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The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-09-06

GLADSTONE has carried his bill pro-
viding home rule for Ireland through
the house of commons. Americans.
more by reason of their sympathies
than their judgment, will rejoice with
Ireland and the big-hearted old man
who has c%hampioned her cause From
the American point of view, the scheme
of home government devised for Ire.
land was crude and impracticable. But
Americans who criticise republican
government in France or Gladstone's
proposed scheme of home rule for Ire.
land must ever bear in mind that the
environment Of freedom in France or
Ireland is very different from the
~tavoring conditions under which popu.
lar government has been practiced in
the United States. This wide differ
ence must always be taken into ac-
count on this side of the water in iudg-
ing of the merits or wisdom of any
scheme of free government proposed
Tor a European people. But it is a great
personal triumph for Gladstone. 1t is a
great, although a barren, victory for
ireland to be able to break down or
soften the adamantine English preiu-
dice to a sufficient extent to secure the
passage through the of a
home rule bill of any kind. 1t is
e~ighty-two years since the agitation for
restoration of Ireland's legislature
began. O'Connell's eloquence, Fenian
force, oratory, murderous violence have
h'led the decades of agitation. Parnell
opened the way, and Gladstone led in
the parliamentary struggle that has
ended in a great moral triumph.
Would that the house of lords would
anticipate the inevitable, a v other
years Of passionate strife and now grant
lreland's prayer for the control of her
W local affairs.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-09-06

SENATOR SHERMAN's discussion of
the silver question has been the Incl
dent of the week in the senate. In the
speeches of the great republican lead
ers there is force, directuess and cam
dor. In these qualities they present a
striking contrast to the political ha-
rangues the necessities of their en-.
vironment eXtort from the opposition
leaders. Senator Hill and others in the
house and senate have expressed the
opinion that repeal will not prove a
panacea for existing business ills. Mr..
Sherman agrees with these members,
and expresses his conviction that rad.
ical tariff legislation will plunge the
country into tenfold greater distress
than has been laid at the door of the
act of 1890. -
THE National Guard of Vermont
needs no defender. 1t is the people of
Vermont, not a few hundred militia.
men, that are illuminated, not by the
senseless u~lterances OF an obscure and
irresponsible print, but by newspapers
which in a spirit of general cussedness
have given currency to those utter
ances. The communication by Mr..
Powers elsewhere in this issue leaves
nothing TO be added on this subject.
People may have honest differences of
opinion as to The wisdom or necessity
for the present scale of expenditure for
military purposes; and they may differ
as to the practical value of the existing
plan of muster, but they a have but
one opinion as to the morale of the
guard, and this opinion has been very
fully and spiritedly set forth in the com
munication referred to above.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-09-06

A son was born to Mr.. and Mrs. Albert
Norton, September /. - George Mil
Ter, from Boston, is spending a few days at
j. p. Browns. - May Wrisley, from
waterbury, is to teach in district No. 2,
and Eva e. Goodspeed in district No. a..
- Mrs. A. V. Phillips, Hattie Duncan
and daughter. from Bolton, are visiting at
f.. 5. Heaton's. - G.. Eugene Ingalls,
and Willie Goss, from Williamstown, are
spending a few days in town.
The Press., 1893-03-23
..plotsn Are Very Scarce.

James Payn recently told this anec- dote to illustrate the difficulty of secur- ing good plots:
 "Troilope was at one time almost alone in not-seeing the necessity of hay- ! ing any story in his books. Wilkie Collins once said to him, Your fertility, nly dear fellow, alnazes me; where do you get-they are not much, but still you have to find them-your plots fromT Well, my good sir, to tell you the truth, from you. A very little bit of one of your plots-and, you see, you never miss it-does for me-
 ssThe fact is, good plot is difficult thing to get. A very clever acquaint- ance of mine, divine who had distin- guished himself in literature, once con- troverted this. He said he had himself quite talent for plots, only, being in the theological line, they were of no use to him. We'll I said, a little irritated, you are always wanting money for your chancel q had never heard so, but knew the cloth, and the shaft went home), and for every good plot you give me, if it is only in ten lines, I'll give you ten pounds. After awhile-not the next day, as he had led me to expect-he sent me a dozen. I didn't find it quite SC easy as I thought he admitted in his letter, but here they are.'
 s.Six were as old as the hills and the other six not worth a farthing. 1 have had hundreds of plots-or the hint of them, which is all that is required given me in the course of my literary career but only two good ones, and one I bought. They are very rare and valu: able articles"
The Press., 1893-03-23

