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Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
AMONG OUR NEIGHBORS.
BLOOMFIELD.

December 5.-Edith A. Wilson returned
last week Tuesday from four weeks visit
at Groveton.
Mr.. and Mrs. Oramel Sims and children
spent Thanksgiving at Myron Fulers.
Mr.. and Mrs. Andrew Elliott left town
November % for Saginaw, Mich, where
they will spend a few weeks with Mr..
Elliotts parents.
]. NJ. Wilson and family and W. R.
Wilson and wife OF Groveton were at w.
H. Wilson's Thanksgiving
Willie RowelI got his hand badly
jammed Thursday oflast week while at
work pressing hay.
Mr.. and Mrs. B. A. Bowker entertained
twenty of their relatives and friends at
their home Thanksgiving day.
Myrtle and Daisy Clough were at home
Thanksgiving day.
There was a quiet wedding at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Ayers Trufant
, Saturday evening November rs, when
their daughter Miss Alice NJ. Trufant
was united in marriage with Mr.. Frank
Anderson by Rev. J. S. Brown in the
presence of small company Of friends.
An evening with the Pickaninnies.
Amateur minstrel entertainments are
| II fp1 th,e hat
! strel show, with the performers children,
I is n novelty. Such an one was recently
gotten up in North Stratiord, n. H., by
Miss Hattie Willard. and the concert
given in the town hall, Bloomfield, last
, Saturday evening was a most decided
success. The children did remarkably
well. Their costumes were bright and
pretty, and their makeup as "darkies"
very good. The programme consisted of
chorus and solo singing, dancing, and a
violin solo. The melodies were we'll chosen
and included Rock that Ship; "Oh !!
Carolina; Gospel Tree; Shine On;
and the oldtime favorites which are al
ways welcome, "Swanee River" and "Old
Black Joe". The dancing was particu-
larly good. Miss Charlotte Marie Grant,
young lady of ten summers, executed
the celebrated Skirt dance in an inimita-
BILE manner; Miss Ethel May Pattee. a
dainty little Pickaninny, pirouetted
about the stage like butterfly, her tiny
feet scarcely seeming to touch the floor !;
Master Harry More ott was suffering from
cold, but he danced well. Miss Lizzie
Brooks gave violin solo that showed
she was master Of her instrument This
young lady, only ten years old, plays re-
markably well. and it is possible we shall
hear from her in the future. Another
young lady of talent is Miss Katie Maud
Norcott. She has wonderfully sweet,
clear voice, and Of great power. But the
actress of the evening was Miss Lottie
Mills. She was a true daughter osAfrica
in every sense OF the word. Every one
| who has seen the Jubilee Singers must
have recognized how true she was to the
character of the people she represented.
The evening was most enjoyable one.
The entertainment closed with a plain
quadrille. danced by eight little darkies,
wee Hattie Clarke and tiny Cecile Beech
er going through the changes as accu-
rately as Older persons. The sum real
lied was over $40. and after the payment
of expenses the balance goes to the Bap-
fist Society of North Stratford.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

There was social dance in the hal
Tuesday evening Nov. 81. Refreshments,
consisting of cakes and coffee, we're serv-
ed which proved to be genuine surprise
to all.
Jennie Drew is at home from Island
Pond High School for short vacation.
1t is with much regret that we learn of
the burned school house in Brighton.
Charles Welch and Edward Drew begin
n course of studies at Coaticnok Bust
ness College next Monday. Their inter
worthy of imitation and of much com.
mendation from their many friends.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
MARRIED..

,,RAILRY. In Island Pond, at the
~, House. Dee. 5. by Rev. Geo. o. Howe,
%, Ag.tin Hall OF Charleston and Miss
lula Haley OF Clifton. p Q.
,,,pEErT-NlCH OLSON. Al Lancaster.
NJ n November -. by Rev, Fr. Dreamer,
. I,hu Mufctt of GrOyetou, N. H.. and
N,Ss Annie Nicholson Of Island Pond.
,rpLBroN-FITzGERALp; At Helena,
81 Nov l. Mr.. George :. Appleton and
Miss MAY Fitzgerald.
,xpERSoN-TRUFANT In Bloomfield, ut
"a, ,r,,dencc Of the brides parents, Nov.
=. fy Rev I. y, Browne, Mr.. Frank And
rr>ot aud Miss Ahcc NJ. Truiant.
,,,Nn-BAIL At Lancaster. n. H., Nov.
I"as by Rev. (. II. Tucker, Mr.. W. NJ. Pond
and Miss Nettie NJ. Bail. all OF Lunsnburg.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
uucklen's Arnica Salve.

