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The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
"a HORSE! A HORSE MY KINGDOM
FOR HORSEp'

FOH a 7OHoe
This is what King Richard th,
third said when sorely pressed upoI
the field of battle and his gallan
charger slain, as told by the grea
dramatist, Shakespear. "History'
It's said, "repeats ITSELF" How tru,
in this case the reader may judge.
In the goodly town of Weston re
sides a son of Esculapius, which
means, in the common vulgar par
lance, a pill singer, who devotes biz
time to keeping the physical condi
ton of his townspeople straight as {
gun, but who, for his own hear
troubles, which are of much magni
tude, trusts not to man but finds re.
lief at the hands of fair daughter OF
South Londonderry.
Now last Saturday he suffered 9
severe attack and, like wise man,
sped him, with the wings of noble
horse, to the home of the cardiac
healer or divine inauguration of the
heart. Arriving safely and after see
ing that his horse was properly
stabbed treatment was begun at once,
but such was the severity of the case
that it was not until four o'clock Sun
day morning that the refractory Or
gan beat with that smoothness that a
well regulated heart should. Then
for the patients at home He hied
him to the stable and 10 !! the gallant
steed was gone-stolen or spirited
away. All Didn't the early morn.
ing echoes tell 1t to the mountains !:
"My practice for horse !''
Well, through the good offices of
one of our stage drivers; who does
something in the livery line, the Es-
culapian got home in time for morn
ing prayers, and it is to be hoped
none of his patients suffered from his
brief absence.
In the mean time friends in So.
Londonderry set to work, with the
aid Of local detective, to find the
horse and ferrit out the perpetrators
of the wicked trick. "Ah ! Then
there was hurrying to and fro" The
Sabbath was terribly wrenched by
parties parading up and down our
streets looking for "a dog that stole
some meat" The first find was a
bottle of leather dressing. This, at
first, was thought to be a valuable
clue but it failed. 1t could not be
traced to the right parties, and then
everybody said that it was a matter
of wise forethought, these muddy
times, for man to take along some
shoe dressing when he went ''spark-
ing"
The horse was at last found com.
fortably quartered in the Cheese Fac.
tory stables and it will probably for
ever remain mystery as to what
kind of dog ''stole the meat"
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
PENSIONS.

Now is the time to apply for pension.
as the rulings are more liberal and les.
evidence required. Write your case an,
blanks will be promptly forwarded.
No fees unless,'successful.
JOHN HUNT, pension attorney.
Brattleboro, VT, late Capt. Co. E
llth VT, vol.
Referenccs-Hon. j. M. Tyler, Col. H
f. Taylor. r. E. Gordon, Brattleboro
Hon. J. H. Merrifield, Newfane, Hon
o. r. Garfield, Townshend, ]. C. Rob
inson, Jamaica, D. B. Goddard S. Lon
donderry, Hon. Hugh Henry, Chester.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
Church Calendar.

BAPTIST CHURCH, REV, N. A. WOOD, Pas
tor. Regular Sunday services, TO- AS, a. M; Sab
bath School ., m; Y. P. s. c. E., p. m.
Mid.week service every Wednesday evening at
so. Sunday School Lesson class, at the par
sonage, every Saturday evening at I 80.
METHODIST CHURCH, REV. II. r. FORREST,
Pastor-Regular Sabbath services at 10 ~ a. m !.
aud 100 D. m. Sabbath School Immediately after
the morning service. Epworth League meets
at the vestry every Tuesday evening at 1:3o.
Glass meeting, at vestry, every Thursday eve
al, or
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
E. F. Phillips
Carriage and Sleigh. Painter

Having rented rooms until March lst,
in Whitney's store building, Peru Viii
lage. am prepared to do all kinds of
work In the line of Painting, Trimming
and Upholstering. also General Repair.
ing at low prices.
l have few Sleishs which 1 can sell
at Bargain Price. Call on or address
+. +. PHILLIPS, Peru, Vt.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
See Second Page for Editorial Matter.
LOCAL MELANGE.
Picked Up, Dished Up and Made Palata
BILE for Sitter Readers.