''It has done perfect wonders for me. I was soon on the right road to. health and strength by it's use, and am gaining every day. Alter taking two bottles could do more work than I had for over a year, and now do all my housework and all my sewing. I can walk vigorously, indeed have walked as far as five miles in an afternoon. Yes, it is true, you can ask anyone here. - "I can now eat better than ever, am strong again, and have got back most of my former looks and good color.
 ''I am wonder to everybody who knows how weak and low l was before using this remedy. Our doctor met me a few days ago and said that I was doing wonderfully, that my eyes were bright and that looked we'll. ZIG "Oh, words are useless! 1 cannot tell how much I prize this great and blessed medicine All my family join me in one loud chorus in saying, God bless this great health giving remedy. have told every one of my friends, far and near, and you see they cannot help believing, for here am living witness to show what l has been done for me-"
 Can anything be added to this?
 The sick and suffering should certainly use so marvellous health giver as this great remedy appears to be. Especially should all use it now, for it is the most excellent of all spring medicines to invig. crate the blood, strengthen the nerves and regulate all the organs. It purely vege- table and harmless, and druggists keep il for $1 per bottle.
 Doctors recommend and prescribeit be. cause it is the discovery and prescription of an eminent physician. Dl. Greene, o1 25 w. 14th Street, New York, the sue. cessful specialist in curing all forms o1 nervous and chronic diseases. The doc
 tor can be consulted free, personally ol ' by letter.
The Press., 1893-03-23
The Bows Idea of It.

It seemed as if the visitor never would go away. She had been there d month or more and gave no signs of departure. One day the small boy of the house was looking at her very intentIy at the table.
 "What is it, Johnny?" she inquired graciously, as do those who are receiv- ing undeserved benefactions.
 "Ain't no part of your head gone, is thereY' he asked.
 s'Of course not. Why do you ask such queer question:
 Cause heard mamma say you were eatin your head off, and wanted to see if there was any marks of it. .''-Detfoit Free Press.
The Press., 1893-03-23
TRUE, EVERY WORD.
A Realism Terrible in Its Intensity.
A STORY WHICH IS WITHOUT AN EQUAL IN
 THE WORLD. THE EXACT FACTS TOLD
 EXACTLY AS THEY ooCURED. Sl

LEBANON, N. H. As your correspond ent communicate the following remark- able story exactly as it came from the la dy,s own lips. Everybody in Lebanon, N. H., knows Mrs. s. R. Berry we'll; in- deed she is most highly respected resi- dent here. The story is1o one which par ticularly interests everyone at this season.
 1T was in very bad way; such trem- bling in my arms and limbs, and my heart was just frightful, and those terrible sweeping chills and trembling in my limbs made me expect a shock or to lose the use of them completely.
 II could not sleep nights because my heart would palpitate and the chills or shaking would follow and could do but very little of anything.
 'I could not sit up all day, but had to lie down great deal, and my nerves were very weak and of no use. Why, could not bear any noise.
 "There was terrible pain in my head, with burning both sides of the head, and was almost complete wreck of my former self.
 ''No one had any hopes of my being | better. My doctor ordered a change oi everything, but was not equal to mov- I ing anywhere, indeed conld not walk any to speak of, only drag about from one room to another.
 And such dull, heavy feelings, as if was about to meet some awful doom. All the time I was depressed in mind and spirits and could not cheer up. | My liver was swollen so l could moi rest until hot applications were used or my side, and my kidneys were very bad.
 'In my despair, began thesuse of Dr. Greene's Nervu1a blood and nerve reme. dy, and I will say that this wonderful medicine is the greatest blessing that ever came into family.
The Press., 1893-03-23

