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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
REFLECT ROAD COMMISSIONERS.
Suggestions by tho State Highway Com
mission In Relation to the Subject.


To the Editor of the Free Press:
Sir:-In the interest of highway improve
ment, the State commits sion desires to call
attention at this time. to the desirability
of towns re-eiecting road commissioners
where such officials have given satisfac-
ton in their work, and proved themselves
competent to fill the positions.
The custom of passing this office around,
or of electing new man each year, Is
expensive for the towns and tends to
greatly retard the progress of road i'm
provement. A town can i'll afford TO lose
tho experience which capable commits
sioner has acquired. Experience should
be considered as valuable an acquisition In
road building as in any other line of work
and the sooner the idea that any man can
build roads ceases to prevail the more
rapidly will the highway system OF this
State be brought into proper condition.
Thousands OF dollars are annually wasted
In Vermont while new men are expert
menting with the roads.
A provision of the law of 1894. allows
towns so desiring to elect a road commits
soner for three years. but in order to take
advantage of this provision 1t is necessary
that a vote to that effect be taken when
the commissioner is elected. This was not
clearly understood last year.
1t frequently happens that commits
soner Is unable to undertake an import
ant piece of work because the money or
time available during a single season will
not suffice to complete it. Were he as
sured of his Office for three years this
would become possible and he could plan
his work accordingly. If the towns gener-
ally took advantage of this act, 1t would
greatly increase the amount of permanent
work on the highways.
Very truly,
HIGHWAY COMMISSION.
/. Per Secretary.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
THE MERCHANTS
National Bank
Of
BURLINGTON, VT.
Capital, $5oo,oo
Surplus, $4,000

This bank now occupies It's new and 81
giant building, just completed, and invit|
the inspection of the public to it's compile
facilities for the rapid and inexpensiI
transaction of all branches Of banking.
has one Of the finest banking houses in Il
country and no expense has been spar
20 make the vaults absolutely impregnat
against the attacks Of burglars, fire
mob violence. With its large capital q
ample resources 1t solicits the accounts
firms, corporations and individuals, al
offers them the most liberal terms thu
their responsibility and balances warra
Ladies' and family accounts are especial
invited. Special Tellers Window for n
dies.
Safe deposit boxes to rent and jewelrV
plate. valuable goods and pictures receivl
on storage at a very moderate chars
Wills sealed and registered and a receiI
given for same. Private coupon al
writing rooms for dealers.
Correspondence or an Interview, with
view to business relations, is respectful
invited, with assurances that all transsl
tions will be held in the strictest conl
dence and given most careful attention.
L. Z. wOODHOUSE,
Cashierl
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

1t is cited as evidence that ex-Congress-
man Harter of Ohio was insane when he
took his own life, the other day. that hav-
ing been free-trader all his life. he had
lately said that he was now satisfied that
this country needed protection. and urgent
,y hoped that Mckinley would be nomi-
mated and elected president This strikes
us as proof of the highest sanity rather
than alteration Of mind. II all the dem
ocrats who have been changed from free
traders to protectionists by the logic of
events. in the last three years, were to be
pronounced insane, the asylums would not
have room for one in thousand of them.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
THE CONGRESS DISTRICT REPUBLIC
CAN COMMITTEE.
(Erop fha kfllAInt~,...

Tho republican committee of this con-
gress district had a meeting at Montpelier
the isth ihst'' when the vacancy caused
by the death OF Albert II. Tuttle OF Rut-
land was filled by the choice of Fred A.
Field OF that town. Judge Slade, who
represents Addison county ON the commit
tee was made chairman of 1t as Mr.. Tut
ties successor, and Mr.. Field was chosen
secretary In place Of Mr.. Slade.
The committee decided to call a district
convention for the selection of delegates
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
A GOOD WORD FOR JUDGE PECK.