The past week has been one of rain, !,
snow and slush.
George Dudley is at home, hav-
ing finished the term of school at
Springfield.
Our old townsman, Clarence Pea
body, now of Chester, has gone to
Kansas where he is to be married to
Miss Hattie Dean, formerly of Graf
ton. Congratulations.
S. M. Holden has sold the P. H.
Robbins farm, known as the Walker
place, partly in Londonderry and
partly in Jamaica, to A. Il. Holden.
Christmas exercises and the dis
play of tree will be held at the town
hal! Friday evening, the oath. All
are invited.
The funeral of F. W. Williams oc-
Cured on Sunday. Rev. N. A.
Wood officiated and the Odd Fellows
attended in body. The remains
were taken Monday to New Haven,
Conn, for interment.
Mrs. Laura Cummings of Fitchburg,
Mass, is helping to care for her sister,
Mrs. James Pierce, whose health is
very poor.
Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur Bowers who
moved from this place to Fitchburg,
Mass, last spring, buried their young
est child, aged Is months, last week.
Fra k Pierce, brother of Mrs. Bow
ers, attended the funeral.
Two big spring pigs have recently
been butchered by two of our citizens
The first by O S. Stuart weighing
406 and the second by Harvey Pierce
weighing 4l5 The latter was about
10 days Or two weeks the older.
This taken into consideration would
leave the two about evenly matched
We publish on second page an Offer
of Il watch for twD dollars. That we
may not be accused of Publishing an,
thing fraudulent we Will say that the of
| fer is genuine and the watch a ma look
| ing time keeper which anyone can verify
by calling at this office where one of then
can be seen.
Henry W. Stoddard. an aged gentle
man whose home is in Cambridge, Mass
but who for the past year has been board
ing with L. T. Landman, and had becom
a familiar figure about the store. suffere,
a partial stroke of paralysis few day
ago.
The Messrs. Landmans make their usu
al fine display of Christmas goods. devo
ting an entire room to that purpose. Ev
| cly 1hihS 10 picboHy dITdDStu anu HIS
fairy look worth going miles to see. N
finer stock of goods in this line can b
found in southern Vermont, without e,
ceptlon. Go and see.
| A little bit of excitement occurre
at the head of Main street yesterda
morning. The Goddard deliver
horse and wagon was standing at th
store and while the driver was in til
store c. E. Livermore drove up bt
hind it and left his horse to go in an
J had just come out when an OK driv,
frightened the horse which started U
locking wheels with the delivery, til
! ped it over and threw the horse a
tached. Livermore's ran down sire
} short distance and was stoppe
No great damage was done.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

A Pocket Book was found between S.
Londonderry village and Glebe View and
left at C. V. Bryants, Wmhall Hollow.
Owner can have it by calling for same,
proving property and paying for this ad-
veltI>ementl
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
HOW TO MAKE MONEY! !!

If you are out of employment and want
position. paying you from $50 to $Too month
" clear above expenses by working regularly
or, if you want 10 increase youf present IN
come from $500 to $500 yearly, by working
at odd times, write the GLOBE CO., 1873
Chestnut St, Phila, Pa, stating age, wheth-
er married or single, last or present employ
ment, and you can secure position with
them by which you make more money
easier and taste, than you ever made before
nj your life.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
Tickling,

or hoarsness of the throat may mean lit
tie or much, buI grave things have small
beginnings. Efforts to clear the throat
only make bad matter worse-increase
the irritation. Carpenters Grip Syrup is
made to cure throat troubles at the right
time-in the start. We believe in it
thoroughly. II is Warranted TO
Cure. Ii it fails your money back.
Ask for it, it belongs to you. Sold by
all druggists at 20 cents, and by
G. G. Smith, S. Londonderry,
C. Z. Bacon, Londonderry,
F. E. Smith, Jamaica,
H. L. Gould, Windham,
]. H. Thipple, Manchester Center,
j. N. Hard, Manchester,
f, z. Blodgett, Weston.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

We wish through the medium of the
pen to express our heartfelt thanks to our
neighbors and friends, who so kindly as
sisted us in this hour of our affection in
the death and burial of our dear husband
and brother, also to the singers and to
the order to which the departed was
member.
Mrs. Anna Williams,
Mr.. and Mrs. Sardine G. Williams,
Grace Williams.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
Try Aliens FOOt-Ease,

A powder to BE- shaken into the shoes.
At this season your feet feel swollen and
hot, and get tired easily. If you have
smariing feet or tight shoes. try Aliens
Foot Ease. 1t cools the feet and makes
walking easy. Cures and prevents swol-
len and sweating feet, blisters and cal
lous spots. Relieves corns and bunions
of all pain and gives rest and comfort.
Try it to-day, Sold by ali druggists and
shoe stores for Csc. Trial package
FREE. Address, Allen S. Olmstcd, Ii
Row N Y
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

