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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

On Tuesday afternoon d. w. Rob
bins of Derr's came down to meet his
little son Maynard, who was on his
way home from a school for deaf
mutes in Philadelphia, where he has
been since last September. He is
now able to read, write and speak,
and has made more rapid progress
than many children who are not
afflicted as he is. We heard him say
number of words, and could under
stand him distinctly. He is bright
boy and seems to be happy and
cOntented.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

In order to keep pace with his
rapidly growing business 1t has be-
come necessary for H. V. White to
build new four story building in ad-
dition to his already spacious mills.
He has closed a contract with Girls
Corn and McFredy, OF Philadelphia,
for a hundred barrel wheat mill.
Work will be commenced on the
building at once and pushed to a
speedy completion.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Eighteen years ago the plumbing
business was carried on by Rollins
and Holmes. At that time they had
in their employ as tin smith, Mike
Haley. Since that time he has been
working in New York City. Last
Thursday he returned to this place
and went to work for his former en-
ployer w. O. Holmes.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

There has been a change in the
time table of the ID. l.. and w. Rail
Road Company. The morning train
which formerly went up at 7:a5, now
leaves at 7:I5; and the afternoon
train down instead of leaving at 4;os
leaves at 4:I7.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The Union Veteran Legion of this
place observed Memorial Day by
quietly and without any display, plac-
ing a wreath of flowers on the grave
of each dead comrade.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The Elevator Plant has been re
organized. The following named
gentlemen compose the board of
directors: A. L. Schoch, i. +. Waller,
w. S. Moyer, c. c. Peacock, Fred
Richards and J. l.. Dillon.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The circus ground was the center
of attraction last Sunday. Several
parties, who would consider it almost
an objectionable sin to attend the
performance, were there nearly all the
day. As consequence the attend
ance at several of the churches was
not as large as usual.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Japanese porch screens, all sizes,
and a. extremely low prices. Put up
ready for use free of charge, at w. H.
States.
When you are thirsty, try our milk
shake and lemonade. |. G.. Deitrick.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The circus has come and gone and
more gentlemanly lot of men rever
visited this town. They fulfilled every
promise they made, and the perform
ance was far above the average. 1t
was well attended, and it was a success
because it deserved it,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Peter Hippensteel died at his home
In Mt. Pleasant township last Saturday
evening after long illness. He was
about seventy-seven years of age, and
the funeral services were held Tuesday
morning.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04
For Rent.

The third floor of the COLUMBIAN
building is for rent. 1t is IS by IS
feet, and will be partioned off to suit
a tenant for term of years. Heated
by steam, lighted with gas or electricity,
and supplied with water. Inquire of
Geo. +. Elwell. If
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Flag day will dawn again June "a.
The citizens of this place should lay
In goodly stock of the stars and
stripes in order to celebrate the day
as BELTS its Revolutionary fame.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

William Morris, four year old son
of Richard Gross, fell off the fence
last Saturday and broke his left leg.
The fracture was reduced by DR.. Pur-
man, and he is getting along nicely. E
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Monday evening, during the alb
sence of the family, the residence OF
Firm Kressler on Turkey Hill was
burglarized, and two watches, coat
and several other articles were stolen.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04
Lives on wind-the cornet player

The report of the Columbia County
Sunday School Association came in
too late for insertion in this issue, it
will appear next week.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04
ANNOUNCEMENT is

Are you looking for pair of russell
shoes2 You can find what you need
at Max Gross. The prices are wonder
fully low when you consider the quail
ity Of goods.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The Baccalaureate sermon Of Rev.
ID. N. Kirkby, rector of st. Paul's
church, last Sunday, was a mastery
effort, and thoroughly enjoyed by all
who were fortunate enough to listen
to it.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Now is the time to purchase lap
robes for the coming season. &. S.
Furman has them, and at prices
which would astonlsh you.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The following letters are Advertised
June 2, 1896. Mr.. George w. Arvine,
Scott Chappell, Mr.. Geo. o. Kline,
A. f. Meyers, Miss Fannie G.. Poull,
Mr.. Leon A. Walker, Mr. ]. II. Wal
lace. Will be sent to the dead letter
Office June 10, 1896.
JAMES II. MERCER, p. M.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The first mixed meeting under the
auspices of the Young Mems Chris
tan Association will be held in the
Lutheran Church next Sunday after
noon, and will be addressed by Rev.
c. H. Brandt. The music will be un-
usually fine and the ladies are earn
estly invited to be present.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The Methodist Sunday School and
congregation will hold their annual
picnic at Wynona Park tomorrow.
An invitation is extended to the
public TO attend.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Mrs. William Mcdowell, of Brook
lyn, died at her residence last Mon
day. Her remains were brought here
Tuesday on the Az train on the D..
l.. & w. railroad and taken to Light
Street for interment.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

