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The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-12-03
CORINTH CORNER.

Miss Emma Fits is visiting at her
brothers J. g. Fits, this week.
Geo Ovitt is working for j. F. Mer-
rill.
Miss Viola Flower is quite sick with
tonsilitis, DIR. Corwin of Chelsea is at
tending her.
Mr.. Il Mrs. Chas. Heath, of Barre,
were here last Wednesday to attend the
funeral of their cousin, Miss Carrie
Fits.
Miss Carrie Fits died Tuesday, Nov
23d, after long and painful illness.
She leaves two brothers and two sisters
to mourn her loss. They have the
sympathy of all in their bereavement.
The community has lost a kind friend
and neighbor. The services We're con-
Quoted 10y Rev. G.. b. Drake of Yer
shire. Interment at Corinth Corner.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-12-03
WEST CORINTH.

A series of revival meetings have
been held every evening this week by
sisted by E Morrison and others.
Mrs. r. H. Williams has gone to East
RichfOrd to care for her sister in-law,
Mrs. J. j. Mckinney, who is quite sick
as a daughter was born in their home
Saturday Nov. 9th, but did not live
through the day.
BERTHE Virgins and family have re-
turned to their home in Vershire.
G. L. Spear has finished his job paint
ing the Center meeting house.
Geo. Butler has sold his personal
property and gone or going to Lowell,
Mass.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-12-03
State of Ohio, City of Toledo, &C
meas COuntV 90

Frank J. Cheney makes oath that he is
the senior partner of the firm F, j. Che
ney & Co., doing business in the City of
Toledo, County and State aforesaid, and
that said firm will pay the sum of One
Hundred Dollars for each and every case
of Catarrh that cannot be cured by the
use of Halls Catarrh Cure.
FRANK j. CHENEY.
Sworn to before me and subscribed in
my presence, this 9th day of December,
A. D. 1886.
SEAL A. " No GFV4 PaSiiic. n
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally
and acts directly on the blood and mu-
cous surfaces of the system. Send for
testimonials free. d
F. j. CHENEY & Co., Toledo.
Sold by druggists, price 75c. per bottle.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-12-03
The Greatest Discovery Yet

w. NJ. Repine, editor Tiskilwa, ILL.,,
"Chief" SAYS: "Ne won't keep house
without DR.. Kings New Discovery for
consumption, coughs and colds. Expert
mented with many others, but never got
the true remedy until we used DIR. Kings
New Discovery. No other remedy can
take its place in our home, as in it we
have certain and sure cure for coughs,
colds, whooping cough, etc. 1t is idle to
experiment with other remedies, even if
they are urged on you as just as good as
DIR. Kings New Discovery. They are not
as good. because this remedy has a record
of cures and besides Is guaranteed. 1t
never fails to satisfy. Trial bottles free
at l.. A. Wadleighs drug store.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-12-03
Much i'm Little

Is especially true of Hoods Pills, for no medi-
cine ever contained so great curative power in
so small space. They are a whole medicine
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-12-03

The Opinion and Boston Evening Record
one year $3.50. Subscribe now.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

Washington cannot fail to be gratified at
the evidence of energy displayed by the cit
liens of Hyattsville in their endeavor just
now taking shape to secure water and
sever system for that town. The capital
should be surrounded by up-to-date commu-
mites. whether they lie within the District
limits or beyond. The tendency of the times
is toward general municipal Improvements.
and it is good sign that the residents of
this prosperous suburb, most of whom are
employed in this city. have undertaken to
equip themselves with the means of pre-
serving health. Pure water is an absolute
necessity to any community. For a long
period during the early growth of a village
or even of a small city the nearest stream
is as a rule fit for use. but in time the
danger of pollution arises, the limits of
habitation widen and the community grows
out of the possibility of supplying itself
safely from the open water course near at
hand. Just SO in the case of sewers. In
deed, these two improvements go together.
Until they are accomplished the town or
city is incapable of material development
beyond certain narrow limitations except
at the risk of developing and spreading I'M
wholesome conditions
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

