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section foreman, $l,57; other trackmen
$l.2O; switchmen and watchmen, $1.21
telegraph operators, $1.69; employees
and labnrers, $1.37.
The largest wages are paid by thu
Delaware and Hudson, Bennington anC
Rutland and Fitchburg. In lS92-1S93
wages on the Fitchburgh we're as follows
General office clerks, S1.96: station
agents, 81 .S5; other station men, $1S4;
engineers, $3.50; tiremen, Sl.92; conduc-
tors, 50 80; other trainmen, $l.93; ma
chinists, S2.36; carpenters and bridge
men, $2.10; section foremen, S234;
othe trackmen, $3.50; switchmen and
watchmen, S14l; telegraph operators,
$1.75; laborers, STA.
The commissioners find the railroads
in fair physical condition. They say:
"There has been manifested in the man
agemCpt of all the railroads of the Sta tie
a progressive spirit, and if one has &C
complished more in the way of perman-
ent Improvement, it is reasonable to
suppose that the Improvements were
made in consequence of greater financial
resources on the part of those which have
made these betterments, rather than be-
cause of any unwillingness on the part of
those which have done less in this re-
spect. Still, it can hardly be said that
the State has much, if airy, ideal roadbed
and track within its limits; but if this is
conceded, it is safe to affirm that, even
if none of the railroads are up to the
highest standard of excellence in respect
to roadbed and track, yet several of them
nearly approach thereto, and from per-
sonal observation, the board is able to
make the statement that, as general
proposition, in these particular factors
of railroad construction, our railroads
are fully equal to those in some of the
adjoining states"
The commissioners find the most of
the stations in fair condition, though
some are defective. The board, how
ever calls attention to marked i'm
proponents during the last year.
The board makes the following recon-
mendations for additions and changes in
the railroad laws: That railroad COM
panes be authorized by appropriate leg
islation to take lands adjoining their
roads near highway grade crossings for
the purpose of removing obstacles dan
gerous to travel and distractions to
view of approaching trains by the high
way travellers approaching the same
such action by the Legislature as will en-
able the board, with the boards of other
New England States. to assist i'll com
pilation of the railroad laws of New
England.
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A Famous Show of Beauty.

The show of distinguished beauty,
transfixed by famous artists, which is
now taking place at the Academy of Fine
Arts in New York, has been anticipated
by The Cosmopolitan Magazine in its
November issue, in an article by William
A. Coffin, with Illustrations of some of
the more beautiful faces. The Great
Passions of History" series has for this
months subject the romantic career of
Agnes Sorel, who influenced the desti-
MES of France under Charles VII. The
Art Schools of America" "The Great
British Northwest Territory" 1.-The
Chiefs of the American Press" and the
"The Public Library Movement" are
amongst the CosmOpOlitan's table of con-
tents. Survivors of the war and their
children will find intense interest in
"The Story of Thousand" a personal
narrative begun in this number by AL
bion w. Tourgee, who tells in graphic
way, of regiment which saw fierce ser
vice-Of its organization, its marches, its
sports, and its death roll.
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HESITATE OF NATHAN BATES.
Notice of Settlement and Application for Distr
button.
STATE OF VERMONT

Notice of Settlement and Application for Distr i
button.
STATE OF VERMONT,
Dtrict Of Bennington,
In PROBATE Court. held at the Probate Office in
Bennington, in said district, on the 18th day Of
November A. D., 1884,
Present, John V. Carney, Judge.
George Bates administrator Of the estate of
Nathan Bates, late of SALISBURY
in said district, deceased, presents his adj
minstration account for examination and allow
ance and makes application for decree of distri
button and partition Of the estate of said deceased
Whereupor, It is ordered by said Court. that
said account and said application be referred 70 a
session thereof, to be held at the Probate Office
aforesaid, on the 2Sth day of Nov, A. D.. 1894
for hearing and decision thereon, and, II Is fur
ther ordered, that notice thereof be given TO all
parties interested, by publication Of the same
three weeks successfully in the Bennington
BANNER, newspaper published at Bennington,
previous to said time appointed for hearing, that
they may appear at said time and place, and
show cause, If any they may have, why said ac-
count should not be allowed, and such decree
made.
A record whereof is ordered to be made.
A true Record Attest,
JOHN V. CARNEY, Judge.
A true copy Of the Origlna Record.
81 Attest, JOHN V. CARNEY Judge
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OUR MONTPELIER LETTERS.
MONTPELIER. Nov. 18th, 1894.

