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Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31
A Long Life.

Accompanied by gentlemen from
North Bennington, who has for long
time been acquainted with her, BAN
NER representative had the pleasure, a
few days ago, of visiting Mrs. honora
Mccarthy who resides in the town OF
SALISBURY, and who is the Oldest person
in this section, if not in the State.
Mrs. Mccarthy, about whose age there
can be no doubt, passed her 104th birth
day the first Sunday in Lent, last, and is
now quite we'll preserved woman.
When the visitors arrived there she was
busy washing dishes, but she greeted
her callers in a hearty way, and after
asking to be excused until she could put
on a clean apron, offered chairs and then
disappeared but soon returned. To in
quiries addressed to her, she stated that
she was born in the town of Dremlake,
county Cork, Ireland. That she was one
of family of fourteen children, and
that all were dead except herself when
she came to this country. Her father
was Patrick Collins. OF her early life
she talked considerable, and related
with much earnestness how, when a
child, she and another one were hurried
by their mother to place of safety, to
escape from a company of English sol
diers who were securing that part of the
country in which she lived, to look for
her countrymen who were engaged in
the great rebellion that broke out in Ire
land in 1893
She was baptized in the Parish church
by the Reverend Father Mcnamara, but
could not remember the date, although
she remembered the officiating priest
and spoke very kindly of him and his
good qualities. Some question as to her
age came up few years ago, at which
time it was found to be true, by refer
ence to the parish register, which was
furnished by the parish priest then To-
Gated at her former home.
Considering her age she is quite a
woI ker, but laments that she can not do
more, and says that the grandchildren
with whom she lives will not allow her
to do as much as she wishes. However,
with girl about fourteen years old,
they do the homework for family of
five.
Mrs. Mccarthy is quite deaf and it is
almost impossible for stranger to con-
verse with her, and most of the talking
with her was done by the aid of great
granddaughter. She is not obliged to
wear glasses, her hair is not very gray,
but size mourns the loss of all her teeth,
which prevents her taking any solid
food.
Her married life was of short duration
but she does not remember the date of
her marriage or the date of her hus-
bands death. Two children were born
to her, one of which, son, is now liv-
ing.
Three grandchildren and two great
grandchildren are also living.
The old lady appears to be happy and
contented, but wonders why it is that
she has been spared so long. She is
ready to go when called for, but says
she thanks God every day for his good
ness to her
She is very fond of walking and walks
to church every Sunday that she can
possibly get out. She walks over here
to church occasionally, and prides her
self that even at her advanced age, she
can outwalk great many younger per-
sons. 1t is we'll worth visit to see and
hear one who is as old as she. May she
be spared many years yet.
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31
"sPEED THE PARTING GUEST"

The Free Press has the following,
which may be moiety of comfort to
the workingmen who have been crowded
to the wall by the influx of cheap labor
from Europe. If they would all go
abroad there might be some consolation
for these Cleveland times: with tick
cts to Europe and return selling at S1S.-
"a, it is about as cheap to 60 abroad as
it is to stay at home. 1t is true that this
rate does not secure the palatial quar-
ters found in the upper decks of the
magnificent ocean liners of the present
day, but this could hardly be expected.
But the fare represents a journey of
about 5000 miles made at the rate of
less than third of cent mile, with
from twelve to twenty days subsistence
provided. People who have not a great
deal of money to spend on vacation will
be strongly inclined TO use it for an
ocean voyage, and catch glimpse of
the shores of the old world, even if
the trip is made in the steerage.
But there is another feature of inter-
est in connection with these cheap rates.
At least four lines are selling tickets for
the eastward voyage for $40, and one
curve of foam, the reel sings and your
man begins to wind up as if be had a
Jun jail ShdluOu W q IClOpuOuC pOlCs
1t is no use to say anything to him, you
might as we'll advise soda water not to
fizz. But you can curse his luck, all to
yourself. Then there is a CLEAN of
something broad and dark and shining,
flick of fin and the flip of tail and
you experience that acute goneness that
starts at the wind-pipe, centers in the
pit of the stomach aDd passes out of the
fingers and toes, and would be the same
if the evil one himself lost his fish from
your boat. There is a throbbing silence
for about quarter of minute, then
your companion loops up his jaw and
begins, about the pole, and how he
thought the line wasn't just right, and
what happened to him once before.
Then it is the worm of your wrath sits
up and wrings its hands. 1t is no good,
take your friend home, give him keg
of angle worms and clothes line and
send him out with your little son to
catch perch. He will be perfectly happy.
1t is nothing against him you know. He
may be an upright man, an honorable
citizen, a loving husband and tender
father, but he never can catch fish and it
is proclamation of good bait to let him
try"
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31
The Ninth Vermont.

