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The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
Services in New York.

New York, June 2O.-At all the Epis-
copal churches in the city special notice
was taken today of the queens jubilee
Most all of the officiating clergymen
made some reference to the event in
their sermons and in addition a special
prayer was read as appointed by Episco-
pal direction. There was special Vic
torian service at the church of the Holy
Comforter. which was attended by many
seamcn from ships in the harbor. AT
st. Andrews Methodist Episcopal church
the preacher paid Il tribute to Queen
Victoria
The new Victoria memorial window in
the church of st. John the Evangelist
was unveiled with appropriate services
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
SANTA FEE INTERESTS.
Receivers Appointed for the Prop
erty in Judge Bryant's
,yurisdfctiOu

Paris, Tex, June 21.-(Special.)-A de-
cree was issued in the circuit court of
the United States for the Eastern dis
ant, judge of the United States district
court here tonight, appointing Aldace +.
Walker and John j. McCoOk receivers
of all remaining property, effects, claims.
book accounts and all other assets of
the, Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe
Railroad company in the jurisdiction of
the court named. The decree was issued
on petition of the Union Trust COM
pany of New York. complainant.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
Three Killed in n Wreck.

Waverly. Tex, June 21.-(Special.) I'm
a head-end collision between Interna-
tional and Great Northern freight train
No. 40 and southbound passenger No. II.
which occurred five miles north of here
at ii 40 this morning, three persons were
killed instantly. The killed are:
Freeman Utley. colored.
William McGar. colOred
Richard Johnson. white.
Several others We're slightly injured.
When the wreck can be removed they ex-
pect to find another man killed Both en-
gines and five freight cars and ore mail
car were completely demolished.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
London Streets ThronGed.

London. June 2O.-All day the streets of
London have been crowded, and there has
been an incessant traffic of country people
in all sorts of conveyances along the pro-
cession route. The decorators are busy on
the stands. where they will work all night.
This evening the streets along which the
procession will go are impossible. and the
crowds are very noisy.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24

while in impressive unison came the
amen" following the priests words:
Let her reign be long and prosperous,
and crown her with Immortality in the life
to come"
Holy communion was celebrated and the
sermon was preached by the lord bishop of
London who touched upon many of the
events in the reign Of Victoria, and clo-
uucntly cXtollcd her piety. charity and
mnthcrlY love for her nrOple.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
Sullivan Goes into Training.

Boston, June 21.-John L. Sullivan will
leave tomorrow for White Plains. N. Y,
where he is to go into training for the
summer under William MuldOon. The
prospect of a meeting between him and
Fitzsimmons is growing more favorable
every day.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
Prayed for Queen Victoria,

FL Paso, Tex. June 21.-(Special.) y
Episcopal circles here were startled by
the rector of st. Clements church praying
for Queen Victoria, the prayer being
taken from the English prayer book.
Special dispensation was secured from
Bishop kendrick for this innovation
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
Killed by the Cars.

FL PaSo,. Tex. June 2l.-(Special.l y
Track Foreman W. y. Merritt "t the
CorralitoS road slipped and fell under, an
engine in the Casa Grande yard while
boarding the engine. His right leg was
crushed and he was brought to Juarez.
where he died. Masonic burial tomorrow.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
Democratic State Conference.

MeXia. Tex June 21.-(Special.)-
Chairman Blake of the state democratic
executive committee informs your CORES
pendent that the members of the COM
mlttee are most enthusiastic in favor of
the proposed state conferences and that
the call will he issued in few DAYS
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
Russian Dragons Drowned.

st. Petersburg June 21-The river Kur
has overlooked its banks near the rail
way depot of Nawthing. in the TifIis dis
trict, Nineteen men belonging to the
NiJninoygorod dragons were swept into
the water and drowned.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
Special Accession Day Services.

London. June 20.-In the afternoon and
evening there were special accession day
services ut Westminster Abbey and at
St Paufs cathedral
At 81. Georges chapel at Windsor. in
the afternoon special musical service
was held. nj which most of the members
OF the royal family, except the queen and
Empress Frederick. who had attended
the morning services. were present. Men
dclsohn's hymn of praise was supcrbly
sang by Nine. Albani Edward LLOYD and
the choir of the chapel. assisted by the
Windsor and Elton choral and Madrigal
societies. Sir Walter Pcrrctt presided Mt
the organ and conducted her majesty's
private band.
Several of the leading pulpitS in the
city were occupied by American preach
crs, all of whom alluded in the most
irellhg terms To the queens life and
character. Bishop COTE preached at the
Windsor Parish church and Rishon
Whlpplc at All Saints. Rev. w. H. Mil
burn' chaplain of the United States sen
ate, preached ut the Queens Park Con
gregrational church in Harrow road.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
One Negro Kills Another.