SSS~ For SALE or to rent-The Lon
donderry Hotrl, a desirable chance for
one wishing run hotel. Inquire of
F. E. Davis or A. A. Curtis, London
derry or c. H. Bowker, Hulyoke, Mass.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

NoTlCE-I have taket the old Hayward
blacksth shop at N. Londonderry vii
lage and am now ready to do all kinds of
work in that line, also wood work.
MoREIS DERoSIE3.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
Business Mention.
--:O:-

Business notices inserted under this head fol
one cent word. Nothing inserted for less than
25 cents.
If you have anything to sell or wish to buy
anything here is a chance TO make your wants
widely known at trfling cost.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

Notice to tax delnquents-The delin.
quent tax list of 1897 is now in my hands
for collection and it is much desired that
they be paid before Jan. LIST, 1898.
II. A. DUDLEY, Col.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
Collaboration.

Young Doctor ION visiD-Are there
many doctors in this town, sonny?
Bootblack-You'd t'ink so IL you
knew how many undertakers dere wuz
here.-Judge
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
The Other side.

He-It seems TO IRE that bashful
lover is about the most pitiful object In
the world.
She-How about the girl?-Chicago
Journal
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
DeWitt's Collie 6 Cholera Cure.
Quickly cures Oyssntery and Oiarrhea.
ANDOvER.

/ desire to correct nv error in the obit.
uary notice of Mr.. Abner Feltt, which
appeared your in issue of the 10th. By 8
slip of the pen the Figures were writer
1886 inst ad of 1866. Mr.. Feltt's faith
full and continuous service as Postmaster
for over thirty-one years deserves specia
mention and recognition.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
'IIIE
TIIE
Londonderry Sitter.
So. Londonderry, Vermont.
MrAddress all communications, sign
ed by your proper name, to
The Sitter, So, Londonderry, VT.
Railroad-Central Vermont.

New London Northern Divislon.l
Trains depart from and arrive at So. London
derry every day, except Sundays, as follows:
Leave Arrive
Mall 8 80, a. m. 7:do, p. m
Mixed l2l5, d. m. II 10, a. M
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
POSt-Omce.

Mails arrive at So. Londonderry every eve
ming, Sundays excepted, by stage from chester
and Manchester at As; by rail DAD at ] :55.
Mails close, every mOraing, Sundays excepted
by II ain at Jas; by stage at I 90.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

Doctor-Mr. Enpeck. fear your
wife's mind is gone.
MIR. Erpeck-That doesn't surprise
me. She has been giving me piece OF Il
every day for ten years.-UP-to-Date.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

l will be at The photograph rooms un-
my business here.
H. W. RICH
So. Londonderry.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

&S~ For Sale A Heavy Express
Wagon, nearly new. Cheap for Cash.
G. w. HARRIS, Landgrove, VT.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

rs- Entered at the Postofice at So London
derry as second class matter.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

The Christmas number of the A.
merican Home journal, published by
the American Musical association an.
nounces the publication, in sheet
form, of ''rhe Lass O'Loch Earn,
written and composed by j: B. ST.
monds of this village. We also learn
that this association is trying to con-
tract with Mr.. Simonds for all he can
produce in that line, fact that at
tests his fine musical talent.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
III LONDONDERRY, FRIDAY MORNING. DECEMBER ~ 1897
SIETER SNAP SHOTS.

The boy who is like his father is
sure to have lots of trouble with the
old gent.
A reformed tobacco chewer never
gets tired telling how nasty the prac-
tice is.
When d man shakes hands with an
undertaken it is no sign that he wish
es him business prosperity..i lsssE
1t is a good plan to be prepared
for an emergency but we have no
ticed that !. never comes when we are
ready.
Don't think that every dog you see
steals meat.
Because you find bottle of har
ness dressing is no reason that it be-
longs to horse thief. 1t may have
come from some doctors medicine
chest.
The man who is not interested in
our hobbies don't amount to much.
It's pretty tough to be obliged to
listen to long story about somebody
that we don't care a continental
about.
Lack OF room obliges some people
to keep only one thing on their mind
at time.
Because woman is poor house,
keeper is no sign that she wouldn't
be just splendid to hug.
When you see man shaking
hands with himself you may be sure
it's boy or twins.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
Your
Attention
For a I1onent,
Please.

