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Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

William Hill a gentleman of color and
ofleisure, was arrested by constable Ran
dali last week Tuesday, charged with a
disturbance of the peace by throwing
rocks at a conductor who had put him
off "A train. On Wednesday he appeared
before Justice Parsons, and pleading not
guilty was rcmanded until Thursday for
the attendance of witnesses. Thursday
after a full hearing of witnesses i'll behalf
of the State and the respondent the weary
Willie was adjudged guilty and fined $50
and costs SIT. 65, or the alternative SELL
tence of 1+7 days at the house OF correc-
ton. He chose the latter, and is now
polishing marble for the State. Before
leaving for Rutland i'll the custody OF
sheriff Davis he complimented Island
Pond as having furnished him the best
accommodation and treatment he had
experienced in all the times he had been
under arrest. Island Pond doubtless feels
highly pleased at this testimony!
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

With the going into effect of the winter
time schedule on the G. T. X. System,
commencing last Sunday several i'm
portant changes were made. M. j..
Griffin, who has been yardmastcr at this
place has been appointed to similar po-
sition in Portland, whittier he went last
Monday. We are sorry to lose Mr..
Griffin from Island Pond. During his
stay here he has made many warm
triende, all of whom wish him as full a
measure of success in his work in Port
land that he attained here. Henry W.
Rives succeeds Mr.. Griffin as yardmaster,
". A. Gleason takes Mr.. Rives place as
night agent, and Arthur Herbert OF Cor
ham has MIR. Gleason's place. Another
great change is the running through OF
conductors between Portland and Mon
trcal on express trains. The conductors
to ru, through are Messrs. H. c. Har'
mon, B. X. Morse and {. B. Pratt from
the Portland end and V. Pigeon, George
Penmycad and Thos. Flaherty from the
Montreal end. Conductors Geo. Ticket!
and S. ID. Morse will run the mail traii
between Portland and Island Pond, anc
conductors Eli Mundy and Fred Creviel
the mail train between Montreal anC
Island Pond. The corrected time table
is given elsewhere in this paper.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
West Concord.

At Miles Pond, Friday evening Septem'
Der 30, during an alteration in Russell
x Mckclvey's mill between Simeon Nc
Kelvey and MedriC Coulter. the former
made trenzicd attack upon the latter
with knife. Coulter having a pecvy
upon his shoulder at the time struck
Mckelvey with il, hitting him upon the
/ head, killing him instantly, apparently i,
self defence. Coulter was arrested and
brought To this place by Sheriff Cobleigh,
and awaits investigation of his case, ia
be held today, October 1. Mckelvev'S
body was taken to the residence of his
brother. where funeral services were held
Sunday afternoon, Rev. II. II. Hoyt of
st. Johnsbury officiating. The next day
the remains were taken to Island Pond
for interment. MCkelvey was 30 years
of age, a kind hearted industrious man.
He was unmarried. but leaves four sisters
and two brothers to bear this fearful
burden of grief which the deep sympathy
of many friends tan would tighten.
At the recent town meeting called for
that purpose, ir was unanimously voted
to build the long needed new school
house in this village, using portion of
the \. L. Iudevine fund to deirav the ex-
penses. OF this fund, so generously given,
the interest to be used for school pur-
poses, the town has now received twenty
thousand dollars which it is eXpected will
be largely augmented.
Frank Hull has purchased and moved
on to the place occupied by Robert Nc
Kay, and Mr.. Mckay has moved into
the house vacated by Mr.. Hull.
MIR. John Davis, Who has been i'll for a
long time, is very Ill at this writing.
Mr.. II. {. Burroughs is also on the sick
list.
Lieut. Basin is slowly improving.
Ser2t Ned Ripley, who isvery sick with
malarial fever, is somewhat better.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
East Charleston.