Corsicana, Tex, June 21.-(Special.)-
\ tragedy was enacted tonight about II
o'clock in this city. near the ice factory
wherein Columbus Watts, a negro, suf-
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
Released on BaiI.

Tyler. Tex. June 21.-(SpeciaD-Nel
Lewis, charged with killing her husband.
Richard Lewis, on Saturday morning
last, has been released ON $500 bond.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
Peppered with Shot.

Kaufman, Tex. June 2l.-(Special)-
Last Saturday w. NJ. Rice was filled from
head to foot with shot from shotgun.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1897-06-24
CATHOLIC SERVICES.
Jubilee Services Held at the Bromp-
ton Oratory. a.

London, June 20.-High mass at the
Brompton Oratory was made the occa-
sion of thanksgiving for the queens ju-
bilee ON the part of her Roman Catholic
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
SOUTH LONDONDERRY.

Mr.. and Mrs. q. L. Fletcher attended
the tremen's ball at Chester.
Nj and Mrs Charles Randall Of Man
chester are guests at Glebeview.
M and Mrs. Joseph Smith OF Plym-
outh, Mass, are visiting at Melendy
Brothers.
John Stewart and John Atcherson OF
Norwich, Conn, visited with Curtis Rob
inson last week.
Bills are out for grand masquerade and
fancy dress ball under the auspices OF the
dramatic club, Oct. %
The Methodist ladies aid society held a
social and harvest supper at the town hall
Thursday afternoon and evening. Il was
a very pleasant affair.
The 4 MARI Specially company gave
an entertainment al the town hall Wednes-
day evening They also gave a street pa
rade with band music al noon.
Mr. and Mrs Frank Smonds Of Ben
nington are visiting al II. \. Dudley's
They are taking a carriage drive from that
place 10 Springfield va and through VIII
mIEgton home,
The annual Baptist donation and oyster
supper was held a. the town hall last Fri
day evening. An unusually large number
were present and a social time enjoyed.
The proceeds were very satisfactory.
There will be an entertainment az the
Bapts, church next Thursday evening by
the celebrated Nichols family consisting OF
Nj, and Mrs. Nichols and six children,
who are all singers and instrumental play
ers. a grand musical treat is anticipated
j. W. Farweli, who has been manager
OF the Mount Lake farm and creamery the
past three years, has bought the property,
both personal and real. The farm Is one
Of the largest and best appointed in Wind
ham county, and was the summer home Of
Frank c. Miles, the defaulting treasurer Of
the Boston Safe Deposit and Trust com
pauy, who disappeared last December.
The Londonderry property stood III the
name Of Ralph Miles, Mr.. Miles's son.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
BONDVILLE.

We had quite a thunder shower Tuesday
evening.
Geo. Slade is entertaining an uncle from
Albany, y. Y.
Minnie Chatfeld is at home from the
White Mountains, where she worked dur
ing the summer.
Ellery Wilder's new house at Graham
vile is nearly completed and is very
pretty and commOdious one.
Sheriff Wilson of Arlington was in town
this week. looking after the deer hunters
and the proper enforcement Of the law
concerning them. Several deer have been
shot near here.
Rev. Mr.. Putnam desires to call a meet
ing of the board of stewards for next
Thursday evening, Oct. p, Immediately
following the prayer meeting. A meeting
of the full board is requested Rev. and
Mrs. Putnam are making many friends al
ready and the church is congratulating il
self on their appointment.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
GUILFORn CENTRE