The Ninth Vermont Veteran associa.
ton will hold their seventh annual re-
union at Brattleboro, August 10th and
18th. There will be business meeting
at o'clock p. M, August 10th, at the
tent of Gen. 7. S. Peck, on the muster
ground of the Vermont National Guard,
the same ground where the 9th vt.
Vols. were organized and mustered into
the United States service in July, 1862.
On July 9th, 1862, the Ninth Regiment
was mustered into the United States
service at "Camp Holbrook," which was
upon the same ground that the National
Guard will encamp on between August
18th and 18th. This camp will be named
Scamp Governor Holbrook," after Yer
mont's only living war governor. Ma
ior-General George j. Stannard was the
first colonel of the 9th Regiment and
took it into the field. Colonel D. K.
Andross was then lieutenant-colone
Upon General STANDARDS promotion,
Col. Andross took command OF
the regiment. He is very pop
ular with the men and is president Of
the Veteran association for life. The
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31
chas. D. Merchant.

On Saturday, last, July 2Sth, after a
long illness, Mr.. Chas. D. Merchant
passed away. This is the second death
in this family within short period, as
our readers know, the decease of his
father, Mr.. Chas. G. Merchant, having
recently occurred. Deceased was born
in Yonkers, N. Y, January 4th, 1857,
and had lived in New York city nearly
all his life, having been in the mercan-
He was member of the 22nd New York
Regiment. He was popular with those
with whom he came IN contact, and en-
joyed very wide acquaintance in bust
ness and military circles. 1t will be
sincerely regretted that his life is closed
at the age of 81. The funeral services
were held yesterday afternoon, and the
interment (private), took place this
morning,
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31
Some Old Documents.

Miss Jennie Stacy, register of pro bate
for Chittenden county, has in her os-
session several old commissions and
deeds. Her grandfather, John Stacy,
was one of 100 picked men composing
Washington's body guard, going through
the war with him. By one commission,
which was issued by Timothy Newell,
colonel and commander of the first reg
iment of foot in the four months service
of the commonwealth of Massachusetts,, ("
Mr.. Stacy was appointed 'clarl" in the
regiment. The commission is dated
Great Darlington, June "a, 1887.
Another commission was Issued by
Thomas Chittenden, Vernhont's first
governor, under date of April 20, 1898,
and appoints John Stacy, gentleman"
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31

lieutenant in the second company of
light infantry in the first regiment and
third brigade of the militia of the State.
The Oldest document in the lot is a
deed, dated Dec. 20, 1712, by which Will
liam Fiske makes his son Ebenezer
Christmas present of one-half of his
house and land. The young man paid
80 pounds in money, but the deed ex-
pressly states that the conveyance is
made especially for the love and efec-
tom that the father bears to his son.
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31

present outlook bids fair to see large
turnout. State papers are requested to
copy this notice. The association has
been invited by Gov. Fuller to witness
the review and dress parade in body on
the afternoon of Governors Day, lAu-
gust 18th. All veterans and G.. A. r.
men are also invited to be present, R.
f. Parker of Newport, is the secretary
and treasurer of the association.
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31
SPECIAL BUSINESS LOCALS.

1-Five young gentlemen from North
Adams will give the two comedies,
"Chums" and IA Majority of One" at
Library Hall, Friday evening, August
Sd, under the auspices of the ladies of
the Congregational church. Reserved
seats may be had at the Office of John V.
Hall & Son, 459 Main street.
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31
sB-Five Young gentlemen from N,

~Five young gentlemen from North
Adams will give the two comedies,
"Chums" and "a Majority of One," at
Library Hall, Friday evening, August
Sd, under the auspices of the ladies of
the Congregational church. Reserved
seats may be had at the Office of John
V. Hall & Son, 459 Main street.
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31

~-I have disposed of my Main street
market to F. S. Perry of Valley Falls, a
practical meat man and one that know
will give good satisfaction to those who
may call on him. Icordially thank those
that have patronized me and hope that
they will do as well by my successor as
they have formerly by me.
26t2*. G. D. SWEET.
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31

And out of door playa fool for
luck" at the residence of L. F. Abbott,
Thursday, August 9th, 1894, for the ben
eft of st. Peters church. Admission
25 cents. 27t3*
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31
wanted.