Through the month of Septem Der,
specially during our County Fair, we
will make special prices on
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
Convincing Proof.

ConvfncInE Proof.
Cuizzer-Do you believe in heredity :.
Oldboy-Sure thing! There's m,
grandson, for example. Ile's In low
with the same soubrette adored whes
was his age.-N. !. Jouraal.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17
DEATHS.

In Londonderry, Dec. 9th, Freeman
Williams, aged 60 years, 9 months, II
days.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1897-12-17

DeWitt's Little Early Risers,
The famous little pills.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1897-03-20

We are still having winter Il SHOWS
every day and night. Last night WAS
one Of the coolest nights we have had
this winter the thermometer registered
three degrees below zero the morning II
the 18th.
The mail carrier reports the snow
twelve feet deep on the Tripod summit
Jessie Perkins who had his shoulder
hnrt by his horse falling on him has
gone to Boise City to consult doctor.
Feed for stock is getting very scarce
aud cattle men are beginning to get un-
easy as there is no hay to be bought in
the valley and no chance to turn stock
in the hills.
Mr.. Hagler closed his term Of school
at Ola Yesterday. He VIII spend few
davs visiting among his friends before
leaving for his home in Boise
Messrs Balieniyne. Bruce and Ho'-
brook have their sheep in the sand hills
but report the feed very scarce owing to
the heavy snow.
InaUO
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1897-03-20
OBITUARY.

Jacob c. Klingback died at his resi-
dence. near this place. on Monday even
lug March Is 1897. Of old age and g,ner-
al debility, aged about 81 years and six
months.
Deceased WAS native Of Denmark
and came To America in 1858 settling
first in Utah. In 1865 he came. with
his family. to Idaho ana has since been
resident Of the Payeite valley. a
widow aud two sons. Frank and Warren
Klingback. survive him. The funeral
occurred on Wednesday. TIE l7th. inst.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1897-03-20

Prof. II. b Baker. Of this place.
will commence term of school at Pearl
next week. The people Of that Ell e.
prising camp have completed con,-
modious school building aud established
a new district They are to be compile
menied on their wise choice in securing
"A teacher for the initial term a. MI
Baker is well known AS successful in
siruclor having been engaged in edu-
cational work in tins section for num-
Der OF wears. He is The holder of a state
diploma and has been universally sue
cessful.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1897-03-20
Notice Of Asssssmsns

The Enterprise Ditch Co, Principal place Of
business aikS Stofe. Canyon Ouuty 4uaho.
Notice il hereby given that az meeting OF the
directors of the enterprise Ditch company held
on the 9th day OF March Is.7. assessment
was levied on the whole OF the capital stock OF
said company. OF three dollars lf3 OOl per share
TO be paid In labor or money and also fifteen
dollars (.l5l per share IN excess OF the above
three dollars l;3 ool per share on all OF the un-
paid capital stock OF said company, SAID fftee n
collars fs5l OF unpaid stock 10 be paid In labor
or money. said uSSeSsnent~ shall be due ON the
2th day Of April 1877 ant shall become deln-
Qucnt on that day. said assessments n rald IN
labC hail be done under the directions of The
board OF directors of said company. II paid IN
cnsh shall be paid TO the treasurer OF said C M
pany at his oflcc. All stock up, which said
assessment remains unpaid on the ~ day OF
April. i-7 will be ad geiti,e To- sale at public
suCtis n and unless paymc.t Is male b iore VIII
he sols IN the 5th day OF May isSs u pay the de-
linqucnt assessment thereon. together with cost
OF Advertising ana expenses OF sale.
fuSoS nISHrp.
>-t.r'I.lIN.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1897-03-20
A RELIC OF EY00TE DAYS.