With good water, cheap food, big
factories, fine churches, live papers
and new hotels, we're happy people.
But we'd be happier if we had better
light and fire alarm system.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The Steam Laundry was unusually
busy last Monday. They had the
contract for doing the washing of
Robson and Franklin circus. 1t was
big job, but they were equal to the
emergency.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

For the freshest and incest line of
groceries in the town, call at the
Bloomsbury Store Company, limited.
A new invoice is received every day.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

There will be regular services n
the Lutheran church next Sunday
morning and evening, conducted by
Rev. DIR. Bell of Cincinnati, Ohio.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Hot soup lunch every day from {
to I2 o'clock noon at the Enterlint
restaurant, formerly owned by William
Gilmore.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

A large invoice of boots and shoe
just received at the Bloomsburg Store
Company limited. They are being
sold at astonishingly low prices.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The name of DR.. f. w. Redeker ol
Bloomsburg appears this week among
the list of Democratic candidates for
Representative.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Jesse Rlttenhouse of Beaver, has
been added to the list of Democratic
candidates for Associate Judge from
the south side.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

A. B. Croop of Briar Creek has an
nounced himself as a candidate for
county treasurer, subject to Demo-
cratic rules.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Japanese porch screens, all sizes,
and at extremely low prices. Put up
ready for use free Of charge, at w. H
States.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Many good man lost his bearings
SO far on Sunday, that, started for
the churches, he rounded up at the
circus grounds.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Last Saturday morning lot Of
wheelmen from Wllkes-Ba passed
through town on their way to Dan
vile. They were making century
run.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The property occupied by David
Savage on Iron street is being re-
painted. The work is being done by
2. K. Vanatta.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The storm blew down one of the
large bill boards of the circus near
the ID. l.. and w. station last Thurs
day evening.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Peter Solleder has just returned
from New York with ton of sole
leather which will be sold at rock
bottom prices.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Impoverished blood causes that
tired feeling. Hoods Sarsaparilla
purifes, enriches and vitalizes the
blood and gives vigor and vitality.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Hats and caps In endless variety a,
the Bloomsburg Store Company limit
ed. They are all of the latest style
and will be sold at small margin
above cost.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The carpenter work on the new
residence of r. r. Little, Esq, is
rapidly nearing completion.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Try a can of Hopkins Steamed
Hominy (Hulled Corn.) tits delicious.
Full qt., Ioc. 5-28-4t.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

For your russet shoes men, ladies
or children go to Max Gross Blooms
burg, Pa.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The Bloomsburg Car Company
store is now displaying the finest line
OF decorated and toilet sets ever shown
in the town, and they are being sold
at exceedingly low prices.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04
For Salt.

Building and agricultural lime de-
lfvered upon short notice in load lots,
at the lowest price.
SAMUEL NEYHARD, Agent.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Japanese porch screens, all sizes
and at extremely low prices. Put ur
ready for use free Of charge, at w. H
States.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The interior of the barber shop of
William Dennis on East street has
been painted and otherwise improved.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Bardsleys hearing is bad and the
Board Of Pardons have given him a
re-hearing.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

We are informed that Hon. An
drew l.. Fritz will be a candidate for
Congress.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Candidates can secure their cards
at this office on short no ce and at
reasonable rates. Aft.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Ice cold drinks at Deitrick's, Mar
ket Square.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The residence Of Mrs. Clark on
Market Street is undergoing repairs.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

We always lead in choice candies,
ty them. l. G., Deitrick.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The fashionable girl wears her
purse on a slender silver chain.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The attention of the ladies Of
Bloomsburg is called to the large
line of shirt waists now on sale at the
Bloomsburg Store Company limited.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Children's sandals in russet at Man
Gross on Main Street. The prettiest
patterns ever shown in this town.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Ice cream, all havors, at l. G.
Deitrick's, Market Square.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The black bass season Is now open
and anglers are out in full force.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

WANTED-A 6rst-class man to rep
resent the Equitable Life Insurance
Society of the U. S. in Bloomsburg and
vicinity. A liberal contract will be
given. Address c. H. CRAWFORD,
s,I4-tf. General Agent, Danville, Pa.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The caterpillar is the bugbear o
the summer girls life.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

