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Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
The Booth & walker hay barnis again

The Booth & Walker hay barnis again
in active operation.
Mrs. Carllnda Billiard of Wisconsin is
visiting her sister, Mrs. S. b. NJ. Cowles.
II. Parker Williamson is not expected
to sing in New Haven this year on Me
mortal day.
Sprigg & Wilson loaded 50 veal calves
at the junction last Friday, the best of
the season so far.
DR.. +. S. Weston Is one of the county
medical examiners. He has begun work
upon his new house.
Leroy G. Russell has returned from a
trip to New London, Conn, Worcester,
Mass, ard New York city.
j. A. Caldwell, Jr., and NJ. F. Halpin
went to Montpelier to play ball on Tues
day with the Middlebury college team.
Mrs. II. r. Barrows was thrown from
her wagon by a runaway horse and
severely bruised on Thursday of last
week.
Exercises of patriotic nature will be
held in all the schools of the town on
Friday afternoon of next week. At the
Mills and Brooksville flag drills will be
given.
1He eAeTClSeS mere MemOrlal DAY
promise to be of very interesting ma
ture. Col. Alfred A. Hall of st. Adams
will be the speaker, the Ethan Allen
band of Weybridge will furnish music,
the public schools of the town are ex.
pected to be represented by both teach.
ers and pupils and there will he music
by the choir and rectations appropriate
for the day. The committees are as fol-
lows; G. S. Dana, chairman; NJ. j.
Landon, reception; DR.. f. S. Weston,
marshal; II. G. Roscoe, finance; on mu-
sic, Rev. G. n. Thomas, Miss Charlotte
/. Landon, Mrs. ID. A. Roeau, Mrs. C.
f. Squier; on decoration, Mrs. S. B. NJ.
Cowles, Mrs. w. V. Sturdevant, Mrs.
Geo. Palmer, Misses Amelia Hunt,
Mildred Weld, Bertha Weston, Marion
Landon, Daisy Potter, Matte Chaffee.
The procession will start at 8 40 a. M,
sharp.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
SAILS BURY.

The Soldiers association of Salisbury
will observe Memorial day on Saturday,
May 20, at o'clock p. m, at the GENE
terry in West Salisbury. Gen. o. O.
Howard will give the address. The
veterans of Co. B., 9th VT. vols, hold
their first reunion on May IS, aud Will
remain in Salisbury for Memorial day.
Co. G. of the OH VT, which was raised
in Middlebury, will also be largely repre-
sQlted. All other veterans will be cor
daily welcomed. The "Ann Story
chapter, d. A. r., of Rutland will come
in special car to Salisbury on Saturday
morning, and after visiting Ann Story's
grave and the site of the Story house,
will assist in the Memorial service in the
afternoon. They will give Mrs. DORIS
poem, 1.-The Armorer", and also Mrs.
Francisco's "Ann Story. The Ethan
Allen chapter, d. A. R., of Middlebury
will join the Rutland ladies at the Seeley
cemetery. The children of the public
schools of Salisbury and Cornwall will
be present and receive especial attention
from the veterans.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
CORNWALL.

Miss Anna James is little better.
Henry Warner does not improve, but
seems to grow weaker.
Mary Jewett is gaining quite fast, be-
ing able to walk and ride.
Grain and grass are looking fine for
the time of year. Fruit trees are loaded
with blossoms.
c. p. FOote has resigned his place with
the Isaac PrOuty Boot and Shoe Co. at
Spencer, Mass.
The prevailing epidemic of sore throat,
which has nearly broken up the school
at West Cornwall, is abating.
The old friends of j. b. Benedict in
town were sorry to hear of his sudden
paralysis at his home in Middlebury on
Monday last.
A deer was seen Tuesday at the north
part of the town. 1t came from the
south. 1t visited the cattle of B. r..
Rice, but fled to the hills on the approach
of gentleman. 1t was seen by several.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
PILES ABSOLUTELY CURED.

So that they never return. We have a
boon to sufferers that acts like magic.
Two boxes of Neurotic Pile Ointment
Will cure the very worst cases, no matter
how long standing.
John Bridgeford, 81 State ST., Albany,
N. Y, writes: "Your remedy performs
wonderful cures"
1t seems to be different from the others,
and If people only knew about Neurotic
Pile Ointment they would suffer no long
er. We will mail large package of
this new preparation, wrapped in plain
cover, to any address on receipt of Sl.00.
If it does not cure you, ask to have your
money returned and you Will get it by
return mail. This is fair.
Piles are a dangerous disease if not at
tended to promptly. Write at once to
the Neurotic Co., Burlington, VT, or buy
it of the local agent.
For sale by Isaac Storms, druggist,
Middlebury, VT.
Neurotic Pile Ointment cures piles.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
BRISTOL.