MONTPELIER. Nov. 18th, 1894.
AT this time the bill making an appro-
priatiou of 81, 900 to the State fish hatch
cry at Roxbury, to be used in building a
house and barn for the use of the keeper
and for running expenses, was received
from the Senate and made special order
for next Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
The work of last week reduced the
stack of bills that are to be disposed of
before Thanksgiving if the legislature is
to adjourn without day at that time, l
have heard it said, however, that with
all the other work, if the revision of the
statutes is completed in thorough man
ner, that it will be impossible to adjourn
sine die in time to go home and eat tur-
key, and not come back again.
This week will be busy one and much
accomplished. Tuesday evening will be
heard the big arguments ON the Rutland
town and city boundary lines contest, IN
Representatives hall before the commit
tee. Eminent counsel represent each
side. The hearing is to be public and
there Will be another big crowd. 1t is
one of the easiest things in the world to
draw a crowd of thousand or two peo-
ple at the VermontStateIhouse, especially
when the wisdom and virtue are assem-
bled there
1t was my my good fortune to make
the acquaintance of your efficient cores
pondent "M'' and Judging from his APP.
appearance and alertness, he is pencil
pusher'' of the first water He is known
as one of the leaders of his guild"
Monday afternoon the house was in
session-twenty five minutes. A few bills
were passed, Mr.. Bingham of Benning-
ton introduced resolution congratulate
ing Mr. Lord on his marriage, which was
read by the clerk and heartily and unan-
imously adopted, whereupOn 1.-The gen
tleman from Montpelier instantaneous
ly arose and said: Mr., Speaker, move
you, Sir, that we now adjourn" and
with a 'reciprocative laugh" and APP
plause, the House adjourned.
Misses Gibson and Walbridge of Ben
nington, came on the one o'clock train
to-day, and will doubtless remain in
town most of the week.
THE HERMIT OF WoODFoRD.
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A Cork Man.

Phe new musical comedy, which will
will play here Nov. 10Th, has made one OF
the greatest hits of any comedy on the
road this season. Herbert Cawthorn is
the bright particular star of the new
piece, and his creation of the part, l. M.
Looney, is one of the best Irish parts
ever written. Miss Leola Belle, the
bright little commedianna, plays the
leading soubriette part. Her pleasing
mannerism is full of charm, her dancing
is good and she always makes most IA
vorable impression. Stella May, the very
pretty and grotesque dancer, is one of
the strong features of the attraction and
is the only lady grOtesque dancer that
has had the honor of dancing in DallS'S
Theatre of New York City. Georgia EN-
cry, the young English singer and high
kicker, does her clever work in most
finished style. Geo. Gale, the famous
tenor, last season with Henry II. Dixon,
in Adonis, sings the latest songs in his
finished manner. Eric Pollock, the &C.
centric comedian, cannot be eXcelled In
his characterization. Frank Manning,
one of the funniest German comedians
in America; Rena Trumbell, the talented
young actress and singer in operate Sc
lections; Lillian Gale, the wonderful
child artist, in the latest songs and
dances; the uproarious funny Irish
chambermaid Susie FORESTER, all this
besides u budget of funny songs from Mr..
Cawthorn. Don't forget the date OF this
cyclone of fun.
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No feature of the late elections is
more signifcacant than the general
slaughtef of the cuckoo Congressman.
That particular pathological specimen
will be mighty scarce in the next House
of Representatives.
1t is now believed that Senator Hill
will decide on a reorganization of his
party all over the State of New York
but it will be task like Napoleon's after
Waterloo.
--YermOnt's sister States seem to have
well kept up the pace which she set for
the nation in September. 1t is still safe
to put the Vermonters in front and
keep the lines well closed up"
BY the way, it seems to us that it
was very fortunate thing Tor President
Cleveland that he issued his ThanksgiY-
ing proclamation before the Novem Der
elections.
Chairman Thurber of the Ohio Dem
ocratiC State Executive Committee says:
president Cleveland is to blame for
this. He started the financial panic last
summer, and the Demo Gratis have been
losing ever since"
Never since the formation of the Re.
publican party did Republican candi-
date for Governor come so near carrying
the CiCy of New York, and no Republi-
can candidate for President ever carried
it, even in war times.
North Carolina shows the most sur
prising result of the seaboard Southern
States. The Democrats are sure OF only
three Congressman, and the indications
are that the FusiOnists have carried Il G
Legislature, If that is so it means loss
of two United States Senators to the
Democrats-on to fill the unexpired
term caused by the death of Senator Ran
som and one to succeed Senator Vance
for full term.
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Railroad Commissioners Report.