This store equipped with grand assortment of Dress Coo
TRIMMINGS HoSie'y NohOHs GloveS Rt6b0ns Laees and all
kinds of Fancy G0o9S Stocks complete in all doparmens
The complete lines have shown We invite your
inspection.
White Dress Goods.
large line Complete of Organdes, French Muslin,
Batie land Nansooks Mul Striped plain
and checked Organde in the GO In widths
|Silks.
showing dresses
and trimmings both in black and Dresden effects
Wash Goods.
All those thin your
approval Dmhes choice pntng Crepons all colo Cam Organ
dies Dot Musln, &C.
Belts, Buckles, &c.
Full lines of ases. Newest effects Full and compile
See asc belts
Goyes and Mitts.
dollar hid gloves Silk gloves Silk m 15c. pair up Long
white kid and silk gloves. Try a5c. gloves
We have placed line of these goods
prices will wonder how they make for See the ile
Hosiery.
Full lines szes &C. pair bicycle
hose at Ladies hoe best shown pair
Dress Goods
We showing special good goods which
to examine Suitable for dresses skirts and suits
Corsets.
You perfect fitting made and
Try 44c and 59c
HI. J.. CLARK & SON.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04
Highest in Leavenng Powe-Latest U. Govt Report
R>!a!! q! Rs%dssi! RRskides
ABSOLUTELY EsUEE

Exit May.
Now for the month of roses.
Well, did you see the elephant.
Ice Cream signs are multiplying.
Cyclersade is a new sJLmer drink.
1t is good time to begin to fill a
rose jar.
The small boy is getting in the
Hatters are preparing for election
bets. z
The Cars crown is worth
$45o,ooo.
June brides are practising the
req qdisite blush.
The exterior of the Central Hotel
is being re-painted.
Some men loaf on the street
corners. Others go fishing.
The ootarn;lIor ;c .Ia J,,rIo,x ~
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

25O shirt waists, 25c. to
$3.75. (See the white ones.
SOC. to S1.75.)
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

Some men loaf on the street
corners. Others go fishing.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-06-04

The exterior of the Central Hotel
is being re-painted.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1896-07-25
LONDONDERRY,

Misses Balch and Duprey of Manchester
are visiting at Fred TarbelPs.
Leonard Park of Chester has been stopping
at Davis for few days, and of course has
been doing bit of fishing.
Henry Rider who has been at work on the
railroad from Springfield, Mass, to Windsor
has given up his position and is at home.
Frank Pierce is ell route Fl ON his home in
Salt Lake City to visit his parents. He has
been in that city number of years and is a
prominent lawyer there.
Rudolph johnson, boy living with Fred
Parker, got up in his sleep and walked out of
a window falling someten twelve feet. a
sprained ankle is the only bad effect.
Horace Alexander has purchased the water
power near the iron bridge between the two
villages, and is to erect dam and shop for
the manufacture of butter boxes for which he
has patent. One firm has contracted to
take ten Thousand a month. He proposes to
employ 10 or IL hands TO commence.
Among out of town people stopping here.
are the following: Mrs. Leona Moore and
children, Mrs. Alice Arthur aud children,
and Miss Linda Meade at Dea Dodge's
| Mrs. Lillian Weaver and two children at W.
ID. Stowell's; Mrs. Lulu Mattocks and Willie
at W. f. Sutton's; Mrs. Lizzie Whit
ney and daughter at III. A. Hayward's
Mrs. A. b. Waite of Des Moines, Iowa, i:
Iexpected at Mrs. b. S. Waite's soon to spend
the summer.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1896-07-25
WINDHAM.

/. The recent rains have improved the pros
poets for a harvest. Hay is fairly good and
such as has been harvested has been got in
in excellent condition. The fruit crop prom
ises well, and berries are abundant.
The town is lively with summer boarders
and visitors coming and going. The Wind
ham native never loses his love for our hills
and really, we flatter ourselves that strangers
readily acquire a lasting love for them and
us. One of our summer residents on leaving
us last autumn said: 81 have never been in
place where found SO many cultivated
women as / have seen in Windhaf11.' She
probably meant so large proportion of the
whole population. One of the best loved of
these women. Mrs. Amanda Upham passed
out of our midst July s. very suddenly while
engaged in her household duties. She was a
daughter of the late William w. Whitney of
Springfield and had been resident of Wind
ham, as the wife of Asahel Upham, about so
years. She was helpful, conscientious
woman, forward in every good word aud work
and will be much missed. She leaves hus-
band and two daughters. Rev. George Prem
tiss of Connecticut, who is spending the sum-
mer with his father, Deacon A. O. Prentiss
gives lecture on Eugene Field with read.
| ings from his works, Wednesday evening
July 30. The proceeds will go toward the
debt of the Christian Endeavor society.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1896-07-25
SPRINGFIELD.