Gentleman and wife want two connect
ing rooms, unfinished, in private fami-
ly, within five minutes walk of Postoffice.
Inquire at or address WANT" Putnam
House. 25t-f.
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31

I Watch the date opposite your
name on this paper. It SholcS that your
subscription is credited on our books to
that date, Ifthe date is not changed Nth:
in a fen days from the time a remittance is
made, notify the publishers.
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31
Wanted.
Lawn Party

A girl to cook. wash, and iron. MRS.
JOHN A. ROBINSON, Bennington Centre.
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31

What do you take medicine forP Be-
cause you are sick and want to get well,
of course Then remember, Hoods
Sarsaparilla CURES.
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31

~To RENT.-House and barn OF
Union street. Inquire of David Carpen
ter. 26tfH
Bennington semi-weekly banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 1894-1902, 1894-07-31

Single copies of the Banner, In
wrappers for Mailing If Desired
TWO Gents.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23
So West 23d St.
POSTMASTER DAYTON BACK.
He Wishes 20 Introduce the London System
or Sending Heavy Parcels by Mail.


Postmaster Charles W. Dayton and Mrs.
Dayton returned yesterday morning on the
American liner Paris, from a seven weeks trip
TO Europe. Mr.. Dayton visited the Post Office
In the afternoon, and found on a table In his
room two big baskets Of roses, one from the
postal clerks and the other from the postal en-
ployees. The Postmaster looked the picture of
health.
II enjoyed my trip abroad very much" he
said. land am restored in health. Although
the object OF my trip was TO benefit my health,
/ could not resist the temptation TO study the
postal system In London. The system there is .
very good one, but | am convinced that with
their men and means We could far surpass them.
The employees there become mere autOmatons.
was particularly impressed with one of the
details OF the London system, and that was the
sending by mail OF parcels weighing as much as
eleven pounds. / shall advocate 10 the Post
maSter-General the introduction Of this service.
such a system would undoubtedly occasion
much opposition among express companies and
postmen, and would be a great expense 10 tho
Government but believe the people would de-
rive much benefit"
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23

The house on exhibition Is 24x12 feet. It Is
built Of corrugated sheet iron and has an oval
shaped roof. In one end OF the house six booths
are formed BY hanging iron plates to hooks Sc
cured TO the walls OF the house. These form the
sides Of the booths. A shelf is secured to the
part OF the wall partitioned off. A curtain hung
from an iron rod, joining the top OF the side
walls. hides the voter from the view OF the Flee
ton Board. The side walls and curtains extent
nall way down from the ceiling.
This VIII have to be remedicd before the Po-
lice Commissioners will accept the booth, as the
law requires that each booth shall have solid
sides and door. with the enclosure reaching 10
the foor. The Buffalo Company has promised
70 make the needed change. There are also two
doors .one LEADING To the booths and opening on
the side OF the house, while the other door opens
on the end.
There Is n large table In one corner where the
ballot boxes are placed, and several chairs for
the election clerks. This part OF the house is
separated from the booths and the voters by a
steel guard rail through which "A chain passes.
An arrangement has been made by the Police
commissioners whereby the booths may be pur-
only leased at present.
MS company was recommended by Com
missioner Murray. said Commissioner Sheehan,
- think the structure IL a good one, and a
decided Improvement on the old booths"
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23
CENTURY CLUBS STEWARD SUED.
Wrote Love Letters on Club Paper to .
Pullman Porterss Wife.