(From the Morrisville News and Citizen
Tho republicans of Burlington have plac-
ed Hon. II. s. Peck In the field as their
candidate for Mayor. Judge Peck is In
every way well fitted for the position, and
his long residence On Burlington as we'll
as his extensive knowledge Of the city's
AFFAIRS makes him an excellent candidate,
and he will undoubtedly receive a hand
some election.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

Senator Morrill, hailed the defeat of the
tariff bill in the Senate Tuesday as proof
positive that the republicans are not in a
majority in that body. All hope of the
passage of a revenue bill during the pres
ent session of Congress is now believed to
ba
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

A New Haven, Conn, man received a
sentence Of three months In Jail for kiss
ing girl. The mistake of the offender
seems to have been in choosing too young
a girl as victim. Girls of the mistletoe
age are models of osculatory propriety.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

Mr.. ID. Wiley, ex.postmaster. Black Creek,
N. r., was 80 badly afflicted with rheumatism
that ho was only able to hobble around with
canes, and oven then II caused him great
pain. After using Chsmberlain's Pain Balm
no was SO much improved that he throw away
his canes. He says this iiniment did him
more good than all other medioipes and
treatment put together. For sale at fifty
cents PER bottle by Beaupre and Lowry and
y. II. Parker, City Drug Store.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
OUR KALEIDOSCOPE.
AN IGNORANT TEACHER.

"WeE. Johnny how do you like the
SCHOOL,"
"Oh, der schools all o. X, but der
teacher doesn't know nothin'."
Doesn't know anything. Why do you
say THAR"
"'Cause she's always askin us ques-
lions. Texas Siotings.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
WANTED.

When you want anything, advertise in
the new special column Of this paper Some
bargains are offered there this week which
IL will pay you to read about See page
seven. This paper has more than 1000
readers every week, and ono cent word
will reach them all.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
A VALUABLE ACQUISITION

Mr.. Cohenhemer-"Mls O'Bren, vos
it your fiddle poy dot magician took silver
tollars from his nose and ears at der show
last nlght?"
Mr.. O'Brien--"It was my boy Dennis. "
How much a week will you take for dot
poy?"-Life.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

Chairman Hinkley of the New York dem
ocratic State committee says that Cleve-
land can have another nomination If he
wants it. That settles 1t. So long as the
presidential lightning is to hit Grover any
way, Olney may as we'll pull On his kite.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

The latest scheme for the distribution
OF coal is to pump It through pipe lines.
If the coal combine succeeds in its en-
deavors, It will possibly soon be an easy
matter to send dollars worth of black
diamonds by mail.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
4 1-2 per cent.

All taxes are paid by the bank on depo.
sits of $500 or less. Deposits are received
In sums from 81 to $1,000, and no interest,"
amount, except on deposits by widows, or
phans administrators, executors, guard
ians, charitable or religious institutions or
on trust funds deposited by order of court.
This bank prefers Vermont securities
for the investment of its funds, and sends
no money out of the State until the homo
demand is met.
No money loaned to any ofYiCer or trustee
Of the bank.
CHARLES p. SMITH, President.
c. +. WARD, Treasurer.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
IT MADE NO DIFFERENCE.

In a London Fog--Driver OF bus Cto con-
ductor whom he has just called up)-"Jim,
tn oil gent behird has Just fell hoff."
Conductor-"All right, Bill, 'e's paid his
are."-London Weekly Telegraph.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

The Washington Post advises several
statesmen to observe Lent by indulging In
oratorical fasting. What about those who
have been obliged to feed for months upon
the empty vaporings Of these statesmen?
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
WINOOSKI
SAV|N CS BAN \
has paid Its depositors
n / PER CEN
2 Interest,

for ~ years. compounded semi-annually1
Deposits made during the first Ave DAY
of any month will draw interest from VI
first day OF that month. Deposits mad
after the fifth day OF any month will dra1
interest from the first day Of the ne1
month.
Deposits are received and paid daily.
All Taxes are Paid by the BAN
on deposits not exceeding fifteen hundrd
dollars.
Interest is credited depos,,ors the nr|
day OF January and July.
The bank has not met with loss
either principal or Interest on any los
made during the last eighteen years. NJ
has It loan among it's assets that 10 col
sidered poor or doubtful.
Due depositors. including inter-
est to juno 80. 1886. SAT SO.
Ourpius ''...................... iiooe'
Fifteen minutes by electric cars fro
BurlingtSn-fve cents fare.
SYDNEY II. WESTON, President
ORMOND COLE. Treasurer.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
CAtarrh Cured,