THE BEST SALvg in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chill
blains, Corns, and all Skin Eruptions,
and positively cures Piles, or no pay re-
quired. 1t is guaranteed to give perfect
satisfaction, or money refunded. Price
rs cents per box. For sale by J. W.
Thurston,
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

The five cent social given by the ladies
of Erastus Buck Relief Corps at their
room Thanksgiving evening, wasgreatly
enioyed by the large number present.
Refreshments were served, and a very
pleasant evening spent. The ladies of
this society intend to hold these socials
monthly during the winter.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

MAsTED-Salesmen. to sell our choice
and hardy nursery stock. Many special
varieties to offer both in fruits and orna-
mentals' and controlled only by us. We
pay commission or salary, give exclusive
territory and pay weekly. Write us at
once and secure choice of territory.
MAY BROTHERS, Nurserymen,
ROCHESTER,, NY.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Charlie, the youngest child of Mr.. and
Mrs. Patrick Campbell died last Wednes-
day morning aged one year and SIX
mouths, after a short illness OF pneu-
monia. Funeral services were held last
Friday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Geo
o. Howe. The heartfelt sympathy OF
friends will go out to the bereaved family
in this sudden affection.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
EAST CHARLESTON.

December 5.-The Mite Society will
meet in the vestry of the church Thurs
day p. m, the 18th inst. Supper will be
served at O'Clock. This society will
also give a literary entertainment in the
vestry on Saturday evening Dec. 16.
Cake and coffee will be served, All are
cordially invited to each gathering.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

FOUND AT LAST Temporary, Local
AnestheSia for the painless extraction of
teeth. ODoNTUSDERis a safe, sure. simple
local auesthetic and obtundent. They ali
eau tor 1t. In daily use by me, the sole
lessee for Essex County.
Z. F. NoRcRoss, NJ. ..
Stewart House. Island Pond, VI.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
LOST.

A medium sized dog, part coolie, long
black hair, shaggy and bushy tail with
white tip, white streak in face, white
ring around neck and brown eyebrows.
For the return OF the dog-answering to
the name of"Coolie"-I will pay $40, or
l will cheerfully and literally pay for
such Information as will lead to its re-
{. +. TRACY.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

We invite attention to the advertise
ment OF T. Gordon Lilico, VS.. Dr. Lilico
has located at No. Stratford, y. H.. for
the practice of his profession. He is
highly recommended, and we bespeak for
him the patronage of those whom he can
serve
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

The children OF Christ Church Sunday
School have voted to dispense this year
with the customary Christmas tree at
the Church, and will Instead use the
money that would have been expended
in decorating the tree to purchase new
books Tor the Sunday School library.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

The Euterpean Quartctte propose Civ
ing an evenings entertainment in the
Opera Hall in the near future Watch
for the date. We can only say at this
time that great musical treat sin store
for all who may attend.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Vallee Bros. have two or three tons Of
extra good hay for sale. Watch for this
firms new advt. next week. They
promise to show the largest assortment
of holiday goods ever seen in Island
Pond.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Sunday Services at Grace NJ Z. Church.
At II a. IN. preaching; theme, Labor and
its Rewards.-Psa. 1866.
At 70 IS p. m. Sunday School.
At 800 p. M. Band Of Hope.
At Up. IN. Praise Service, followed by
sermon; theme, Meditation.-Genesis
24:63
To these services all are welcome.
GEO. O. HOWE. Pastor.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

All members of the Dorcas Society are
urged to meet at the residence Of Mr..
John White on Saturday evening at I
O'Clock sharp, and those who have books
of The Chaperone" are requested to
bring or send them.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

The reports of the various officers OF
the Epworth League at the annual meet
ing Tuesday evening gave evidence that
the various departments had been well
worked. May the coming year be yet
more fruitful in good works.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

List of letters remaining uucalled for
in Island Pond post Office Dee /. 1893:
+. II. Achilles Mrs. Harriet Elliott
Edward S. Bottum W. c. Holden
Pier Blanchai NJ France Langelier
A. J. Bryant A. Scott
Alfred Williams.
Persons calling for above letters will
please mention Advertised letters.
ARIA Joy, p. NJ.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
A CARD OF THANKS.