Mrs. w. Ii. Miller of Randolph is Wis
iting relatives in town.
Mrs. G. w. Corey is visiting her par
ents in WIllsboro, y. Y.
Mrs. L. A. Bigelow is visiting relatives
and friends in Essex, n. y.
Miss Ada Buttles is seriously i'll at A.
c. Summers, south of the village.
There was a slight frost in the east
part of the town Monday morning.
Mrs. S. NJ. Eaton, who spent the win
ter in New Jersey, arrived home on Fri
day.
Miss Agnes Hazard of Minneapolis,
Mimi, is visiting relatives and friends in
town.
w. A. Lawrence has the foundation of
his house on the corner of North and
Spring streets nearly completed.
Garfield post, G.. A. r., of Lincoln
have engaged Rev. w. A. Knzie to de-
liver the Memorial sermon May %.
The graduating class have engaged for
commencement concert, which occurs on
June III, Wolf Fries, violoncellist, and
Miss Paradis, piano accOmpanist.
Murray Cove of Lincoln has moved to
town, occupying one of Il. O'Neil's hous-
es on North street. He is working for
the Bristol Manufacturing company.
II. f. Scott has been appointed man
ager of the Western Union Telegraph
company and the office has been remov-
ed to the Bristol railroads express office.
/0sman Preston of Ferrisburgh and
Miss Nellie Mcbride of Bristol were
lmarred at the home of the bride on
Wednesday. They will reside at Ferris
Rburgh.
The funeral of Frank Ellison, son of
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Ellison of South
Bristol, was held on Saturday. lie was
sick only "a week with pneumonia anC
died on Thursday. He was member OF
the graduating class of the graded
IschOOl
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
VEROENNEs.

F. NJ. Moulton has been appointed
collector of taxes.
w. II. Horton of Orwell was guest
OF his sister, Mrs. John Norton, Monday.
Fremont Everest visited his brother,
Rutherford Everest, at Brandon over
Sunday.
Mrs. j. w. Barnes of Malone, n. V,
is a guest of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
+. A. Goss.
Communion services were held at st.
Paul's Episcopal church Monday at
4 80, Bishop Hall officiating.
George Noonan and Friend Adams,
who went to London last winter with
lot of horses, returned Saturday.
Mrs. Clark, wife of Rev. Aaron Clark
of Rosebud Agency, No. Dakota, and
two children are visiting relatives in
town.
At recent meeting of the Congrega-
tIonal society a call was extended to
Rev. Norman butcher of Andover,
Mass, who is a son of Fred butcher of
st. Adams.
Hartwell Danyew of Ferrlsburgh went
to New York last week to have an
operation for appendicitis performed.
4ANNOlNAAhS W Aool ~ pm 70 III - III q lhll
way to recover.
The Vermont Shade Roller company
is importing large quantities of raw ma
terial from Canada In anticipation of
increased duties. A stock for more than
a years requirements is already here.
The Vergennes Citizen is the name of
our new weekly newspaper, which made
its first appearance the 18th inst Will
liam Palmer, former compositor on the
Vermonter, is both editor and proprietor.
The necessary preparations are being
made by the city fire department to
properly carry out the programme for
the state firemen's tournament which
is billed for this town the 23d and oath
of June.
George Perry, aged l3 years, of Fer
risburgh was sent to the state Indus
trial school Tuesday, to be held for trial
at county court, charged with stealing a
bicycle, the property of Fred Adams of
Vergennes.
Hon. r. w. Hulburd of Hyde Park
is to be the Memorial day orator for
Ethan Allen post, G. A. r., Saturday,
the 10Th. The Memorial sermon will be
preached in the Baptist church by Rev.
E. Nj. Bartlett
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
County Uews.
ADDISON.