health and sweet breath secured by Shi-
loh's Catarrh Remedy. Price 80 cents.
Nasal Injector free.
For sale by OSulivan, the druggist.
Church Street.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

generaibankipg business transacted
Eoreign exchange bought and sold.
travellers Letters OF Credit issued, pay.
able In all parts Of the world.
special attention given to BUSINESS OF
out-or.town customers. Accounts may be
opened by mail and all communication
will receive prompt and careful attention
JOEL II. GATES. President,
DANIEL w. ROBINSON. v!ce-Prest
L. e. BURGESS, Cashier,
II. T. RUTTER, Assistant Cashier.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
SUSAN SIMPSON.

SUSAN SIMPSON.
Sudden swallows swiftly Swimming.
Sunsets slowly spreading shade.
Silvery songsters sweetly singing
Summers soothing serenade.
Susan Simpson strolled sedately,
Sitting sobs. suppressing sighs,
Seeing stephen Slocum, stately
She stopped, showing some surprise.
Say" said Stephen, sweetest sigher
Say shall Stephen spouseless stay?'
Susan, seeming somewhat shyer,
Showed "Reminiscences straightway
Summers season slowly stretches,
Susan Simpson Slocum She
So she sighed some simple sketches
Soul sought soul successfully.
Six Septembers Susan swelters;
Six sharp seasons snow supplies;
Susan's satin sofa shelters
Six small Slocums side-by-side.
boston Globe
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

Financers in New York are already talk
ing of another bond issue. The Metro
politan bankers seem to know a good
thing, even when 1t is not quite in sight.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

so much so that 1t Is considered that one
half of their stock must be lost.
l am, Sir, with due respects, your friend
and NJ. C. state.
Martin Chittenden.
To the Honorable Jonas Galusha.
This letter is written in a plain hand.
was carefully folded, sealed with a red
wafer and sent without envelope. There
Is no postage stamp and on one corner of
the envelope after being folded are these
words In Mr.. Chittenden's own hand:
Free, NJ. Chittenden."
On the back of the letter in the hand
writing of DR.. William Carey Crane is
the following note of explanation which Is
of interest when the difference of opinion
between DR.. Crane and the parties writing
and receiving this letter is considered:
Letter is by Hon. Martin Chittenden,
NJ c. from VT. in 1905, Governor of YER
mont during last war; refused to allow
Vermont soldiers to oppose the British at
P.atsburg. The person to whom written
was his brother-n-law, his predecessor in
the gubernatorlal chair for five years and
his successor for four years"
The last war" mentioned in this note Is
of course the war of 1912.
Yours. Bruce f. oliver.
The Col Lyon referred to in this inter-
esting letter of Martin Chittcnden's, was
|
Fair Haven, VT, was the first man that
made wood paper, from Eastwood; repre-
sented Vermont In Congress for two
terms: cast the vote which made Jeffer-
son president, when he was elected by the
House Of Representatives; and had an ex-
citing political career. marked by several
personal collisions, trial and imprison-
ment for sedition and similar episodes,
which we may sketch in another article.
The Judge Chase referred to was Samuel
| Chase of Maryland one of the sgners OF
the Declaration of Independence, who was
appointed a justice of the United States
Supreme Court by Washington in 1896, and
was impeached in 1904 at the instance of
John Randolph, for misdemeanor In con-
Quoting the political trials of two men,
who were convicted before him of sed-
tious hbels. The Senate discharged him.
The Mr.. Olin of whom Mr.. Chittenden
had so poor an opinion. was the Hon.
| Gideon Olin of SALISBURY, VT, who was a
prominent man among the pioneers of
Vermont and represented this State in
Congress for two terms. 1907.
Congress for tow terms 1887? The man
whose hands are red with blood" OF
course was Aaron Burr then vice-presi-
dent.
| Jonas Galusha at this time was sheriff
OF Bennington county, county judge and
member Of the governors council. He
was the father Of Hon. Truman Galusha
Of Jericho.-(Ed. FREE PRESS.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