Boise G.. Riggs called at this Office the
other day and showed us an interesting
relic of by gone daNs in the shape of
copy OF the Idaho Statesman of the date
Of September IL. 1869. The paper was
then published triyeekly aud was
rather small affair as compared with
the Statesman Of the present time, being
five column folio about two-thirds the
size of the INDEX. Jas. 5. Reynolds was
editor and tn, subscription price Of the
tri-weeklv was only $500 year and
the weekly $500. a glance through the
advertising columns ns-which were very
well patronized in those davs-shcw how
ever that the price Of other things were
in proportion 10 the price OF newspapers.
As an example, the Fashion Restaurant
announces that the price Of board has
been reduced to $1,000 per week or 75
cents by the single meal. while II. b.
Vaughan announces that he has reduced
the price Of lumber at his yard TO $40
per NJ. $50 that farmers can afford TO
make improvements"
But few Of the old timers OF that day
remain in business in the Capitol CITY al
the present time. David Falk Il Bros.
and John Lemp being the most conspic-
uous among the advertisers # 90 who
are still in business.
Speaking OF the then recently discover
ed Loon Creek ''diggins" the paper saws
during the last two davs We have
conversed with several persons returned
from the Loon Greek diggings and there
is but one opinion expressed in regard
to them and that is that they are one 0l
richest. II not the richest. ever struck IL
the territory or anywhere else. that i
will take some lime to get u large mum
ber Of claims opsn, but when they ge
fairly at work the yield will be mos
astonishing
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1897-03-20
BATTLE OF THE puos.
Lanky Bob Lieks Gentlemen jim In the Four
teenth Round-corbett Sheds Tears.

The prizrfght came of at Carson on
Wednesday AS per published schedule
and the result is that James Corbetts
star has set IN gloom and Robert Fitx-
simmons il now the acknow ledped
champion of the world in the hstic
arena. The fight lasted IA rounds and
up TO the last round Jim had the b-tter
OF the fighting. He proved himself to
be the most clever boxer all the way
through and seemed able TO hit his OPP
ponent almost when and where he pleas.
ed. He began To tire however In the
eighth round and his blows seemed Ia
lack force. Fitz seemed able to stand
more punishment than Jim and his en-
durance was greater. The decisive bluw
round and landed right under Jim =
heart. Jim's hands fell to his sides, his
eyes closed and as he lel the lork of
agony on his face was something terri
bic TO behold. He tried to rise but could
not and was counted out by the referer.
After Corbett regained his feet he made
rush at the victor and Bob's wife. whu
was at the ringside through it all, juml-
ed The ropes and endeavored to reach
Corbett declaring she would kill him.
After the defeated champion was MS.
sisted TO his dressing room. he broke
down and wept bitterly and was ably
seconded in his lamentations by his
trainers and seconds who sobbed like
school boys.
Much interest was manifested In En-.
melt over the 6ght and purse was
raised here to secure the transmission
Of the dispatches vi 4. the telephone wire
from Caldwell and most Of the male 20, .
ulation OF the town was On haids Ia
hear the news as it came by rUuLd 4,
right from the ringslde AT Carson.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1897-03-20
pAyE1rs GETS THE ROAD.
From Boise Statesman.

From Boise Statesman.
The news reached Boise last evening
that tie Seven Devils road will start
from Payette. 1t appears that the citi-
zens Of the successful place have made
a herculean effort and have carried of
the prize. They have subscribed some
thing like half Of all the unoccupied
lots as bonus; some 500 acres Of out
side land (about 1000 acres In ally and
$40. 900 10 cash. The deal was closed
yesterday and the surveyors will be at
work at Payetie TODAY. The railroad
men will De here today vr tomorrow
10 sign the final contracts with the citi-
zens. Moreover a contract has been let
for the construction OF the first -
miles Of the road The sub-coniractors
are Wilkerson & Keagh OF Salt Lake.
They are to begin work within 10 DAYS.
M. Wilkerson left for Salt Lake yester-
day to ship his outfit. The IS miles OF
road is to be completed in six months.
The line from Payette will be three and
one-half miles farther than il It had
started from Weiser. The road will
leave the Snake about the Washington
county line and strike the Wriser river
Just at the lower end Of the CANYON.
Weiser lost the road because of fail
ure to secure the 40 per cent of land
promised. The town is most unforiu-
nate MS it was non-residents who stood
in the way. The owners of the town
site failed to respond and the whole
thing went by the board after some six
weeks negotiation. 1t was the peculiar
brand Of enterprise that prevails here in
Boise that lost the road TO Weiser.z
The railroad people have given John
Condrou four lots on which 10 erect a
hotel and he will at once proceed to put
up building.
Mr.. CondrUn will be interested in
some Of the work on the line aud vii
make his headquarters at Payetie. He
will close his place here, at once. and re-
move TO the scene Of his future opera
uons.'
isThis paragraph applies to other towns
In Idaho than Boise and Weises. How a5out
Emmetts Ed INDEx.