART.

Mr.. Thomas Peart. of this city,
died at the residence of his son in
Belgrade, Nicollet county, Tuesday
evening, He was born in England, Feb.
%, 1913, but in childhood came with
his parents to the State of New York,
where he spent the early part of his
life. In 1857 he settled in Belgrade
and opened up the farm now owned
by his son, and where he reared his
family, and finally closed his unos-
tentatious but usefnl and successful
life. He came to Mankato about II
years ago. He was the father of elev-
en- children, five of whom preceded
him to the spirit world.
His wife, with the following chill
dren, are still living: Thos. G. OF
Belgrade; L. r., of Dakota; A. L of
Duluth: T. W., of ST. James; Mrs. j..
M. Hazen, of Minneapolis: Mrs. Hen
ry Loot, of Omaha, Neb. The de-
ceased leaves eight grand children
I who also mourn his loss. He was a
member of the Methodist church for
twelve years. Realizing that the end
was near at hand all Of his children
were called for and were at his bed
side when his spirit took it's flight.
Funeral services at the residence of
Thos. G. Peart, in Belgrade, Friday
morning at II o'clock.