violently, but he finally managed to get the key into the old rusty paddock. and while Deacon Brown held lantern for him he contrived to get the link clear from the staple. Then he pushed the door slowly open.
 A deep groan followed. and something came staggering out from the darkness and fell upon the rough steps at the sexton's feet. He held his lantern down, and when he had seen the sunken, haggard features, he started up and called for help.
 ssCome herer' he cried. Come quick ly! It's Darby Tibbs!'
 They lifted the now inanimate form. and bore it up into the world of living things. It was Darby sure enough, but he was sadly changed. His flesh was bruised and blackened, and his raiment all torn and bloody.
 They bore him as speedily as possible to the doctors house, and ere long they succeeded, under direction of the physi- clan, in restoring him to animation. He was conveyed to his home, where he was sure of faithful attention.
 Yet Darby was sick for long time The shock had been most terrible one. and it had come upon constitution al- ready shattered. He never could tell the full measure of horror of the eight and forty hours he spent in that house of death, but he could tell enough to startle all who heard it. He could not tell exactly how he came there, though the truth was evident enough. He had an idea of going to the funeral, and he probably entertained the cunning plan of reaching the place of sepulcher in ad- vance of the rest of the company. He had 8 faint recollection of reaching the graveyard and seeing tomb open. but beyond this his memory failed him.
 The sexton had opened the tomb at noon to let some of the noxious air es- cape, and the boy whom he had left to keep watch over it must have been pick ing berries by the wall when Darby came up, as he afterward acknowledged that he was thus engaged good part os the time that he was there.
 When the harvest time came Darby was able to work again. and before win ter set i'll he was stronger and healthier than he had been before for many years Not drop of strong drink had he touched since that July day. and not q drop did he touch again. The very thought of the fiery dram startled him He never could think of that season oi horrors in the tomb without quaking. painful shudder.-New York News,
The Press., 1893-03-23
She Took Them All Back.

They had quarreled, and the high spirited girl said as she handed him a package: 'There. Mir. Ferguson, are the presents you have given me. Now that all is over between us, sir, there should be no reminders of the foolish past.
 "You are right, Miss Keezer," he said humbly, 'and I suppose l must return the gifts you have presented to me-
 T never gave you anything, sir, that I remember
 "Indeed you did" ......
 ''Sir. T"-
 s'Miss Keezer-Katie!'' he exclaimed, with something that sounded like sob s'I value them beyond everything else in the world! It would break my heart to return them: but there is nothing else left for me to do."
 Twill you kindly tell me, sir, what you are speaking of?'
 ''I am speaking, Katie, of the kisses you have given me! They are not mine now. Its my duty to restore them. Forgive me, darling, but I cannot go away without"-
 'sOh, George!' When the clock struck eleven, about three hours later, George was still re- turning them.-London Tit-Bits.
The Press., 1893-03-23
How an old Phrase Originated.

The phrase ''That beats bobtail," is not uncommon even now in many parts of the country, especially in the south. Its origin is traceable to race which occurred about 184O or shortly before that year on the famous Fairfield track on the Mechanicsville turnpike, near Richmond. In tho3e days Bob Poin- dexter lived in Richmond. He was a sporting man, wore fine clothes and owned mum Der of horses. Among his animals was one he named Pizarro, a plain bay gelding, with black mane and tail. the latter bobbed short.
 There was nothing extraordinary about the horse, and nobody looked upon him as racer. But PoindeXter took a no- ton that he could run. He used to drive Pizarro about Richmond hitched to buggy. On the day that he was ad- vertised to appear on the track a great crowd was present and excitement ran high, for a good deal of money had been put on the other horses. To the aston ishment of everybody Pizarro beat every horse on the track, and the people went fairly wild.
 Bobtailed Pizarro never made much of record. He won two or three races and then went to pieces. For years afterward, when anything extraordinary happened in that section it was said oi it, ''That beats bobtail." "- Baltimore American.
The Press., 1893-03-23
Skunk and Iiattler.

While camped over on Oak creek m the summer of 1883 was an eyewitness to one of the most novel of combats. At noon one day as l was coming down from the mine for dinner spied a skunk shifting itself about in strange man. ner. Thinking he was performing some acts that were unusual and not becoming to one of his race, sat down, and with my powerful marine glass soon found the reason. Before the skunk upon the ground lay huge rattlesnake coiled up for business, his massive flat head pre- senting most savage aspect.
 Now and then raising his head as the skunk would come within reach, he struck it again and again. The skunk as if anxious to continue the duel, would bounce upon the back of the snake until driven off by the powerful swaying to and fro of its body This was repeated again and again until finally with one heroic spring the skunk landed upon the snake, and in the twinkling of an eye almost had bitten the head from the body, save shred of skin which held together. Being satisfied with the re- suit, hastily picked up a rock and throwing it at the skunk routed him. leaving me in full possession of the field. On examination found the hide of the rattlesnake uninjured save where the skunk had given it it's death cut in the neck. The same evening and for six consecutive evenings saw the skunk, and on the seventh evening shot it after it had scaanpered around for that length of time. This satisfied me that rattle snake bites do not materially retard the progressive life of "polecat," to say nothing of proving fatal thereto The snake was 3 feet 6 inches in length, with nine rattles. The snakes hide 1 kept until recently-wore it out as a hat band. The rattles still have. The skunk is the only animal (to my knowledge) that will not succumb to the deadly bite of the ''rattler'' unless medical aid is in- voked. d.-Forest and Stream.
The Press., 1893-03-23
Church Chimes Are Common.