hence there is always a safe interval be-
tween cars. thus giving the ordinary traffic
chance to make progress unmenaced. OF
course Washington fortunately lacks those
obstructive features of a close concentra-
ton of commercial interests. the trucks
and other forms of hauling devices, that
contribute SO heavily to the congestion of
the streets of cities that are given over
more or less completely to manufacturing
and whOlesaling. Herein lies strong testi-
mony to the wisdom of the policy that has
made Washington strictly a capital. The
recent fire III London has brought forth
many instructive comments concerning the
difficulty of the flremen and engines in
reaching the scene of the conflagration. ow
ing to the crookedness and narrowness of
the streets and their choked condition.
Systematic street schemes. generous width
for the principal arteries. smooth pave
ments, well-reguated car lines, the avoid
ance Of Implications in the surface tracks
and the absence of obstructive trolley poles
all tend to create the most favorable street
conditions possible. Washington now asks
that the wires still remaining in the air
be taken down. and the streets will take on
the true character that BELTS the capital of
the greatest of nations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

Each possesses a large domain. directly in
the path Of civilization and progress. Each
has within his realm the potential factors
for gigantic fighting machine, but the
influence OF orientalism has in each case
operated to prevent its development to the
point of dependence. The sultan success
fully defended himself against his latest
enemy, bat that enemy was comparatively
a pigmy. Herein lies the main difference
between these two sick men," China's
case has now reached an acute stage and
the patient is very low, indeed. There
seems to be some sort Of consultation go
ing on among the German, Russian and
French physicians over the invalid and an
operation appears to be Inevitable. En-
glish specialists are tuning over the I'M
professional conduct of their continental
brethren, but England fumed over the
treatment of Greece and did nothing.
The question of the time is whether the
British ministry will act to prevent the
contamination of the plan to partition the
emperor's possessions. will content itself
with threats and final acceptance of
land-SOp.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
The Murder Novelties of 1897.

1t is difficult nowadays to supply the de-
mand among the Uiorbidly inclined for
novelties il the murder line Luetgert of
Chicago is responsible for much of that de-
mand this year. He is accused Of killing
his wife AMI of disposing of her body by
boiling 1t in caustic potash in a sausage
vat. This was horrible enough to have
satiated even the most depraved tastes for
long time to come. But soon came Mrs.
Mack and Martin Thorn with an exquisite!y
revolving murder. and the pace was kept
up for the time Before this case had died
out of the public memory to a wholesome
extent the crimes of Zanol the multi-wife
murderer, We're unearthed. That should
in all conscience have been enough for the
year but now come revelations that tend
to show that a New York bread-baker
ramed Doggett, who was supposed to have
been killed by accident some time ago. was
really murdered by being thrown into a
vat. where he was cut to pieces by revolv-
ing ives. The year now swiftly closing
has contributed far more than its share to
the horrors of crime and accident
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
Grade Crossings Are Going.

The Chicago common council has passed,
by an almost unanimous vote. an ordi-
nance to compel the Chicago and North
western railroad, and the Chicago, Mil
waukee and ST. Paul railroad companies
to raise twelve miles of their tracks in
that city, and the estimated cost will be
100000. Grade crossings are being out
lawed in most Of the big cities, and it is
only a question of time when they will be
outlawed everywhere. 1t is a hard pull upon
the resources Of the railroads to pay the
bills for all the fatal crossing accidents.
The Erie railway officials say that they
have paid more for such accidents in Port
Jervis than it would cost them to elevate
their tracks through the city. The num-
Der of fatal grade crossing accidents in
Binghamton at 5000 per capita would pre-
sent an array of figures somewhat alarm
ing. The city of Rochester has compelled
all the railroads going through the cor
poration to raise their tracks above grade,
and the city Of Buffalo has compelled or
Is compelling them to go either above Or
below grade.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
Another .sick Man" In Hospital.

