The Republican journal., 1897-12-30
COUNTY CORRESPONDENCE.

finished his school in Prospect Dec. 10th and
commenced his winter school in Monroe
Dec. Goth. The Swanville Centre Sociable
met with Mrs H. c. Beal Dec. 10th. The
next one will be at Mrs. H, G. Mardens
Dec. GOTH. A. L. Simmons of Waldo was
in town recently looking for sheep, for which
there seems to be a growing demand. H.
O. Bachelor, local agent for the medicine
"Our Native Herbs is meeting with great
success in his sales, we'll he might, for
the medicine is all he claims it to be-. Mrs.
VIM. Clements, who has been on the sick
list, is better.
SOUTH MoNTvILLE. Ralph Knowles is
spending his vacation with his folks in this
place He is a student the Boston Latin
School,. Mr., and Mrs. George Holmes are
spending the holidays with Mrs. Holmes
mother, Sarah Bryant =. Mr.. c. M. Howes,
Master of South Montville Grange, Arthur
Martin, c. S. Adams and 0. W. Ripley at
tended the State Grange in Augusta last
week and report good time. On the oc-
casion of the installation of officers of Arbu-
tus Chapter, o. E. S., stationed at Liberty
scented with beautiful gold Past Matron's
jewel, by the members of the chapter. =.
George McLain, who was reported sick, is
convalescent. >. Farmers are improving the
snow which fell Sunday by hauling wood,
lumber etc.
CENTRE MoNTvILLE. Chri stmas noon, at
the residence of MIR. and Mrs Edward
Bachelor, occurred the marriage Of their
granddaughter, Miss Edythe Leigher to Mr..
Bridges of Boston, Mass. After the cere-
mony, which was performed by F. W.
Brown, Esq, of Belfast, the invited guests
partook of bounteous Christmas dinner
In the evening Mr.. and Mrs. Bridges tender
ed reception to their many friends, which
was much enjoyed by all. After short
stay in town they will 90 to Massachusetts
to reside. The good wishes of their many
friends go with them in their life. -.
There Will be a social dance in Grange Hall
New Years eve, and if the weather and
travelling are favorable large crowd is
expected. -. Mr.. Joshua Thompson spent
tie past week with relatives and friends in
Unity.
FRANKFORT, Friday evening, Dec. 9th, the
home Of Mr.. Chas. Holmes was the scene Of
pretty but quiet wedding. The contract
ine parties Were Rose N. Sellers, daughter
of Sit ana Mrs Charles Holmes, and w. s.
York Of Frankfort. Miss Mande Holmes,
SISTER Of the BRIDE acted as bridesmaid, and
Mr. Henry Maddocls was best man. A few
of the immediate relatives OF the bride and
groom were present. The ceremony was per-
formed by Rev. NJ. Andrews. Prayer was
offered by Mrs. Andrews and most excel
lent music was furnished from the organ.
After the ceremony cake and ice cream
We're served. The bride was becominglg at
tired in pearl gray Henrietta with cut steel
trimmings and carried bouquet of pink
carnations. Mrs York is one of Frankfort's
most amiable young ladies ana Mr.. York is
a highly respected young man. They were
the recipients of many useful and valuable
presents and all joined in wishing them a
long, useful and happy life. We are glad to
learn that Mr.. and Mrs. York are to reside
among us. Their future home will be at
North Searsport.
SEARSMoNI. MT. StbH OllNer, DeLUeT
known to our citizens as Uncle Oliver, pass
ed away Saturday evening after a short
sickness of pneumonia. For many years he
lived in Warren, but moved to this town
several years ago, living in several different
localities. About two years ago he moved
to the village and has since been familiar
figure on our streets. His wife died about a
year and half ago and since he has board
ed with Mrs. Ellen Lassel. His age was
about II years. He served in the war of the
Rebellion and member of E. 81. Brad
street Post G. A. X, of Liberty. He was
also member Of ST. George Lodge, F. & A.
M. of Warren At his request Quantaba-
cook Lodge, F. & A. M, conducted the fun
eral services at the NJ. E. church Tuesday
afternoon. Rev. w. G. Baker conducted
the religious services. Mr.. j. W. Farrar
and Misses J. E. Mcfarland aud Edith M.
Farrar returned from Augusta Friday.
Mr.. II. D. erie of Criehaven passed Christ
mas with his family, who are spending the
winter at E. r. Packards S.. Riley Burgess,
who has been spending few weeks with
his family, wlll go to North Jay this week.
| -. MIS-. II dShtll pl hOChlduu, VINO lldS DttH
spending several weeks with Mrs. H. E.
Holiness has returned home
IsLEsBoRo. Wednesday Evening, Dee. %,
the officers for 1898 of the Eastern Star
known as the "Lone Star Lodge--were
duly indicted INTO office. The ceremonies
were very impressively performed by Mrs
Jennie NJ. Stewart of Rochland Tho is the
deputy grand matron for this district The
exercises took place in the Town Hall, a
very spacious building. The new officers
are: Ranie v Preble, W. M; E. D. Will
liams, W. P; Anna Bragg, A M. Laura NJ
Babbidge Sec. Bette A. Bunker, Treas. !;
Annie A. Bunker Condolences; Carrie Nj.
Pendleton, A c.; Theresa r. Grinde, Chap
lain; Goethe E. Farrow, Adah; Emma
Lose, Ruth; Ella Fields, Esther; Brina
Veasie, Martha; Livona Williams, Electa !;
Hattie L. Lowell, Warder; W. F. Keller,
Sentinel; Martha Coombs, Marshal. After
the installation ceremonies were concluded
remarks were made by Mrs. Stewart; Capt.
j. F. Grindle; DIR. Williams: Mrs. Preble I;
| MI. Judson Pendleton Rev. Geo. f. Tufts /;
Mr.. John L. Bragg, and others. Next in
order came most bountiful supper. A
very large company was present, consisting
of the officers and members of the order, TO-