ADDISON.
Mrs. Mary Owen is visiting friends in
towr.
Ezra Whitford is putting up a new
barn on his home place.
Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur Clark are rejoic-
ing over the birth of a son.
DR.. and Mrs. Townshend of Shore
ham were in town visiting recently.
Miss Pecu of Ferrisburgh has begun
to work for Mrs. John Thomas.
Mrs. Hulda Clark, who has been car
ing for the sick in Bristol, returned last
week.
Mrs. Irwin Gulley and son of Richford
have been visiting at her mothers, Mrs.
VIM. Hanks.
Mrs. Judson Day has returned from
the hospital in Burlington. Mr.. Day is
much improved in health.
The cheese factory is doing more than
twice the amount of business that it was
doing at this time last year.
Irwin Gulley came to town Sunday
morning for two or three days visit as a
surprise to his many friends.
Mary Anderson, Bertha Colburn, Will
Owen, Jessie and Carrie Willmarth are
the latest victims of the measles.
The tower on the mountain is nearly
finished. The steel framework is all up
and the stairs are to be put in this week.
Next Sunday morning at II o'clock
Mr.. Lamson is to preach to the old
soldiers and Sons of Veterans in the
Baptist church. This is the first service
of its kind in many years and it is hoped
it will be well attended.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
BRIDPORT.

Lewis a. Skif is quite i'll at his home
here.
S. Il. Cook of Fitchburg, Mass, was in
town last week.
Mrs. A. j. Weber of Pittsburgh is
with her sister, Mrs. II. l.. Townsend.
d. E. Rice had the misfortune to lose
one of his best milch cows last week.
Mrs. Oscar Mum of Freeport, ILL.,, is
visiting her sister, Mrs. Elijah Grosvenor.
Leslie j. Parrish is with c. L. Le-
Beufl of Vergennes, building cottages on
the lake.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. H. Bemis of Spring
field, Mass, are visiting at w. l..
Wheeler's.
Prosper Elithorp, Esq, who has been
quite seriously i'll for some time past, is
still very feeble.
Mr.. and Mrs. |. L. Eells of Cornwall,
with their son Willie, visited their
daughters, Mrs Howe and Mrs. Fletcher,
recently.
The recent rains put new lite into
vegetation, and grass, except where it
has been "kiled out" it is said never
looked better.
Memorial services will be held in the
Congregational church the coming Sun
day. Both congregations will unite in
observing the day.
Mrs. NJ. f. Wheeler and niece, Miss
Hattie, who have been visiting friends at
the national capital for some time past,
returned home on Tuesday.
Richard Esterbrook's family of six
from New York city have engaged
board at the Mountain View Inn for ten
weeks in July and August. Mr.. Ester
brook is the famous maker of steel pens.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
A PROMINENT ARCHITECT
Lost an Hour Each Day
Scratching.

For the past fifteen years | have bed
a victim of skin disease. From the to-
of my head to the soles of my feet wd
covered with sores breaking out an
scales. They were terribly itchy and
couldn't resist the temptation to scratch
so much so that lost from one to thre
hours a day scratching. My sleep wa
also very much broken. | was conti1
ually waking up with the terrible itcF
ing.
| took lots of patent medicines an
consulted several specialists on skin dill
ease In the large cities, but never ono
could get free from the scales and sore
till | went TO see DR.. Sproule. He stoI
ped the itching right of and the scale
and sores have gone away. | am YER
much improved IN every way.
ADOLPHUS CARTER.
Mr.. Carter has an office at 10 Churc
Street, Burlington, and is one of I'd
leading architects in Northern New Ems
land.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
RIPToN.

Mrs. Eliza Race has sold her place to
j. Battell.
II. c. Powers is suffering from an at
tack of erysipelas in the face.
Rev. L. II. Bradford has consented to
preach Memorial sermon for the G.. A.
r. boys on the 23d inst. at the Methodist
church.
Our G. A. r. post will 90 to West
Salisbury on Saturday, the 10Th inst, to
assist in Memorial services and hold their
own on Monday, the 3lst inst, at .
o'clock a. IN.
a few days ago Kent Kirby while har-
rowing with a sprlng-tOothed harrow
was struck in the face by a tooth that
had been caught on an obstruction and
received a bad hurt.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
INTERNAL TUMOR REMOV
ED BY ELECTRICITY
WITHOUT PAIN.
SO Sick She Wished to Die,

Only one short month, but oh, what
change, all the world looks different I'd
me now. | was so sick, so very sick
that were it not for my husband and
family | should have prayed God to taxi
pity on me and welcomed death as
happy relief. For several years suffer-
er, gradually getting worse, at the timI
| first called on DR.. Sproule felt that ID
my case the utmost limit of human end
durance had been reached, and that
must soon give up entirely and take mi
bed, hopeless invalid, destined to dral
out life of suffering and misery. bud
den to myself and everybody belonging
to me. Now that is all changed. Oil
what relief; what a weight lifted Of
my mind. DR.. Sproule was my deliver
er. After only two electrical treatment
tumor was removed. Then all nv all
ments gradually disappeared as if bI
magic. Should any suffering lady wisl
to hear more of my case, | will be glal
to tell her if she calls at my home.
Mrs. FREELAN r. NELSON. |
Mrs. Nelson is a well-known and ed
Unable lady residing in Colchester vii
lage.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
A FEW SAMPLES OF
Dr.. SprOllG'S Cases
In Burlington.