A SOCIETY EVENT IN KENTUCKY.
A dog fight was recently given at
Swampdale in honor of young lady Wis
itor there.-Louisville Courier-Journai.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
Mortgage
Investments.

per cent net, safe and secure. Small
and large amounts. Appraisements
made, properties and collections looked
after for non-residents Long expert
ence. j. @. Jensen, Attorney and Cash.
Ter. State Bank, st. Paul. MINI.
fli.t A.w1mo
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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
Burlington
Savings Bank.
CHARTERED IN 1si7.
Deposits Dec. 81, 1895, s., O65, 7O8.64
Surplus 26s, 1888
Total Assets, $5,327, S37.67

TRUSTEES.
Q. F. WARD, WILLARD CRANE,
CHARLES z. SMITH, HENRY GREENE,
j. L. BARsTow, A. q. PIERCE,
HENRY WELLS.
Receives and pays deposits daily. De-
posits made on either of the first four busi-
ness days of any month draw interest from
the LIST. If made a:terward interest VIII
commence the first OF the following month.
Interest will be credited to depositors
Jan. LIST and July LIST, compounding twice
a year. There are no stockholders In this
bank. All the earnings, less expenses, be.
long to depositors. The rate OF interest
depends on the earnings. and for the past
seven years has been
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
Howard
National
Bank,
Burlington. VT.
Capital, 100000
Surplus and Profits 100000

DIRECTORS.
JOEL II. GATES.
Prest. Burlington Cotton Mills.
DANIEL w. ROBINSON,
Manager Skillings. whitneys 4
Barnes Lumber Co.,
A. c. SPAULDING,
OF spauldlng. Kimball & Co..
Wholesale Grocers,
ELIAS LYMAN,
F. e. BURGESS,
Cashier
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
AS REVISED.

Have you seen the revised constitu-
tion?" asked the man who Is always
grumblng.
Constitution OF WHAT" inquired the
contented citizen.
'Of the United States"
81 hadn't heard that it had been re-
vised."
"Oh, yes. 1t now reads government of
the syndcates, for the syndicates and by
the syndicates."-Chlcago Post.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

Talk about yer flehtin'-
'Druther talk o. peace;
Amt no use o. hlssln like
An angry flock o. geese.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

Threatenln' people never was
The slightest bit o. good;
Wait ontel we've gotter fight.
An then jes' do II good.
Washington Star.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

so much so that 1t Is considered that one
half of their stock must be lost.
am, Sir, with due respects, your friend
and NJ. c. state.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27

The Republican congratulates "Spunk,
Lamoille" on the bright speech made by
its States attorney, r. w. Huburd, at the
Young Republican club banquet. 1t was
the gem of the evening. We understand
that this same gentleman Is seriously
talked of as senator from that county
lie would prove an effective member of tn,
upper House.-St. Johnsbury Republican.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
VERMONT POLITICS.

We believe there will be no contest
whatever over the secretary of Stateship
and that c. w. Brownell, the present in
cumbent. will succeed himself. The same
might as we'll be said about State audi
tor. AS to treasurer there Is some whis-
perng about change. but whether 1t
Will materialize is as yet uncertain
Morrisville News and Citizen.
We have decided to support the candi-
dacy OF Major Josiah Grout of Derby for
the office of governor. We have investi-
gated the claims OF the various candi-
dates, and their qualifications and have
never have done better than In choosing
Major Grout for her chief magistrate
Poultney journal.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1896-02-27
BURLINGTON. THURSDAY. FEB. 81

Year, Always in Advance
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-17
LAK E v lLLK.