~. Ills offer is open only until Nov. 18th
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fences or other private property, rocks
or other natural objects, by painting or
posting notices and advertisements on
the same, without the leave of the own
er, shall be fined ten dollars, one-half to
the use of the town in which the offence
is committed, and one-half to the use OF
the prosecutors" H. T. EATON.
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FoRSoNLY

Tell your friends that
they can secure the
BENNINGTON BANNER,
year, twice each week,
THE N. Y. TRIBUNE,
wear. once each week,
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Now that the tariff bill has
passed, | will furnish you
with goods with the tariff duty
off, which means at the low
est possible prices that they
can be produced for up to
date. No one can or will do
better for you. / wish |
could quote prices to you, but
/ cannot unless you come and
see me. Come with the cash
and will do you good. After
having made your purchases
of CLOTHING, HATS, CAPS,
or any other FURNISHINGS
of me, you will have a snug
sum left for other purposes, or
to put in the bank. Try it, it
will cost you nothing, but will
save you something, even if
your purchases are ever so
small.
STORE sol MAIN ST,
FREE LIBRARY BUILDING,
C. B. SHELLEY.
The herald., 1894-07-08

speeches. He does not often make set
speeches, and his gestures in debate are
more emphatic than graceful, but what
he says is always heard and generally re-
membered.
The senator is Virginian by birth and
was educated at William and Mary col
lege in his native state, but he has resid-
ed at Waco, Tex, ever since he attained
his majority, nearly 45 years ago. He is
q lawyer and practiced his profession for
decade before the war broke out, when
he enlisted as private in the Confeder-
ate service, being afterward promoted to
a captaincy. In June, 1865, he was ap-
pointed district judge and a year later
was elected a justice of the supreme
court of the state by the Democrats.
After having served year upon the
supreme bench Judge Coke was sum-
marily removed by General Sheridan,
who was then in command of the Fed
eral forces in Texas, the reason given
for the removal being that he was ian
impediment to reconstruction" He then
returned to his law practice till Decem-
ber, 1878, when he was elected governor
of Texas, to which Office he was again
elected in 1875, resigning before the ex-
piration of his term to take his seat In
the senate.
The herald., 1894-07-08
Dad employees during the past few

road employees during the past few
days.
delegation OF strikers today notified
Master Mechanic Warner that they
would give the road just "a hours TO
draw the fires from all the engines
operated by non-union crews. Inc
delegates said that if the fires were not
drawn the strikers would put thom out
themselves,
All passenger trains except the over
land have been operated today. On the
Pacific division IA trains are coming
and going from Tacoma. besides mill
tsry trains. Twenty-eight engine crews
are working on this division and III en-
gine crews were sent to Ellensburg this
afternoon to man passenger trains now
| tied up there.
Today deputy marshal found dyna-
mite bomb fastened to a rail on the
steel bridge at Fifteenth street. The
bomb consisted OF O half-inch gasplpe
| filled with dynamite and the enda nlied
with wsste. The evident intention was
to have the bomb explode by the pass
age OF train. So.
Governor McGraw tonight ordsred the
four cavalry troops in this city to d's-
perse tomorrow. A train has boon or
dered to take the three Eastern WASH
ington troops home.
In instructing the grand jury impan-
eled in the United States circuit court
tod :. Judge Hanford directed them to
inqu If any law of the United states
had been violated by the strikers in this
district. In concluding his charge the
court said:
There ia upon the air rumors and re-
ports Of combinations and organizations
commanded by individuals and actuated
by determinations to proceed to the ex'
tent OF actual resistance to the lawfully
constituted authorities of the United
States government, resistance to the
court and its officers and defiance OF the
nation itself. ANY such resistance, par
ticipated in by considerable number o
people, means an insurrectiol against
the government"
The herald., 1894-07-08