The next grange sOciabe VII. be held al
Ransom Alleys Friday evening, Oct. 49,.
Everybody is invited.
Lyman Bullock is to be surprised with a
corn huskiug party this, Friday, evening.
The dance held in grange hall was not
as largely attended as some gatherings bu,
was enjoyed by every one.
The ladies circle will be entertained
Thursday afternoon, oct. u. at Mrs.
Frank K. Kings house. A cordial inyi-
tation is extended to all.
The lecture intended for the schools and
every one in town was thinly attended.
Those who were present enjoyed ii an re-
GREETED many more were not present.
The telephones have recently been taken
from where they have been for the past L
years. 1t would be a great convenience to
have one stationed at the Centre.
Mrs. F, c. Clary and daughter have left
the farm and gone to Buffalo to visit Mrs.
Clary's aunt. They will return to their
home in Brattleboro to spend the winter.
Mrs. c. 5. Webster of jacksonville.
Fla, who has spent the summer with her
brothers in northern Vermont, is with old
acquaintance in this town for a few
weeks.
At the last meeting OF Broad Brook
grange three candidates received the fourth
degree and one was reinstated. There
were 20 present, including visiting mem
hers from Protective ana Evening Star
oranges
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
JACKSONVILLE.
Death OF Mrs. +. VI. Brown.

Mrs. Elizabeth NJ. Brown died at the
home OF her daughter, Mrs. a. A. Butter
field, oct. y, OF pneumonia, after a dis
tressing illness of nearly four weeks. Her
age was = years, 10 months. She had
been in quite feeble health for some time
and could not rally from the attack Of this
dread disease
Mrs. Brown was the daughter of Alba
tina Vim and Lucy (Godsmithl VIM,
and was born in Nottingham, where she
spent most Of her life. She leaves one
sister, Mrs. Lucy Coleman Of Waterville,
Kansas, and brother, A. W. Preston,
Esq, of North Adams, Mass. She was
married 10 Austin Edwards of Troy, this
state, at the age of Is years. His death
took place ten years later at Shelburne
Falls, Mass. OF this marriage two chill
dren were born, Capt A. p. Edwards OF
this village and Mrs. y. j. Ball of West
Halifax. In lS4S Mrs. Edwards married
Rufus Brown, who died in 1873, leaving
two children, Mrs. A. A. Butterfield and
Charles +. Brown of Roberts, III. Mrs
Brown, leaves, beside these four children,
Il grandchildren and 10 great grandchil-
dren. Her funeral was held Thursday at
l O'Clock at the Methodist church, Rev H.
+. Butfum. the pastor Of the Baptist
church, TO which she belonged, officiating.
The singing was by the choir of the same
church. The burial was in the village
cemetery.
Mrs. Brown was a woman of more than
ordinary ability and possessed a strong
Christian character. She was a fine Bible
scholar and well read in all the leading
topics of the day. She united with the
Baptist church in Nottingham nearly 20
years ago. and was the oldest member in
that church. She retained her mental
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
SOUTH NEWFANE.

Albert Williams seems to be failin.
slowly
F. K. Bailey OF Randolph is in this plac,
for day or two
F. c. Elmer Of Cleveland Ohio. is at Y.
b. Perry's for a short stay.
Henry Ingram has returned from Ran
dolph after q weeks stay.
Mrs. Walter Harmed Of Steamboat Rock
Iowa, is visiting her brother, j. NJ Moore
and other friends
Capt. Harrison Aldrich had so far re
covered as to return to his home in Somer-
vile Mass, Friday
The ladies circle held their annual meet.
ing al the home OF Mrs. A. V. Strattou
Oct. :, and elected Ms. a. Y. Stratton.
president; Mrs. j. W. Kelsey, vice presi-
dent; Mrs. Z. y. Stratton, secretary and
treasurer; committee. Mrs. 5. Morse. Mrs.
{. Z Perry, Mrs. F. 5. Bickford, Mrs. S.
g. Shepard, Mrs. ". T. Bruce. and Mrs.
David Goodell. The next meeting will
be at the yestry Thursday afternoon, Oct.
y.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
WEST DUMMERsTON.