The sultan has long been known as ''the
sex man of Europe" His possessions
have been danglcd before the eyes Of am
bilious monarchs for many years. and the
great partition" has been postponed from
season to season and from ministry to
ministry. until 1t has become a perennial
threat against the peace Of the continent.
Just now the sultan Is being temporarily
reiived of his awkward role. The EN-
peror of China has succeeded him as the
owner of certain territories that are dearly
coveted b. the rulers of Europe, and he is
now more pronouncediy a sick man"
than the sultan has been for some years
The two cases are strikingly analogous.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

General Blanco is now on view, so to
speak. as a statesman and financier. He
has not slipped ON his fighting jacket in
Cuba as yet. Later he may undertake
what has been described the compare
lively easy job of riding out into the hills
and gobbling up the few small bands
prowling around there. But what are his
qualities as handler of spot cash?
This question is an interesting one be-
cause from the outset the charge has been
made that Spain was getting nothing for
her money. General Weyler and his favor
tiles were accused of corruption. 1t was de-
clared that he did not desire the war
brought to All end: that he was realizing
handsomely as from an Investment: that
he was piling up an immense private for
tune. Certain it is that he left Cuba with
matters both financial and commercial
completely demoralized. The currency had
rext to no value, and stagnation in business
everywhere prevailed. The pay of the SOL
diers was months behind, and the condition
of the reconcentrados appalling beyond de-
scription. And yet millions of treasure had
been sent to the island.
General Blanco inherited this very diff
cult situation. and what is his first i'm
rortant move? Not to bring the pay of the
Sctuicis up ~ udttp loT lueS are sui OUT Or
pocket: not to provide for feeding the
starving, for. despite the proclamation to
that end. Mr. Peppers letters to The Star
show that the starving are not being fed,
but are still in want, and that hundreds of
helpless people are dying from lack of food.
General Blanco sits astride corruption
fund-the amount of which is not stated
and enters upon a systematic campaign of
bribery He decides to try to buy off the
insurgents, probably appraising them at
so much the head for privates. and lump
sums of good proportions for the leaders.
Money which ought to so into channels of
heed and humanity he decides to employ
in channels of debauchery. The Spanish
soldier may go without his pay, the help
less reconcentrado to his grave for lack
of food, but an insurgent chief with a ma
chete in his hand. who is willing to sell
his cause. can have his pockets lined with
Spanish cash.
General Blanco is not on the road to
success. The statesman or the soldier
whose policy is socketed in corruption
plays losing game.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
British View of the British Army.

Let us get rid of our little superstitions
and our borrowings from alien systems.
which have worked much mischief.
The key of all continental systems is con-
scriptio,l from which follow citizen army,
short service, ample reserves and SO forth.
We have not got conscription and are not
likely to get it, consequently 1t is absurd
to aim at reproducing its logical results.
Both the sentiment of the nation and the
conditions of the empire compel us to have
a professional army, if We have an efficient
army at all. The essence of reform, be the
scheme what it may, Is to recognize that,
if we want an efficient army, we must make
1t a profession and a career for the private
soldier as well as for the officer. We must,
it is true compete in the labor market but
We shall never know what that market will
yield, or on what easy monetary terms,
until we regulate the other matters which
even more than pay go to satisfy mems
aspirations and make them proud OF their
profession.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
subway Annoyances Improbable Her

Boston has been congratulating herself
during the past few weeks upon the open
ing of a portion OF the underground street
railway system that is designed to relieve
the streets of much of the congestion that
formerly made them dangerous and incon-
yenient The subway project is an ambi-
tious undertaking. and ii is to be expected
that in time IL will solve most of the prob
lens that confront the citizens of the Hub
in the matter Of transportation. But expe-
rience to date with the sections OF the sub
way already completed is not unmixed
pleasure. II is found that the moisture
has a marked tendency to collect on the
walls of the tunnels. condensng in the
cool atmosphere of that subterranean re-
gion, and at the stations the waiting pas
sengers are regularly treated to shower
baths even when the sun Is shining bright
ly on the world above. This annoyance is
creating some disturbance in the classic
community. for the Bostonians do not rel
ish excessive dampness. and are seeking
some method whereby the moisture NAV he
prevented from forming. Washington is
prone to congratulate itself on the absence
of any necessity for subterranean transit
such as exists in the crowded cities of the
north. where proper attention has not been
streets. and where the trolley cars have
been permitted to run helter-skelter
through the thoroughfares without regard
for the unities or the real necessities
Boston's main trouble arises from the fact
that the car lines have been allowed to
duplicate themselves. many different routes
converging upon certain trunk lines in the
heart of the city. This has caused the
crowding of the tracks and the streets
until some such scheme as the subway Is
absolutely needed. In this city there Is
little or no duplicate use of the tracks, and
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
The Proper Time.