Justice Mccarthy OF the City Court restored
yesterday to the calendar for an early trial tho
case OF Charles II. Graves. a Pullman palace car
porter, To recover $4,000 damages from An
drew NJ. Dempsey. steward of the Century Club.
because or the alienation of the affections Of
Mrs Anna Graves The case has been on the
calendar for three years, and 1t was thought that
the litigants had adjusted their differences.
Dempsey had acquired a polish through con-
tact with tho members OF the Century Club
that made him a favorite in colored society and
particularly at the home Of Graves. The Graves
marriage took place on June 10. 1885. Graves.
who was away from the city much Of his time.
thought nothing OF the visits Of his friend
Dempsey to his home until one day he ran
across a bundle OF letters written on Century
cup PAPER which he says were sent to his wife
~ West Forty.third Street.
casion Ultimately imposSible FOR % Gn t nj s GS;
words 70 express my feelings. God only knows
knows how | love. With ali my faults i love
but one, and, thanks be TO God. have loved her
help me in all my love FOR her. Oh nv !" dean ss,rl
could at this moment but make my peace with
God and die. From this day ! will not. be the
not feel that you will ever be mine. Good-by,
good-by, my only love. | cannot write any more.
Pray for me. Good-by, .good-by."
Dempsey set up in his answer that he had
taken Mrs. Graves under his protection ia a
brotheTly way, and that as Graves had another
wife named Belinda In Georgia, he had no right
70 maintain the action. Graves alleges that he
looked up, the southern record OF Dempsey, and
diseoyered that Dempsey has a wife somewhere
In Dixie named Edna. Edna wrote 10 DempseY
threatening him with prosecution on informa-
ton that he had married Mrs. Graves. His
reply To Edna, also on club paper. fell into ths
hands OF Graves, who will use Il ia his suit.
Dempsey says in his answer TO Edna that he
went through some ceremony with Mrs. Graves,
but ae had left him, and no asked Edna 10 ne,
sumo her place as his wife.
Graves also has a suit pending in the Suprama
Court for an absolute divorce from his wife.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23

asked to have the hearing on the order of Judge
Cute set for Monday instead OF the 2Sth. He
told Justice Lawrence that the order had an
ugly look, and Appeared to have been rushed
through after midnight. Justice Lawrence said
he did not wish to take the attitude OF being a
public censor OF Judge Clute, and he preferred
signed It..
Judge Clutc came into public attention last
winter by issuing an injunction preventing the
state Senate from organizing IA IA body or TAX
ing action, and was brought before that body
charged with contempt. He apologized and was
purged of the contempt.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23
Addition TO tAs Catholic P-rOteeto.y.

The authorities Of the New York Catholic Pro-
tectOry at Van Nest are building a new schooljust
back Of tie main structure. II is a thres-story
and basement brick structure, l79 feet by so
feet in size, and Is intended to take the place OF
three frame buildings, which will be torn down
as soon as the new building Is finished. Tho
new structure will be ready for occupancy BY
Oct, l. and vii. accommodate 700 children. II
Will be used BY the younger inmates OF the Pro-
teelory. The first noor Is divided into ten class
dormitories. Ii WIN be heated by steam and
lighted by electricity, and Will cost SSe, Joe
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23
JARVIS-C ONkLIS AFFAIRS.
Judge LAeOmbe Dsaiss a Motion for q
Removal OF ths Receiver.

.S1Aos-A % the AeeslseF[
Judge Lacombe in the United States Circuit
Court denied yesterday the petition OF Mrs.
Elizabeth Garnet, an English stakeholder. for
the removal Of Samuel NJ. Jarvis and Roland X.
Conklin as receivers for the Jarvis onklin
Mortgage Company. Judge LRcombe says:
There is nothing In the moving papers now
properly before the Court 10 show -mismanags-
ment or misconduct by the receivers. It APP
pears that the mortgages which lie back OF 9
particular series OF debentures mot the series
which complainant owns, have been sold at 40
per cent Of the face value. and petitioner en-
presses the apprehension that those back Of de-
bentures In her own series may be sold at :
sacrifice without adequate advertisement and
opportunity 10 bidders.
" But the power TO sell or 10 refrain from sell
ing mortgages back OF dshentures does not rest
with the receivers, but with the several trustees
OF the different series, who are wholly uncOn-
trolable BY this court or its receivers. Nor "a
there any Improperly in the receivers acting az
selling agents OF these trustees II the latter
choose 70 employ them In that capacity; on the
contrary, II seems 70 be for the interest OF ali
that they should do %. Nor is It any ground for
removal that one OF the receivers has become 4
member OF = reorganization committee"
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23

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The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23
Ladies' and Children's
Knit Underwear.