Nobody looking at me could tell therl
was anything the matter. I did mol
show any appearance of sickness in IN
face, only my intimate friends knew
was ailing, but few can imagine nv sufI
ferings, which were gradually increas
ing for the past three years, brought orI
by too close application to nv studif 3
and desire to get as good an education
as was within my reach. The struO0ld
young man has to go through TO 9aI,I
an education by his own ungIded effort
was too much tor me. 1t left nv nerve
shattered, so | went to work and studied
up my case carefully, because I saw m n
powers of thinking and reasoning word
not so good as formerly, and nv slee1
was broken, and | got up in the morninJ
as tired as when | went TO he'd ObI
what a disagreeable sensation II is I'd
have nerves. [ went to Boston and CON
suited a leading specialist in nervon
diseases there, and took his perscriptionl
for six months at a big expense. hn
got no better. Then | sent statementI
of my case to other noted doctors and
took their medicines for a perIod of terI
months with the same discoura0inc rel
suit ] also took considerable medicind
and remedies that procured at hOme|
all to no purpose. and | began TO fee
thoroughly discouraged.
But DR.. Sproule came along and
went 10 Burlington to consnlt HIM
HIS treatment was a revelation. so differl
ent from any had ever had before IA
was agreeable, it was quick. il was henel
fetal. | felt its invigorating eftectl
right of. Each succeeding freatmer
put new life into me. My thinking now
ers were restored, my languor was goneI
my sleep refreshed. In nv opinioI
static electricity Is the most efficaciou
agent ever invented for Strengthening
weak nerves. Its application is so plea 81
ant soothing and strengthening. Knowl
lug what Dr.. SprOule could do | felt il
bounden duty to tell my friends and
acquaintance who were sick hat therd
was an opportunity to get well. ManJ
awaited themselves of this opportuuit5
with uniformly good result. Theil
gains in health have been truly remark
able. | have asked them nearly all how
they were getting along. and one and
all speak OF the doctor in the highes
possible terms. One lady that | anI
well acquainted with, who has been ai
ing Tor years, is now once more able I'd
De around. With two electrical tread
neDts Dr. Sproule removed an inl
ternal tumor for her as big as
walnut. Anybody who wishes to call
l VIII be glad to tell how much Dr.
Sproule has done for me, as | humble
the doctor among my best friends-or Il
any live at distance and wish TO write
will answer their letters.
PEARLIE \. GILMORE.
MIR. Gilmore is bright and ambition
young man residing at Essex Centre
lie took first place in the graduating ex
ercises of the class of 90 at the ESSEX
classical institute, and is now principal
OF Colchester Graded School.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
TO LET1

At the south end of Lake Dunmore, "A nice
place tor summer resort, having n good
house to accommodate boarders, "A good barn
for horses. picnic house and other buildings,
also boats. From the house Is one OF the hn'
est views on the lake. No liquors, strong
beer or cider can be sold on the place. No
Incorporate man or a man with large fam
lily need apply. Also to let for the season a
nice, new double cottage for one or two par
ties at the cold spring at the west side OF the
lake. The cottage is furnished with new bed.
steads, mattresses, chairs and tables.
Apply to COLUMBUS SMITH,
ID West Salisbury, Vt.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
WEST SALISBURY.

Frank G. Dyer returned Wednesday
from few days outing among the Adj
rondacks.
An unwelcome army of mosquitoes has
arrived in town. 1t is hoped that their
stay will be brief.
An excellent sermon was preached by
the pastor, Rev. NJ. j. Smith, last Sun
day. The mid-week prayer meeting will
be changed from Tuesday to Wednesday
evening in the future.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
WEST CORNWALL.

Mrs. Mary Moody, who has been i'll, is
much better.
Miss Athie Searle of Middlebury staid
over last Sunday at her home here.
Mrs. Ellen Forant of Burlington came
here Tuesday for visit among relatives.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Dimmock of Fer
risburgh have lately visited at Geo. Il.
Dlmmock's.
Apple and pear trees are filled with
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21

From Adj. Gen. Z. S. Peck of Yer
mont.-IIaving been troubled with a
weak knee for years; injured same bad
ly a few days ago which at once
caused me great suffering Made two
applications of Neurotic OIL and was
entirely relieved from pain, two more
and the swelling entirely gone. Hope
others may try the remedy and receive
like benefits, for surely there is virtue
in it. L. 5. Peck. % cents at all drug
OIstc
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
BuokLeN's ARNloA SALve.