above his fellows, but has approximated
greatness by being born the uncle of Ed
gar w. Nye, the philosopher who writes
such funny things for the newspapers.
The grocer likes to talk about the Nye
family, and in recent conversation
with a Boston reporter gave out this in
formation:
Bill was born on farm at Shirley, Piscata-
quis county, Me- in 1850, at time when there
was nothing but sawmill in sight of the place.
The first Nyos landed at Cape Cod many q gen.
GRAFTON ago, and Bills great-grandfather went
from Cape Cod and settled in Maine. His
grandfather was born at Kennebec, and his IA
thcr (my brother), Franklin Nye, was born at
Norridgewock, Nc.
His fathers principal business was that of a
lumberman-that's what all of the Nyes went
up into Maine for-and besides his lumber in
terests Franklin Nye owned the small farm on
which Bill first saw the light of day. l helped
welcome Bill when he was N few hours old, and
thcn didn't see him again for two years, until
brother and sister-in-law brought him to Fair
field, Me-, where was living at the time.
In 1852 l got the gold fever and went to Aus
tralin, where l staid until 1871, when oame
back to America by way of California. In 1873
came to Boston and settled here.
In the meantime Bill Nye had grown
up and grown famous by the writings
with which all newspapers readers are
familiar. Bills father died at River
Falls, Wis, in 1887. Of the mother
Bartlett Nye said:
Oh. yes, Bill's mother is still living at River
Falls. And what mother she Is too. She has
always lived for her boys, and they owe many
of their good traits Of character to her gent.e-
ness. She is one of the finest women in tho
universe and o credit to her native state,
Maine. The other boys2 Oh, yes, won't for
get them. Frank is prosecuting attorney at
Minneapolis, and was nominated for governor,
and served as state assemblyman. Carroll is
the attorney for one of the big western railway
companies. Succeeding? Indeed they are.
Smart boys, too, every one of them. But Bills
the only one with anything of the writer in
him.
/ don't know who Bill got his humor from. I
don't believe much In that hereditary business
anyhow. The fact is, we've all got streak of
fun in MS, and Bills fun happened to run out
through his 2en. He could always write funny
things, and he got grip on his line and held
fast The world knows the rest of his history
better than could tell it. We arc all proud of
him. and next to being Bill I'd much prefer
to be his uncle
The herald., 1894-07-08
PRESIDENT ELIOT,

during his incumbency Harvard has
more than doubled the number of her
professors and students and more than
trebled her wealth.
President Eliot is himself graduate
of Harvard of the class of 1868. During
his undergraduate days he was one of
the most noted athletes in the college
md at the same time took high rank In
scholarship. After graduation he was
appointed tutor in mathematics and
soon became assistant professor Of math-
ematics and chemistry. He went to Eu-
rope in 1858 for an advanced course in
chemistry and while there made study
OF the educational systems of France,
Germany and England. On his return
he was appointed professor in the Mas
sachusetts Institute of Technology, where
he remained until he was elected presi-
dent of Harvard in 1860.
The Eliot family is one of the best
known and Oldest of New England's
Puritan stock. President Eliot was born
In Boston in 1884. His father was promi-
nent in mercantile and political circles,
served u term in congress, several terms
in the legislature and was mayor of Bos
ton in 1887 and 1888.
The herald., 1894-07-08
PRESIDENT Or 1nnv..,n
Charles William Eliot Has Filled That or.