Died September %, ID. {. Hudson. aged
a. wears. lie and his wiir have lived
with their son |. n. Hudson for several
wears. The deceased was a member al
the NJ. l.. Church and at the funeral
Wednesday there Was a large gathering,
Rev. MIR. Gregory officiating. The floral
tributes were very fine.
Hugh Davis OF Saratoga Springs,N V,
is visiting relatives in town.
Mrs. pelsue OF Rutland was called here
last week by the death OF her father, Mr..
Hudson.
Mr.. and Mrs. =. {. Strecter have gone
to Lowell, Mass, to spend the winter.
Frank Davis is repairing his house on
the outside, also giving it a coat OF paint.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Mrs. Sophia Cheney Hunter died very
suddenly of heart disease last Tuesday
evening at the ripe old age of 81 years.
She had lived on the farm that had been
her home for about 40 years, cared for
by MIR. and Mrs. l.. +. Currier, and on
the evening in question had partaken of
a hearty supper, washed the dishes and
then started to go to her room, but had
only reached the door when she fell and
when Mrs. Currier went to her assist
ance less than minute thereafter life was
extinct. Last fall Mrs. Hunter COM
menced a rug and it was her constant
hope that she might live to complete it.
Her wish was gratifed for the rug was
finished last week. Always of a bright,
happy and Industrious disposition she
will be sadly missed by a large circle of
friends. A brother, William Cheney of
Milford, N. H., survives her. Funeral
services conducted by Rev. L. J. Gale will
be held this Thursday afternoon at the
house, and in accordance with her desire
she will be buried in the bridal dress worn
by her Go years ago,
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Our town clerk and treasurer George S.
Robinson started this Thursday morning
on business and pleasure trip through
Maine, and will visit his brother c. A.
Robinson at Bangor and friends i'll Port
land and vicinity. His wife accompanies
him. This is only the second vacation
taken by MIR. Robinson since he assumed
the duties OF town clerk and treasurer,22
years ago. In his absence the office will
be well looked after by Geo. l.. Dyer, as
sistant town clerk, who will be on hand
to do any work required of him in this
capacity. Mr.. and Mrs. Robinson will
also visit friends at Montpeliera Barre
before returning to Island Pond. Their
many friends wish them pleasant and
prosperous trip.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
Lexington and South Canaan.

Ed. Rowe has dug a cellar and is get
ting ready to build a house near the
South Canaan school house.
NJ. D. F. Blodgett is repairing his
barns.
{. S. Bailey has contracted to drive
several thousand cords of pulpwood
down Willard Stream to the Connecticut
River
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

That Melvin Fullcr's hOUse and shed
were burned Monday about ? p. m. lie
SAVED most of the furniture. The hire
caught ia the attic frum detective chirn-
ncy; insured ior 1925.
That Abe Kugrlman arrived home Sat
urdaN from New York. where he has been
the past three * buying goods and
taking IN the city sights.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

The law on deer went off last SATURDAY.
and few of our local sportsmen started
bright and early that morning for Lewis
and are there now. Rumor has it that
Frank Paquette shot off the tail" OF one
deer, and was hoping to be more sue.
cesstul at his next shot.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

The remains of Simeon Mckelvey,
whose shocking and untimely death isre-
lated by our West Concord correspond
ent, were brought here for interment
last Monday, accompanied by the sisters
and brother of the deceased. Joined by
other relatives and friends they proceeded
to the cemetery where services were con-
Quoted by Rev. f. ]. Gale, a quartette
rendering some very appropriate music.
Very generalsympathy is extended to the
bereaved in this terrible affection.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Miss Geraldine Farr, youngest daughter
of MIR. and Mrs. {. ". Farr, who has
been confined to her bed for several DAYS
past, suffering from tonsilitis, of a diph-
thereto form, and whose condition has
given no little uneasineSs to her parents
and friends, is now improving. which is
pleasing intelligence to our community.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Look out for storm! Swan, the pho
tographcr, announces his intention of
opening his studio in Island Pond for
two days next week, his last visit for
several months. During his stay he will
take a number of views for the G. 7. X.
Co., and from here lie goes to Georgian
Bav on the same errand. Mrs. Swan
will accompany him. HandbillS will be
distributed shortly giving days and dates
of his visit.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
Keeps Folks Well.

1t is better to KEEP we'll than to GET
well. although when one is sick it is de-
sirable to GET we'll. When one considers
that eight-tenths of the ailments that
affiict the American people are caused by
constipation, we shall realize why it is
that Baxter's Mandrake Bitters KEEPS
folks WE'LL" or if sick, enables them to
GET well. Baxter's Mandrake Bitters
cures constipation. Alldruggists guaran.
teeit. or money refunded.
Price % cents pet bottle.
Why not step into the nearest drug
store and yet hottie and by using it be
assured of good health through the try
ing spring months.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

One OF the largest auction sales real
estate and personal property ever held in
Island Pond will be commenced on Sat
urday of this week by NJ. H. Davis, who
having to leave on account of i'll health
offers for sale all his property, a full de-
scription OF which is given i'll our adver-
Using columns on this page.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

At the citizens meeting last Thursday
evening the soliciting committeereported
progress, and on motion the committee
was increased. The meeting was adj
journed to Saturday October Is. Nearly
four-Gfths of the sum suggested for erect
ing new county buildings, if the bill be-
comes law, has been subscribed.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

The St. Agnes Guild social with Miss
Blanche Davis last week Thursday
evening was we'll attended by the young
people who thoroughly enjoyed them
selves. A dainty service of refreshments
followed the evenings amusements.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
LlInenhurs.