W. w. and J. +. Wilson. believing that
prosperity has returned, started out Tues
day peddling after laying off all summer.
The George T. Lyons Granite company
gave nearly all of the men a vacation last
Saturday until they receive contracts for
more work
Mrs. r. A. knight returned last Satur-
day from Colton's Point. Md, where she
has been for the past Il months. Nj
Knight is expected soon,
Arvin Pond of West Dummerston is at
Elliot city hospital in Keene. y. H., suffer
inG from severe injuries received nearly
opposite the hospital building in that city
early Thursday evening of last week Ac-
companied by his son driving another
team, and with third man on the rear OF
his own wagon, Mr.. Pond was drawing
TO the Catholic cemetery in Keene a newly
completed monument and pedestal. His
own team was in the lead. just before
reaching the spot where the accident oc-
Cured Mr.. Pond turned and called 10 his
son, saying that he feared the approach Of
one Of the dizzy attacks to which he is
subject. In a moment more the man who
was with him was startled 70 find the
horses quickening their pace and starting
TO run. He quickly stepped forward and
stopped them. Mr.. Pond was found lying
in the road in a semi-cOnscious state He
was found to be suffering from two broken
ribs, a terribly lacerated left hand, the
muscles and tendons of which were large
ly exposed, a compound fracture Of the
left big toe and severe decorations and con-
tusions of two or three other toes He is
supposed to have been attacked with dizzi-
ness, TO have fallen from his wagon and to
have been run over by at least one wheel.
He is expected 10 recover
Later-Mr, Pond was brought home
Wednesday from the hospital.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
JAMAICA.
Mrs Prudence Petiee is slowly failing.

Mrs Prudence Pettee is slowly failing.
W. II. Josln is having his house slated.
George Clarks family are III with the
measles.
The Congregational church Is receiving
new coat Of paint.
Mrs. Annie Boynton is living with her
son, NJ L. Boynton.
Henry Hewlett Of Stratton has moved
here, into Ed Spencer's house upstairs.
The Loyal Temperance legion will meet
al II. II. Reeds next Monday evening.
Miss Florence Balch Of Lunenburg is
visiting her aunt, Mrs. \. J. Cameron.
Leland Wright Of North Hatfield, Mass,
is passing a few days at A. L. Towards.
Rev. A. j. Cameron is holding services
al West Jamaica at 8 g. n. Sunday after
moons.
Mrs. Chloe J. Holton and Mrs. Hattie
Mclean are at Shushan, y. Y, passing a
week or more.
Rev. 5. H. Taylor OF Worcester, Mass.
has accepted the call of the Baptist church
10 become its pastor.
Rev. Henry NJ. Hopkiuson OF Perkins
vile will preach at the Baptist church
next Sunday morning
There is deer hunting enough here, but
few deer as We. Mason Jones killed one
Oct. !. and that is all we have heard Of so
far
our postmaster, Mrs. Chloe J. Holton,
and Mrs. Henry Mclean and son Mark,
started Monday morning for carriage
drive over the Green mountains. to visit in
Shushan, Salem, and Cambridge, y Y.
Rev. James Nobbs late pastor OF the
Baptist church, has accepted the pastorate
OF the Baptist church a, Holyokr, Mass
His goods and family went from here
Thursday.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
EAST DOVER.

Rev. Elliot Merr6eld OF Massachusetts,
visited his sister, Mrs. II. l. Turner, last
week.
Milton Halliday, who is employed as an
artist in Providence, K. l., is home on his
vacation at his fathers, W. c. Halladay's.
About 80 of the friends and relatives Of
Lawrence and Layton Snow gave them a
genuine surprise party last week Wednes-
day evening A jolly good time was
spent in a social way, with games and
music. Last. but not least, a nice supper
was served.
About s. Of the friends and neChbors
of Mr.. and Mrs l. D. Moulton met at
their home Monday evening, sept. =, TO
celebrate the 3Oth anniversary of their
marriage. The evening was pleasantly
spent socially and with games and music.
Mr.. and Mrs. Moultou were presented
with half.dozen chairs. nice table lamp
and other useful gifts Refreshments
were served at the close OF the evening,
after which the company returned to their
homes, wishing Mr.. and Mrs Moulton
many more happy years OF married life.
Please call and settle before Nov !, 1897.
W c. HALLIDAY.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
RROOKLINE.