flee For Twenty-Five Years.
President Charles William Eliot of
Harvard university, who will soon cele-
brate the twenty-ifth anniversary of his
election, has held Office for longer Pc
riod than any other of the 90 presidents
of Harvard with the single exception of
Edward Holyoke, who served from 1877
to 1863, and the alumni propose to COM
memorate the event in significant man.
ner. They are to have gold medal struck,
to be presented to Mr.. Eliot at the alumni
dinner on next commencement day, and
have empowered a committee to raise
funds for the establishment of fellow
ships or for some other desirable pur-
pose that may be of lasting benefit to the
university.
The interest in the celebration display
ed by the Harvard clubs all over the
country shows that President Eliot has
lost none of the personal popularity that
has done so much to make his long ad-
ministration of the university's affairs
the most successful in it's history. All
students who have been under his care
have felt in some measure the attraction
OF his influence. and the best measure of
Its force may be found in the fact that
The herald., 1894-07-08

dry goods store. His efficiency was
so great there as to attract the attention
Of A. T. Stewart, then the dry goods
king of New York While in Stewards
employ Mr.. Goff proved to be SO useful
that he was promoted to the superin-
tendency Of one of the most important
departments of the great store
At the same time that he was work
ing for the merchant prince he was also
devoting his evenings to study, being
student at the Cooper Union School Of
Science and Art. When he had finished
the course there, he studied law in the
office of Samuel @, Courtney, ex- United
States district attorney, and was duly
admitted to the bar. In 1883 he was
made assistant district attorney Of New
York county, in which position he de-
veloped unusual and unexpected ability
as a prosecutor and Cross examiner.
Two years later, upon his leaving the
office, he was nominated for district at
torney on the ticket of the Peoples
Municipal league, q reform organiza-
tion. He was not elected, but the prom
inenoe his candidacy gave to him had
something to do with building up the
large practice he now enjoys, and his
defeat did not cause him to swerve one
jot from his intention of being potent
factor in the movement for the improve
ment of New York's municipal govern
ment.
During the sessions of the Lexow
committee, which have resulted in so
many startling exposures of SO called
police protection of the disorderly
classes, Mr.. Golf has shown, even moro
remarkably than he did when assistant
district attorney, his power to put lead
ing questions and to drive them home.
He has reduced cross examination to an
exact science.
Mr.. Golf believes in Irish homo rule
and for that reason is very popular
among his compatriots. On one occasion,
in 1876, he rendered tho Fenian cause
great service by engineering the rescue
Of six prisoners from the penal colony at
Freemantle, Western Australia. The
late Dion Boucicault, the actor, almost
at the very moment that the rescue was
being effected in Australia, was plead
ing with the then prime minister, Dis
raeli, for the pardon of the six men.
The herald., 1894-07-08
AT SAN BERNARDINO.
First Santa Fe Through Trstn--A Plot to
Burn a Bridge.

First Santa Fe Through Trstn--A Plot TO
Burn a Bridge.
SAN BERNARDINo, July 7.-This morn
ing the first through train over the
Santa Fe bound east passed through
the city, II consisted of mail car,
passenger coach and Pullman, and was
guarded by II regular infantry. AS the
train stopped at the depot bluecoat
dropped off each end of the train and
stood on guard. Several hundred spec
tators aud strikers we're at the depot.
and shouted "Bcabby !" to the engineer
and conductor, but made no further
demonstration. After the usuai stop the
train pulled out for Bsrstow without
further incident.
The soldiers will guard the train as
far as Albuquerque, whore they WILL be
relieved by another detachment.
This noon q train ran around the belt
line, via Orange, under the protection OF
United States deputy mar halls.
1t was reported at the sheriff's oftics
today that plot had been discovered to
burn the Southern California bridge
near the depot in this city; but the offi-
GERS gave the rumor no credence, as the
railroad men have been go far orderly
and quiet and most of them openly dis
approve OF lawlessness.
xNEPAKINa FOR WAR.