We desire to tender our heartfelt thanks
for the many kindnesses we have expert
enced ut the hands of friends and neigh
bors during the recent illness of our son,
w. S. Nolen. We appreciate and are
deeply sensible of everything that has
been done
Mr.. AND Mrs. c. w. NoLEN
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

The social dance Thanksgiving eve. in
Opera Hall. was highly enjoyable and
successful affair, and the large number
who participated therein report very
pleasant time.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Owing to the burning ofthe high school
building arrangements have been made
70 hold the winter term, which will com
mence next Monday, in the yestry OF the
M. E. Church and the hall in Stems
new block. The schools taught Ivy
Misses Perkins and Lorimer will occupy
the vestry, and the high school and
that taught by Miss Berry will occupy
4 Ln oil
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

John Garland, after ten years service as
foreman of F,tzgerald's mill, has retired
from the business and gone to Portland,
Me, to reside with his parents. We shall
miss John very much.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

w. Thurston informs us that he will
have the holiday goods on view in day
or two. He has an assortment this year
surprising that of previous years, attrac-
tive to the eye, purse and taste.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

The first real storm OF the season be-
gan late Saturday night and continued
throughout Sunday. About six inches of
snow fell, and on Monday morning the
registered 20 degrees below
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
NOW Is THE TIME

Flour is on the rise. Over one thous-
and barrels White Rose -four sold and
not one returned. We shall continue to
sell Tor the next 80 days at the old price
OF $500 per barrel, cash in hand
GEO. II. FITZGERALD & Co.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

These officers were elected by Erastus
Buck W. K. c. at the annual meeting
held last Saturday evening:
President Mrs. Ellen L. Mansur.
Senior Vice resident, Mrs. Dora Farmer.
Junior vice-Prcsident, Mrs. Mary Davis.
TreasureS. Miss Cora Randall.
Chaplain, Mrs. Sarah Morse.
Conductor, Mrs. Lizzie Foster.
Guard. Miss Mildred Harmon.
Assistant Conductor, Mrs. Alice Willoughby
Assistant Guard, Miss Lottie Davis.
Delegates to Department Convention, Mrs.
Sarah Morse. Mrs. Mary Davis. Alternatea,
Miss Luttie Davis. Miss Cora Randall. =
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Surely, the
Under dog In a fight
Deserves the
BEST wishes of cvcry1 )dy;
Usually he gets them.
Remember this when
lou are going to buy a
Cigar, and
Inquire fora
Good one.
Accept only the SUDBURY.
Result
Satisfaction.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Tohn keenan, of St. Adams aud NJ. T.
Daley Of Burlington have been appointed
to positions in the custom house here and
have entered upon their duties.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

The Epworth League reading course is
being taken and is much enjoyed by the
society. Twenty-Five copies of the Ep-
worth Herald are to be taken for 1894.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
DRESSMAKJNG.

Ladies in quest of dress maker should
call on Miss S. E. Willoughby, at the
residence of {. D. Thurston. Miss Viii
loughby will go out by the day when
desired.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
DO YOU WANT WORKp

II so, state age, what you have done and
are fitted to do. Address, with stamp tor
reply, in own hand writing Address,
Employer, HERALD Office, Island Pond VT.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Burt Jones and Edward Tracy, who
have been attending the St. Johnsbury
Academy, came home to spend Thanks
giving.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
TICKETS

To NIL points west over any railroad {;
also mileage tickets on all principal rail-
roads, for sale by
A. X. DARLING, Island Pond, Vt.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
FOR SALE.

A good sleigh, and two elegant robes,
nearly new. The robes have been used
four times. Apply at the HERALD Office
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

A number from this place attended the
Thanksgiving ball at East Charleston.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Found, lady's gold pin which the
owner can have by applying at the HER
AID office.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
NOTICES!