F.N. Horton OF Florida has been visit
ing at c. p. Stickney's for few days.
c. NJ. RoDbins's family are again in
their old home and all are glad to welcome
them back.
The United Workers will hold their
semi-monthly meeting next Tuesday after
noon at the Methodist church.
Miss Marcia White had the misfortune
to fall from a wagon last week. Her in
iuries we're serious enough to cOntne heI
to the house during the week, and she will
be unable to begin her course Of study at
present
Though the weather was unfavorable,
a goody number gathered at the Baptist
chapel Wednesday evening TO enjoy the
oyster supper. Singing, a spelling match
and games occupied the evening until a
late hour and all pronounced it pleasant
occasion.
Arthur and Harry Robbins have both
secured positions in Merrfeld's mill al
Williamsvilie; the former as engineer, the
latter on the first bench saw. Being able
to Get employment so readily where they
have previously been employed speaks
we'll for their work.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
DUMMERSTON,

Fay Miller and Will May recently cut
and bound on John Miller's farm 525
stalks of corn in little less than nine hours.
which would be an average OF one stalk a
minute. They were not striving to see
how much they could accomplish. but
worked steadily until the task was finished.
The potato crop in this section is nearly
a failure. as only about 80 bushels per acre
have been harvested, the normal yield be
ing $50 bushels per acre. Corn yielded
well on some farms but generally the crop
is very light, especially on land that be
came too wet during the summer on
such land there was a heavy growth Of
weeds, principally Roman NORWOOD.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
WEST TOWNsHEND

Mr.. and Mrs. Willis Taft have been Wis.
iting in Westnoreland, y. II.
Miss Mabel Fullerton, who has spent the
past year in Colorado, is with friends here.
Miss Grace Boynton has gone TO ia
maica % work in Mrs. Wyman's millinery
store.
Nj. and Mrs. V. W. Boyden have been
spending a part OF Mr.. Boyden's vacation
with his father, D. +. Boyden.
Frances Barber entertained party of II
little friends Saturday, the occasion being
her fourth birthday anniversary.
Edward Brown, who has been working
for y. W. Wood this summer has returned
to his home in Rouse's Point, \. Y.
Pumpkins and'squashes are usually far
in excess OF the demand IN this neighbor-
hood, but this year the supply does not
nearly equal the demand Hardly any
vines have done well.
Thriy-hye from here We're present at
the sunday school convention at Towns
bend last week Thursday. a party of
school girls attended through the kindness
of Rev. Nj Hardy. who came up after
them.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
MARLBORO.
Mrs. George Mather is III.

Mrs. g gorge Mather is IN.
Lottie Maiher is home from Brattleboro
taking care CT her mother.
The ladies OF the Congregational society
are preparing for harvest supper.
Florence Snow is home for a short visit.
She is TO 60 to Brattleboro to work for the
winter.
Mrs. B. c. Eager of Newfane, who is
stopping with her father, c. p. Whitney,
is quite i'll.
The appraisers have been taking an in
ventory OF the property OF the late Ello,
johnson this week
The ladies aid society met last Wednes-
day afternoon with Mrs. John Howe on
Higley Hill. A good number were pres
ent and they We're royalty entertained.
Thanks are due both TO Nj and Mrs.
Howe for their hospitality.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
LONDONDERRY .

The Al MART show was well attended.
Frank Stevens has gone 10 Boston for a
visit
The farmers are picking their apples
which are not very plenty
Clara WymAu. who IS boarding with
Mrs. Corey, remains about the same.
L. NJ. wilkins has just Soda large gran
tie monumeu, 10 be- set 10 Springfield,
Mass.
1t is understood that Mr.. Farweil is 10 rent
the cheese factory and move the creamery
from Mount Lake farm and run the bust
ness there
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15
IN THE LOCAL FIELD.
ATHENS.

Miss Sylvia Powers is home from Rand
olph for a few days.
Rev +. W Lewis Of Bellows Falls.
preached here Sunday morning and even
ing, and administered the sacrament.
A very pretty wedding took place at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. 5. y. Bemis last
Tuesday, when their oldest daughter Amy,
was united in marriage with Henry L.
Smith of Westminster. The room was
tastefully decorated with evergreen and
flowers. The marriage ceremony was per
formed by the Rev. &. F. Chaplin Of
Saxtons River. Refreshments were served,
after which the happy couple left for their
home in Westminster, followed by the
good wishes OF their many friends.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-10-15

faculties to a wonderful degree even to the
last. Her Christian example, her kind
and cheering words, and her excellent ad-
vice will long be treasured by her children
and by all who knew her.
Mr.. and Mrs Charles Il. Waste are in
Boston.
Mrs, VIM McLane has been in Boston
this week.
Frank Crosier was in town photograph.
ing the village school Wednesday
Our congratulations to Mr.. and Mrs.
Christian Schontag in their new home.
Miss Clara Chase, daughter of Washing
ton Chase Of Illinois. formerly Of this
town, is visiting friends here