Sanity knows his business. He waits till
wintuh's here
Ter load his sled wifi presents an ter hah-
ness up de deer.
Travels mighty heavy an de air is terrible
keen,
But de weathuh OATS too hahd fob Mistuh
Sanity atm been seen.
Mos folks in his place, 'ud staht out early
in July
When de scent is on de roses an de stahs
is in de sky.
But Sanity knows his business an he waits
aroun until
We doesn' go ba'-footed, but has stockin' S
fob ter fill.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
Silk Dress Patterns
For Presents,

A sensible and pleasure giving
Xmas gift is pattern of silk for
dress, skirt, waist or Russian blouse.
Well cut any length desired and put
in neat box if you wish.
At the present time the assortment
of Silks contains many superb fab
RIGS at smaller cost than ever. We
name few of the leading weaves to
select from:
Moire Renaissance. Moire Imperial, Moire Re-
naissance Barre Moire Imperial Faconne Ben-
gaine. Sicilienne. Cotele Barre. Taffetas Barre.
Satin Duchesse, Gros de Iondrcs Broche. Tafetas
Glaze Taffetas Plaid, Satin BrOcade. Arnurc I'm
perial. Satin Liberty. Roman Stripes. Crepe de
Chine Satin Chiffon, Louisine. Tafetas Broche
Barre, Peau de Sole Broche dor, Moire Barre,
etc
First Goor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
The German Soldiers Supper.


One little item Of the German budget has
been almost overlooked owing to the ex-
element aroused by the naval program. It
consists of an addition of II, 900, 600 of
marks to the army estimates for the plifk
pose of providing the German Tommy At
kins with hot supper. At present he
has one hot meal a day, namely, his din
raised some years ago Gen. Bronsart Won
Schellendorf, then minister of war. said in
the reichstag, 1.-The soldiers supper does
not concern this house: the cook maids OF
Germany have always taken 1t upon .nem-
selves"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
There is Always Opposition.
From tie Chicago Tribune.

There have been opponents of every
proposition for the annexation of territory
from the days of Thomas Jefferson down;
but who would now dare to ask that these
acts be undone? On the contrary. they
have been invariably indicated by sub
scQuent events from national point Of
view. And SO will 1t be in the case Of Ha-
wall, even more promptly and emphatically
than in those which have preceded 1t. Only
those who obstruct or defeat this measure
OF national prosperity and safety will have
occasion to apologize for or excuse their
course in the future.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

''NFhai

What are you going give our son fol-
ChristmasH inquired the lady whose use
of language is sometimes careless.
1 don't know yet" replied her husband
There's no use of worrying about trouble
TILL it comes, I'll wait till the day afte,
Christmas and ask the DOCTOR"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
SHOOTING STARS.
A Chilling Compnr ison

Let US try to remember said the jovial
citizen for the sake Of holiday festivity.
that Christmas comes but once a year.
Yes replied tine ecetic acquaintance;
and for the same purpose let us try to
forget that the bill collector comes several
times month"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

Inc price of most things that we need
they've increased
AS much and as oft as they dared
But let us be glad. For the present at least,
The mistletoe market is spared.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

The United States has no bull fights
Ior other forms OF national contest But
when 1t puts two ner of money and deter
mination against each other IN the Chicago
board Of trade IT develops a form of con-
test that is exciting and terrific, even
though blOodleas.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