The best salYe in the world tor cuts,
bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever
sores, letter, chapped hands, chilblains,
corns, and all skin eruptions, and posi-
lively cures piles, or no pay required.
1t is guaranteed to give perfect salts
faction or money refunded. Price %
cents per box. For sale by w. II. Shell
don
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
DeWitt'S Collie s. Cholera Cure
Pleasant, quick results, safe to use.
NOTICE.

We, the Undersigned give notice that the
Trout Rrook which runs through lands owned
and occupied by us is duly posted as the law
directs; that we have in the past depended
upon the honor OF the people to respect the
law, winch to some extent has been OF no
avail; and henceiorth and from this date we
caution all persons against fishing upon our
premises, as we SHALL regardless OF name or
distinction, surely prosecute the first offend
or caught, as in such cases made and provid-
ed by law.
CYRUS \. BUMP,
JULIUS +. KELSEY,
DAVID INGALLS,.
Salisbury, W.T. May 3, 1897. 10 .3w
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
WEST AnnIQON

Miss Julia Driscoll has gone to Bur-
lngton to work.
Mr.. and Mrs. H. l. Raine visited friends
In town Sunday.
NJ. f. Barnes is repairing his house and
putting new piazza around it.
Mrs. Ellen Barnes has returned from
visiting friends IN Pittsburgh, n. Y.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21

DR.. Sproule, B. A., Graduate DublI
University, Ireland, formerly surgeo
British Navy, specialist in diseases 4
the lungs, blood and nerves, stomach
liver, kidneys and bladder, male an
female weaknesses, skin eruptionI
catarrh, rheumatism, heart disease, ev
and ear troubles.
Ohices-Rooms 7, s and 8, over Cha,
Pease & Co.'S, Main st. Burlington.
CONSULTATION FREE.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21

bloom. There is no promise of plums.
but some of cherries.
The school did not close in No. 5, as it
was feared it might have to do, and is
running all right. The children who
have been III are better and there are no
new cases.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
FOR SALE OR RENT.

80 acres OF pasture land situated In the
northern part OF Bridport, Vt, well known as
the Hemenway lot. Never failing spring and
creek water, considerable wood. THIS Is one
OF the best pastures In Addison Co. Terms,
$500 per acre, part payment in cash. balance
on years tune at per cent. VIII rent for
elOO per year with privilege OF selling. For
further particulars address owner,
G. II. BURWELL,
1875 Brunson Ave,
Benton Harbor, Mich.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
WHlTINO.

Rev. c. f. Van Schaick Of Colgate
university will preach in the Whiting
Baptist church next Sunday morning
and evening.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
EAST MiDDLEsuRY.

b. G.. Peck has been appointed post
master here in place of j. A. Douglass,
removed.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
Keeping Rich

Is frequently harder than getting
rich. Many a man loses in three
months the accumulations of 80
years. This is why you should
insure.
The Rt. Rev. Bishop w. H. H.
Bissell of Burlington, VT, insured
his life, and after looking over the
contracts of several companies,
placed his insurance in the Mu-
tual Life Insurance Co. of N. Y,
with the following results;
Face of policy, $1,000 oC
Amount paid as a claim by
the Company, 344I oC
Total premiums paid o4I oc
A gain as interest of $a4oo Sc
G. L. GREERE, Special Agent
Brewsters Block. MiddIebuX w.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21
NEW HAVEN.

c. H. Conant has 62O pounds of milk
from Is cows.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1897-05-21

NOTICE.
The copartnership between the under.
signed IN the Middlebury REGISTER news.
paper and job printing business was dis.
solved by mutual consent ON the LIST day OF
April, 1896.
All accounts due the firm must be paid at
once. Remittances should be made direct to
the REGISTER office, whence proper receipts
will be sent.
JOSEPH BATTELL.
Il. Ii. THORP.
Mlddlebury, VT, April l, 1896.
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PEARLIE \. GILMORE.

Mr.. Gilmore is bright and ambitiou|
young man residing at Essex Centred
lie took first place in the graduating ex|
ercises of the class of 90 at the Esse,I
Classical institute, and is now principal
of Colchester Graded School.