Within the last sixteen years only two new chimes have been put up i'll this city-those of St. Michaels church and those of St. Andrews. In 1876 there were three chimes-those of Trinity Grace church and St. Thomas. At that time writer in one of the prominent magazines expressed surprise that there should be "a chime away off in Eureka Cal, three sets in Troy, N. Y., one ir Hartford, one in Birmingham, Conn. and one in Savannah"
 There are many chimes now .'away off in California, and all the large cities have them. That there are only five full chimes in New York is good evi dence that only five churches care fol them, for good set can be bought fol less than $1n,O00, and dollars are not scarce in the New York churches.-New York Snn
The Press., 1893-03-23
The Creed of the MongOl.

The Mongol's religion makes out for him certain seemingly indifferent ac- tions as good or bad, lneritorious or sin full. There is scarcely one single step in life, however insignificant, he can take without first consulting his religion through his priest. Not only does his religion insist on molding his soul and coloring his whole spiritual existence, but it determines the cut and color of his coat. It would be difficult to find another instance in which any religion has grasped a country so universally and completely as Buddhism has Mon- golia-.. John Gilmour. of Mongolia"
The Press., 1893-03-23
Mime. ra1levrand,s Rep1v to Napo1eon.

3HAAAACs AtSA1cy AsoP1y IU 1NHPO1COHts
 When Mime. de Talleyrand was pre- scented at court Napoleon had nothing more gracious to say than, .'I hope that the conduct of Mime. Talleyrand will cause the levities of Mime. Grand to be forgotten" an insult which drew forth the rejoinder, ''I could not follow bet ter example than that of Cheyenne Bonaparte. San Francisco Argonaut.
The Press., 1893-03-23
A STIMULANT.

Outside the twinkling stars shone bright The moon rose cold and clear, "How do you like my new necktie ?"
 He whispered in her ear. II think it is great success"
 She murmured soft and low; "I like it best of all, because
 ''Its such a help, you know" And why?" he questioned, tenderly.
 She gave her head a shake. Because" she said, Git keeps me, dear !, So very wide awake"
The Press., 1893-03-23

BUoKLEN's ARNICA SALvE.-The best salve in the world for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever sores, letter, ehapped hands, chilblains, corns, and all skin eruptions, and positively cures piles, or no pay required. Guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25c per box. Sold by 3. K. Taft.
The Press., 1893-03-23

Men and officers of the police force who are exposed day and night to all sorts of weather, should keep Salvation Oil the infallible cure for rheumatism and neuralgia, at their homes. They cannot afford to be without it. 25 cts.
The Press., 1893-03-23

F Miles Nerve and Liver Pills act on a new principle-regulatin the liver, stom- ach and bowels through tue aaerUes. A new discovery. Dr. Miles Pills speedily cure biliousness, bad taste, torpid liver, piles, constipation. Unequaled for men women, children. Smallest, mildest, surest! 90 doses. % cts. Samples free at w. D. Heald's drug store.
The Press., 1893-03-23

SHE COMMITTED SUIC1DE.-Mrs. F. c. Cone, at Paris, left this letter: My hus- band-Forgive me if cause you trouble, but 1 suffer so. You do not know what these long, wakeful, wretched nights are to me, and am so tired, darling-the pain will never be better. 1t is not easy to take my own life, but have been sick so long. Goodbye, my husband, love you-your wife," This is but one ot thousands that give in up, instead of using Dr. Miles Restorative Nervine, and be- ing speedily cured of their wretchedness. Go to w. D. Heald's drug store and get an elegant book and trial bottle free. 6 An amusing thing comes from England and is said to be true. After recent public ceremony in a cathedral town, in which Queen Victoria and the Princess Beatrice participated, they signed their names, according to royal custom, ''Vic. toria" and Beatrice" The mayors wife, whose name followed next on the register, gazed at the two names in g meditative but puzzled manner, and final ly, seizing the pen firmly, wrote her name "Jane," directly beneath.
The Press., 1893-03-23