The electric road is just little too late for
the accommodation of the schoolma' ans but
it is coming. Wen give them ride next
year if they are here.
The srmy worms have struck several
places in town. 1t seems like chapter from
the Old Testament: That which the caterpil-
lar hath left hath the grasshopper eaten and
that which the grasshopper hath left hath the
squash bug and the tater bug eaten and that
which the bugs have left hath the army worm
eaten; and there is the coddling worm and
the railroad worm and scores of other things
yet to hear from.
Teachers are flocking in to the summer
school. One wonders what the reigning fad
for this term will be. viii it be sight-read-
ing or careful study of the reading. lesson /;
will arithmetic be held up as the grand
savior of this nation or relegated to a back
pronouncing the syllables in oral spelling
will he revived. Certainly some old method
should be revived or new be devised or
phonic spelling adopted, for, despite all the
Toval roads to the learning of spelling which
have been proposed by normal Instructors of
late, the spell ing in our schools grows worse
and worse. One teacher declares that she
goes to the summer school for the purpose OF
asking the lecturer who expands upon the
great moral influence of teachers, how to
| teach truthfulness to the children of a family
where even George Washington's Ratchet i
held mp to ridicule; or patriotism to a boy
| whose father declares publicly that the rulers
| are all on the make and ''votes is sold Jest a:
| reg lar as OATS
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1896-07-25
CENTRAL VT. RAIL ROAD

Time Table corrected toJune %, 1896. Tral
viii, leave Bellows Falls daily except Srn
days unless otherwise noted, as follows
NORTH GOING via SULLIVAN RAILKOAl
6 o a. No. MIXED. for White River junction
l2.lU p. m. EXPRESS MAIL, for White Rive,
Junction, Montpelier. Barre, st. Alher s.
Malone, Norwood. Niagara Falls and Chi.
cago Ogdensburg, Montreal, and all
points West. Wagner Parlor Car White
River Junction to Montreal. and Wagner
Sleeper Swanton to Chicago via Niaga' a
Falls.
sos d. m. FAST EXPRESS, for White River
junction. Montpelier, Barre. Burlington 81
Albans, Rouses Point and Montreal. Par
lor Cav to White River Junction and Pull
man Sleeping Car White RIVER JUNCTION
to Chicago wit bout change. Due IN Ch1ca-
go $40 next night.
s.t5 p. m. PASSENGER, for White Rive,
junction.
lilo p. m. NIGHT EXPRESS. for White
River Junction, Montpelier, Burlington,
st. Adams, Ogdensburg, Montreal Chicago,
and points West. Wagner Sleeping Car,
Bellows Fails to Montreal. (Rnns dat'V.
Sundays included) to Montreal and Chicago
TRAINS ARRIVE AT BELLOWS FALLS:
An a. m. NIGHT EXPRESS, from Montre,
via White River Junction.
$40 a. m. LOCAL EXPRESS, from Whits
River Junction.
80 D. m. Fast Express from Fabyans and
White River junction.
lis p. m. EXPRESS MAIL, from st. Alban'
and all points on Central Division.
8.b2 b. m. LIMITED EXPRESS, from Mon
treal and Ogdensburg. via White Rive
los p. m. MIXED. from White River juno
F.w.BALDwIN, Gen. Supt.
S.W. CUMMINGS, Gen. Pass. Agent.
*Daily. TDaily except Monday.
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1896-07-25
THE TIM ES.
SATURDAY, JULY 20, 1896.
Vermont News.

Joseph Daignault's residence in st.
Adams was entered last Tuesday night and
cash box containing $3.50 stolen.
The stockholders of the Boston and Yer
mont telegraph company at White River
Junction yesterday chose these directors
Thomas Eckert, John Van Horne, Ros-
well p. Rochester,, Charles A. Tinker of
New York, Thomas Roche and Henry G.
Sherman OF Boston; Robert j. Kimball OF
West Randolph, George w. Smith and
Henry +. Tinker Of White River Junction.
For president, Thomas Eckert; vice-presi-
dent, Charles A. Tinker; secretary and
treasurer, r. P Rochester executive com
mite, Charles A. Tinker and John Van
Horne.
Under cover of darkness and sound be-
ing deadened somewhat by the patter Of
the rain petty thieves broke into the gro
Gerry store of A. f. Denny in Mortified
Monday night by breaking pane of glass
in the cellar window and crawling through
the aperture. About So in five cent pieces
and 81 in pennies were taken, also few
cigars. The store of Dutton & Richmond
was entered by breaking pane of glass in
the rear door of the dry goods department
and securing the key which was near by,
unlocking the door. Between two and five
dollars were taken in dimes, five cent pieces
and pennies from the cash drawer and two
pair of shoes.