Mrs Freeman Pulver died Tuesday morning, aged 50 years. She had been an invalid for a long time. At this writing the time for the funeral has not been appointed.
 Bernard Sweeny died last Saturday after short illness, aged S4 years, al the residence of his son -in-law, Michael Burns. The funeral took place Sun. day afternoon and was largely attended by many relatives and friends. Inter ment in Salisbury Catholic cemetery.
 Charles Day is building large green. house. He will be able next summer to supply his ever increasing vegetable business.
 Ed. McCue has the frame up for his new house.
 The Maurice Drew Comedy Company gave their comedy Mulberry Bend last Monday ievening at Roberts Opers House before a moderate sized audi ence.
 The M. E. Church Sunday school children are rehearsing Xmas carols They will be treated to an Xmas tree this year, which makes them happy already.
 Hiram Eddy Camp Sons of Veterans will give reception to the Woman's Relief Corps, at their rooms in Holley Block this (Fhursday) evening.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-17
LIM E ROCK.

The reception on tomorrow night promises to be largely attended and 8 success. MT Beckley has engaged Baldwin's orchestra of Great Barring ton and fine music IS assured for the concert and dance. As special enga- cement with the orchestra MT Charles Smith, leader of the Germanis concert orchestra of Pittsfeld. will play the violin. Smith is considered the best violinist in Berkshire county and fine concert program is promised from eight to nine.
 Mrs P. s. Burrall has been spendrrg 2 few days in New York city.
 Miss Verna Boyden has been quite sick with chicken pox.
 Miss Fannie Waksman, of Millertop, N. Y., spent Sunday at Walter Wake mans.
 MT and Mrs I R Fenton have beep spending few days at Millerton, N I
 Mrs Lyons, of Bridgeport, is spend ing few days at Mrs J. Eusign's.
 Mrs Shears and daughter, of New York city, have been visiting at Mrs Ensign's.
 Quite number from here attended the Temperance convention at Falls Village Tuesday afternoon and evening.
 Mir and Mrs John Madill, of Hoosick Falls, have been visiting at Wm. Pat terson's.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-17
CLAYTON.

Our New England supper, last Fri day evening. was quite largely attended and nearly S30 added to the treasury.
 After fifteen years of welded life the first child has found home in the house of Jacob Decker in the form of 8 little daughter, which arrived on the Sth inst
 Mrs George Stewart, who has been i'll for some time, passed away Satur- day night. The funeral was in the chapel Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev Mr Hebron. Burial in the little cemetery close by. Much sympathy is expressed for the husband. who is call ed to mourn the loss of a companion for the second time and the three daughters, who are deprived of a mothers watchful care so early in life. when so much needed,
 Saturday week Calvin Barnes went with his family to Jersey City, He has returned, but his family will remain with Mrs Barnes sisters for several weeks and Mir Barnes keeps "Bachelor's Hall" in their absence. Ernest Hart has moved into Mrs Ly- man Kings house.
 James Kent is suffering with sprain- ed ankle.
Connecticut western news., 1896-12-17
MILL RIVER

Wednesday, Dec. 16. is visitors day at our school, and the public have re- ceived written invitations from the pupils. The term closes thIs week Fri day.
 Miss Annie Kane came home from Holyoke last Friday, for two weeks visit
 Washington Rhoades is dangerously ill with pneumonia at the home of his daughter, Mrs Abigail Reyes.
 Mrs Chas. Benton was the guest of Miss Hattie Brewer from Friday until Sunday.
 Mrs Paulins Callsnder entertained two lady cousins from York state last week, whom she had not seen in many years.
 Rev John Hebron preached his last sermon in the Congregational church last Sunday.
 Mrs Sara Sisson started Monday for an extended visit with friends in Pitts field and Ashfield.
 Mrs Louis H. Prout is visiting friends in New York
 Mrs Wsdhams has gone to Stock. bridge to spend few weeks with her daughter
 Robert Hayes and friend Chas. Strat ton of Lee. drove down Sunday.
 Lawyer Wm. c. Spaulding, of West Stockbridge. who has been very low with typhoid fever for about month, is somewhat better, but not ont of dan. der. He is 8 brother of Mrs H. D. Sisson of this place. and his childhood days were spent on Brewer Hill. Jas McCaughen, of Springfield, is visiting his daughter, Mrs John Noonan.