One lot of Ladies' Ribbed Merino Vests,
high neck and long sleeves, with drawers TO
match; the vests are finished with satin
ribbons at neck they are the regu-
lar Doc. quality; we offer them IA
three for 800, or, each. ......... 8SS
One lot of Ladies' Balbriggan Ribbed
Vests, high neck, long or short
sleeves, drawers to match; vests SvA
finished with silk tape at neck, at. 8GS
Ladies' Ribbed Vests, natural wool or
camel hair, high neck and long sleeves;
these are standard goods and
thousands are being sold to-day 40
at zoe. we offer them at.......,. -
Ladies' genuine Swiss Ribbed Vests, fine
all wool, low neck, and sleeveless, in beauti-
full shades OF sky, pink, lavender, white
and black, finished with silk tape -
at neck and arms, really worth 40
7Sc., all sizes, .......,....,.... 8O2
Ladies' Spun Silk Vests in
cream, lavender, sky, pink, and
gold, low neck and sleeveless, at. s2S
Ladies' extra quality of Silk Vests, Richie
lieu ribbed, low neck and sleeveless, in beau
tiful shades OF pink, sky, hello, -
and cream, never before sold less 40
than Sl.OO,
Children's Natural Wool Shirts, not quite
all wool about So per cent? pantalettes TO
match,
Sizes ...I6-Is eO-2s e4-e6-es
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23
MIIIINGRV.

Opening of Imported Hats and Bon
nets; also Models from our own work.
rooms. Beautiful display OF Millinery
Trimmings in Feathers, Flowers,
Aigrette Effects, Jets, Steels, and
Birds. Thousands OF Untrimmed
a for Ladies'. Misses and Children.
Latest styles. All cOlOrs. Lowest
prices.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23
A NEW ELECTION BOOTH.
IL VIII Bo Put In Use After Certaiu
Changes Have Been Made.

The Police Commissioners have Professionally
accepted anew election booth for use in this city.
A sample has been on exhibition for the past
week in the yard at Police Headquarters. The
booth Is manufactured by the Portable Steel
House Company Of Buffalo, and has been in use
In several OF the larger cities OF the State.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23
s. GO

THE PEOPLE or NEW YoRK ARE TO BE CONGRATULATED ON THE MANNER IN WHICH THEY HA
sENsLILss EFFoRTs THAT HAVE BEEN MADE TO EXPLOIT IN a SENSATIONAL AND NLEDENGw WAY
THE LATEST STYLES OF FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC DRY Goopsw WE'RE NEVER pEFoREo OFFERED
oL1owN SPLENDID BARGAINS Nw AND REIIABLEG GOODS MOST CoNutsvELYD scLosE,
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23

ac do,ars or ouor bulky articles crocptci, u money accom-
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23

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The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1894-09-23

IRON De BOsf0A GaEefte.
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Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1894-07-06
THE NEW PRESIDENT.
N. CASlMlR-PERlER IS BRAVE, HON.
EST AND BRklNY.

One of the Few Public Men In France Tn
smirched by Panama Canal Mud go His
Father and Grandfather Were Both En-
inent In Politics Before Him.
NJ. Casimir- Perier, who has been elected
president of the French republic to sue
coed NJ. Carnot, enjoys the distinction of
being one of the few honest men left in
French public lifc-one of the few UNI
smirchcd by the black stain of the Panama
canal scandal. He is small, dark de-
termincd looking man, and his moral and
physical courage has successfully with
stood many a trying test. The anarchists
have gained nothing by the removal of
NJ. Carnot, for the people have elected in
his stead u man who viii exert all his vast
power to hunt down the men without n
country and qucnch the red flame of an
archy in France.
President Casimir- Perier is barely A
years of age, but he has had n long public
career and comes of line famous in
France for its political services. For three
generations his family, like that of the late
President Carnot, has held high places in
public life. His grandfather the first
Casimir Perior, established "a bank in
Paris in 1902, became prime minister in
1881 and is said to have been the only