Socrates was very patient with his
WIFE" remarked one man.
WELL was the reply. "he ought to have
been. She may have had her faults. blu,
history doesn't indicate that she took him
shopping with her. or wrote her name
Xantippie"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

1t is not likely that Mr.. Plat is disturbed
over the fact that he is opposed by IL
senator's. This Is material age, when
few people attach undue Importance to
any number which has not dollar mark
in front of it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

Some cigarette girls in New York object
to being under the orders of a dudsh
young man who parts his hair in the mid
die. The remedy is In their own hands
If they want to extermnate that style of
young man they can stop making cigar
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
Special Sale
OF MedallionS.

We place on sale today 1000
Medallions, including such popular
and desirable subjects as 'St. &C.
celia" Psyche at Natures Mirror"
Ruth" Queen Louise" "Boden-
hausen's Madonna" Romance"
Spring" Listening to the Birds"
etc, etc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

The stage is not SO badly off as many
have been led to believe. no manager has
announced that he is having a play writ
ten to show the public how the actor now
on trial beat his wife.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

Luetsert will have to wait until the jury
decides on his case before assuming an
attitude of superior righteousness in order
to rebuke his son for forgery.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

The people who view the tendency of
capital to amalgamate it's interests can
find nothing to complain of in the rela-
tionship of Mr.. Armour and Mr.. Letter.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

After his experience with the dynamite
Internal machine sent to his Official quar-
tiers. Consul General Lee Will probably
welcome even his Christmas box Of good
old Virginia eatables and 0rinkables with
shivers Of apprehension.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

1t is not known whether the Virginia
legislature expects to be more potent in
supervising people who fiirt than it has
previously been with the gamblers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

General Weyler makes it clear that he is
going to he even harder to pacify than a
Cuban province.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

The manner in which the opposition to
MIR. Hanra ''crystallizes and then melts
is a reminder of District of Columbia
snow storm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

1t looks as If Mrs. Mack and Martin
Thorn had about exhausted their confes
sion repertoire.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
Why He Hesitated,

Il am thinking of rendering my resigna-
tion," remarked one official
Il envy you," was the reply. II wish
dared"
why. it's a free country"
fes-but mine would, as likely as not, be
accepted
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
Special Price, 19c. Each.

As a special inducement for Sunday school
teachers and others who desire TO purchase these
I'm quantities for Xmas gifts, shall sell them
In dozen lots at $40 a dozen.
Picture Dept.-Fcuith floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21

DIn order to avoid delays, on ac-
count of personal absence, letters tn
THE STAR should not he addressed
to any individual connected with the
Office, but rimply to THE; STAR, or to
the Editorial OF business DEPART
rents. according to tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
Silk PetticOats
For HOLIDAY Gifts.

We are showing a splendid assort-
ment of the rustling sort, in the most
fashionable cut, with wide, full
flounces that throw out the skirts OF
the gowns. giving just the proper
fullness. Three special values follow
womens Changeable and Striped Taffeta SIN
Petticoats, Pinch founce. heavy cords. made
strong by sateen facing. bound with velvet, French
back.
SAYS. Usually $3.50.
Women's Changeable and Striped Taneta six
Petticoats. umbrella style. corded ruf1e; some
with dust ruile. others bound with velvet.
$3.50. Usually $3.50.
Women's Changeable Tafeta Silk Petticoats, In
all the latest shades, 15-inch umbrella dounce,
Dut on with q pun and heading. 9 corded rufiies.
protected by dust founce stincned with feather
bone, French back.
5000. Usually $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-21
The New Belmlar
Suit Hanger.

We offer the new Belmar Skirt,
Trousers and Coat Hanger, which is
the most perfect hanger yet pro-
duced. Simple in use and saves
closet space. Equally useful to men
and women. Holds skirt and waist
at the same time. Keeps your clothes
in proper form. A sensible and use"
full Xmas gift.
Only 25c. each.
Fifth floor.