Having boen appointed Administrator of
- state Of W. L. Brown. OF Island Pond
.T' ,er,ons having claims against said estate
~ ~, rrrouested to present them to me within
st,-v davs L. NJ. MANSUR
Island Pond, Vt. Dec. 1, 1898.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Charles and George Gonya were ii
town last week.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Miss Annie Norton, who has been
spending the summer in Hartford, Conn,
returned home last week.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

The annual business meeting of the
Epworth League was held Tuesday even
ing the 9Th inst, and the following Off
GERS were elected for the year ensuing
President, L. F. Hobson.
First Vice President, Department Of Chris
tian Work, Miss Ida /. Joy.
Second Vice President. Department of Mercy
and Help. Mrs. E. F. Hobson.
Third Vice Presidcnt, Department Of Literary
Work. Miss May c. Hobson.
Fourth Vice-President, Department Of Enter
tainment, Mrs. J. Andrew.
Secretary, Department of Correspondence,
G. A. Haynes.
Treasurer, Department of Finance, Harry o.
Clarke
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
J. A. BUCHANAN & CO.,
MECHANIC FALLS, ME.
SAVINGS BANK.

The ISLAND POND NATIONAL BANK has
opened a savings Bank department for the
purpose Of receiving the savings and accumu-
Iaions of all classes ofdcpositors.
Deposits will be received on the following
terms:
The smallest sum put on interest shall he
oNE DOLLAR aud no fractional part OF
dollar shall draw interest.
Deposits made during the first four days OF
me month will draw interest from the first
gay OF the month. deposits made after the
ioptth will draw interest from the first day OF
heiolOwing month.
No interest will he paid on any sum with
arawn, for the time elapsed since the last in
tereSt period
interest will be paid at the rate of per
vent per annum, payable May LIST and
november LIST of each year.
Notice Of 3 days must he given to the Bank
o. the withdrawal Of $500 or more.
interest not called for will be credited to the
uepositor, thus compounding twice n year
"Nhout trouble or care on the part of the de-
pOsitor
=, This bank has boxes in it. FIRE proof vaults
WI storage Of valuable papers, etc, to rent at
reasonable rates.
L. c. ROBINSON. President.
A. h. DAZZLING Cashier
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
FINE
CUSTOM
CLOTHING.

Our Cutter, Mr.. =. T. Murray,
will resume his visits to Island
Pond, and due notice of each visit
will be given I'm the local columns
of this paper.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
Asa B. Garland.
by Engineers of
Portland Division
n II ID ID

The presentation speech was made by
b. A. Hazeltine. in behalf OF the other en-
gineers, of which there were 46 who sub
scribed. Mr. Garland responded happily.
We Join with many friends in extend
ING congratulations to Uncle" Asa.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
LOCAL BUSINESS NOTICES.

All persons indebted to me are reopes, .
Gu l" call and make immediate payment.
Mrs. A. II. HALL.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

OF course these prices are cash in ad-
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09
TOWN TOPICS.

Any of our patrons who wish to take
the Boston Daily or Weekly Journal with
the HERALD can have the advantage of
extra low rates. lust note these prices:
The HERALD and Daily Journal 1928
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

Congratulations and good wishes to
Mr.. and Mrs. John Moffett.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

1t gives the HERALD great pleasure to
copy the subjoined from the Portland
Times:
Asa B. Garland, the veteran conductor
of the Grand Trunk railway, who retired
last September after As years service, re-
ceived a gift the past week from his old
associates, which shows the esteem in
which he is held by them, as we'll as by
the travelling public. The gift was from
the enginemen on the Portland and Is.
land Pond division of the G. 7. X. and
was in the shape of splendid ebony
walking stick, with massive gold head,
which bore the following inscription:
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

II Sunday
Weekly "
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1893-12-09

vance.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1893-11-24

at about that time in the year every fall
since 1887. | also ran across some bone
set and ferns that hadn't been touched
by frost, and that is another good sign
of a mild winter.
In piece of beech woods I knocked
a chipmunk over with a stone on the
afternoon before Halloween and found
that it hadn't single beechnut in its
chops, although the nuts were plentiful.
That is a sure sign Of warm weather u
to the holidays. On Oct. % / saw
woodchuck sitting on stone wall. That
is one of the best of open winter signs,
as woOdchucks hole up three weeks be-
fore that time when the winter is going
to be severe. The toads sang 16 days
later than usual-another good sign Of
mild winter. The fur Of skunks and
coons is thinner by half than it was
year ago, and that is another reason why
l predict very light snowfall before
grounding day. Rabbits are lean to
what they were last year, although fool
Is abundant-a sure sign of mild winter
weather. All in all, 1 have never seen
in go years so many favorable indica-
tions of an open winter, and therefore /
predict that the sales Of fuel, sleighs
and cutters will be small to what they
were year ago" o."-Scranton Letter.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1893-11-24
Pathetic Willmaking.