Brooklyn Life Daughter docking up from her novel; D-- Papa, in time of trial, what do you suppose brings the most com fort to'a man? Papa (who is district judge )-An acquittal, should think.
The Press., 1893-03-23

Let Me Show You what saving have made during1 the last year by being my own doctor. Last year paid out $96. % for doctors and their medicines; this year paid $5 for six bottles of Sulphur Bit ters, and they have kept health in my whole family. They are the best and purest medicine ever made Charles Ki7sg, 60 Temp5e-st., BOstom, Mass fj1O
The Press., 1893-03-23

I suffered from acute inflammation in my nose and head-for week at time I could not see. used Ely's Cream Balm and in a few days was cured. It is won- derfnl how quick it helped me.-Mrs. Georgie s. Judson, Hartford, Conn.
The Press., 1893-03-23

GRAVE MISTAKES. Physicians frequent ly make mistakes in treatment of Heart Disease. The rate of sudden deaths is daily increasing. Hundreds become vic tims of the ignorance of physicians in the treatment of this disease. One in four persons has a diseased heart. Shortness of breath, palpitation and futtering, ir- regular pulse, choking sensation, asth- matic breathing, pain or tenderness in side, shoulder or arm, weak or hungry spells, are symptoms of heart disease
 Dr. Miles New Heart Cure is the only reliable remedy. Thousands testify to it's wonderful cures. Books free. Sold by w. D. Heald.
The Press., 1893-03-23

For three weeks was suffering from 6 severe cold in my head. accompanied by pain in the temples. Ely's Cream Balm was recommended to me- After only six application of the Balm every trace of my cold was removed. Henry c. Clark, New York appraisers office.
The Press., 1893-03-23
Waf1es with maple syrup make good

Waff1es With maple syrup make good supper dish. Make the waffles by using two coffee cups of milk one quarter cup of melted butter, one quarter teaspoonful of salt, the yolks of two eggs, flour to make batter, two heaping teaspoonfuls of baking powder mixed with the flour. At the last add the whites of the eggs, beaten very stiff. Cook immediately on hot waffle iron and serve hot. <
The Press., 1893-03-23

Boston Transcript, March II: Gov ernor Russell, in company with Adjutant- General Dalton, was early at the scene of the fire on Friday. He got inside the lines without much difficulty, the police man on guard graciously permitting him to pass when told who he was His dress was not at all reassuring to the off cers, for he wore a soft slouch hat and a light-colored spring overcoat, which was too small for him. The want of elegant apparel may account for the rough recep- tion which followed.
 He had just found a dry spot on the sidewalk to watch the progress of the fire when policeman, who saw him from the opposite side of the street, rushed across, and, without a word of explanation, seized the governor by the arfn
 'sHere! here!" he said, 'toutside the lines! outside the lines! You haven't any badges"
 There was moment of suspense in the ranks of the governors friends, and while the youngest was trying to reach the po- lieeman and inform him whom he was pushing, the governor turned and looked at. the officer, and little newsboy called out, "Its de guvnor!' The officer re- leased his hold, and walked of, looking very foolish.
The Press., 1893-03-23
Womb Troubles.

The whole story, however, is told in an illustrated book entitled "Guide to Health," by Mrs. Pinkkam. It con- tains over 90ipages of most important S information, which every woman, mar ried or single, should know about her
 self Send ? tWO-cent, Sf amnS for it. For
The Press., 1893-03-23

1sCures Colds Coughs Sore Throat Group, Influenza, Whooring Cough, Bronchitis and Asthma. certain for Consumption in first stages, and relief in advanced stages. Use at You will tho ex- eslient effect after taking the first dose.e Sold by aasiers everywhere. Large botes 50 and S1O0.
The Press., 1893-03-23
IrreguIarity,

Suppressed or Painful Menstruations, Weakness of the Stomach, Indigestion, Bloating, Flooding, Nervous Prostra- tion, Headache, General Debility. Also