1t it probable that two wills were new
er made under more distressing and Pc
culiar circumstances than those executed
at the City hospital of Wilmington, Del,
by John Rado and Dinzinzo Dinatale, the
Italians who were blown up and terribly
mangled in an explosion Of dynamite at
Woodale recently. a few days ago they
were told at the hospital that they could
not survive. They are sightless and
handless, in addition to other terrible
injuries. They made their wills. Each
man was worth 81, 1000. Part Of Dina
tales property being in Italy, he left it
TO his young wife. When it came to
signing the wills, the poor fellows were
propped up, and each took the pen in his
mouth and made his mark by moving
his head. Being totally blind and with
out hands, the pen had to be guided by
the notary.-Baltimore American.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1893-11-24
H$]Ez'i||g2:S!ll!;lI!:s:I

Twelve-dollar coal in London is no
more. The bitter contested strike Cf
miners has at last been settled, and set
tied by board of arbitration. II is es-
timated that the strike cost $3.50, ,000.O 900.
which is very large sum, but il has set
tied for all time that the only practical
solution of differences between cspitsl
and labor lies in arbitration.-" oon-
socket Call.
Next Tuesday Rhcie Island voters
will be privileged with an opportunity to
take whack at the odious majority pro-
vision in the constitution. Let every
honest man be there. There is every
reason for anticipating heavy vote in
approval of the plurality amendment
Westerly Tribune.
Compulsory voting is still a subject for
agitation, but il is safe to say that there
are various politicians, especially of the
Democratic faith, who wish that some
times compulsory staying at home could
be made to work.-Providence Journal.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1893-11-24
LOthrOp'S Opera House,

Manager LOthrop has arranged for a
grand holiday treat at his popular Provi-
dence Opera House. The play for next
week will be the powerful emotional
drama entitled "Bessie's Secret" drama
kindred to Woman Against Woman. For
this production the Florence Hamilton
stock company has been greatly strength
ened by the addition to the cast of two
talented leading ladies, Miss Edith Gro
locus and Miss Maude NickersOn, who,
in con junction with Miss Florence Ham
iltOn and Charles Barringer, will appear
in the principal roles. The story of
Bessie's Secret is of an intense hu-
man interest; it requires consistent
yet fOrcible handling, and admits on
the part of the ladies of most attractive
costuming. Miss Florence Hamilton will
have the role of Bessie; Miss Edith Gro
leus that of Blanche Atwood: Miss Maude
NickersOn that of Lillian; Charles Bar
ringer will be the John Wilson; John W.
WILKES the Phil Wilson; Wallace Jackson
the William. DeVay; Frederick Ormande
the Sir E1garton. On Thanksgiving
three performances will be given; in the
morning at 10.30 for the school children; !;
in the afternoon and evening at the regu-
lar hours
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1893-11-24
SIGNS OF A MILD WINTER.
A Prophet Produces Evidence to Show the
Other Wise Men Are Wrong.

A Prophet Produces Evidence to Show the
Other Wise Men Are Wrong.
Il notice that some wise men in vari-
Gus parts Of the country are predicting
an uncOmmOnly severe winter" said the
old Lackawanna valley weather prophet,
but they are all wrong. All the signs
point TO a mild and an open winter
When you see caterpillars crawling on
the ground al through October, as they
did last month. you may set it down as
a fact that the temperature will be un-
seasonably high throughout the winter.
Caterpillars don't crawl up TO election
time when cold winter is ahead.
Robins were thick in the sumacs
and laurels on the hillsides on All Saints
day. and that is a sure sign that there
will be no real cold weather till the Sec
ond or third month next year. On Nov
2 / picked basketful of dandelion and
crows foot blossoms on the highest hill
in Lackawanna county. never saw the
like of it before, although / have search
ed for such indications of mild winter