\ large number attended the funeral of
Mrs. Merrill Dawson last Tuesday after
noon.
Mrs. Lorana Silsby came up from Lit
Teton to her home here last Thursday.
Miss Cleona Silsby came up from her
school in Littleton over Sunday.
The community here were shocked to
hear of the murder of Mr.. Mckelvev ut
Miles Pond last Friday by Frenchman
i'll his employ.
Mrs. Charles Applebec and daughter
spent several days in town last week
making several friends.
The post office and store were robbed
last Thursday night which is the second
time within very short period at the
office.
L. ". Wright attended the teachers
convention at Montpelier last week
where he enjoyed a pleasant and protita-
BILE time.
James Silsby and wife are visiting i'll
New York.
Husking bee at Damon Shows the first
of the week.
Mrs. Levi Barnard is visiting her
daughter Mrs. John Renfrew i'll Little
ton.
A CARD. We, the undersigned, hereby
express our grateful thanks to the many
friends and neighbors who by their many
kind words and deeds have expressed
their sympathy for us in our affection.
NJ. L. DAWSON AND FAMILY,
MIR. AND Mrs. NJ. A. BURT,
Z. c. BURT,
!. p. DAWSON AND FAMILY.
Lunenburg, VT, October 3, 1898
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Alfred Z. Ames was the invited guest of
the Sons of Veterans last Saturday
evening. A banquet was served in his
honor and the occasion was very pleas.
ant one to all concerned. Alfred has had
his Through extended two weeks. He
has entirely recovered from the slight at
tack of malaria contracted at Chicka-
manga and is apparently as rugged as
when he enlisted as member of Co. L.,
1st Vermont Volunteers.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

The air brake instruction car is here in
charge of John Gill, who is holding meet.
ings daily for the benefit of the railroad
employees that they may be fully posted
i'll this most important feature of railroad
work.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
LOCAL BUSINESS NOTICES.
Essex District Probate Court.

Sessions Of said Court will he held a
Brighton the second Tuesday ot uctolsrr and
Aprh. canaan the second Tuesday uf No
yember aud May. West Concord the second
Tuesday 81 December and Iune. Lunenburs
ths sec"nd Tuesday OF January aud July.
Special sessions will be held al any place in
the District 10y agreement
ROBERT CHASE. Judge.
W. III. Bishop. Notary Public with
seal. At HERALD office.
A. III. Wilkie. Tousorial Artist. Shop
over post office. Patronage solicited.
Cash paid for wool.
J.. :. SWEENEY.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

We shall make each Saturday a Bar
gain Day in our store. This paper and
our window displays will keep you post.
ed. See our space advt. this week: it
will interest you.-Pomeroy & Robinson.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

The Cross street drug store has been
greatly improved by the putting in of II
new foundation, the addition OF n piazza
and newly painting the building. 1t is
now a nice looking business block.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Mr.. and Mrs. Richard Ram welcomed
a new arrival at their home last Wednes-
day, a daughter, their first born, and
"Dick" is in circulation twenty-four
hours each day.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

The painters are hard at work on
Vallee Brothers new block. This fine
looking building is rapidly nearing COM
pletion and will be one of the best bust
ness blocks in Island Pond.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

The pay roll at the shirt factory has
averaged $1,000 per month since it was
first opened for business. The managers
are looking forward to better business
than ever before.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Island Pond, VT.
Dear Sir: One secret of the great dura-
bilitv of +. w. Devoc & Co.'S Pure Lead
and Zinc Paint is honesty. Honesty
means purity. Our Pure Lead and Zinc
Paint is made only of pure Lead, pure
Zinc, pure Linseed Oil and pure Uniting
Colors, and nothing else. AS a result you
can get from John w. Thurston. our sell.
ing agent, an honest paint, and this, we
think, is what you want.
Yours truly,
i w DEynE e, 70
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

W. ". Sprague Of St. Johnsbury. gen
eral agent of the National Life Insurance
Co. OF Montpelier, was in town last week
and paid $1,000 to Mrs. Walter =. VaIIce
for policy held in that company by her
late husband. All claims are paid imme-
diateiy by this well known financial in
stituton upon receipt OF the proofs of
death.
No little interest was awakened here
early in the week by the report that a
survey was being made for an electric
road between this place and Newport.
We don't think there was any foundation
for the report, but an electric road be-
tween the two places would be of great
benefit and we believe one will be built
before MANY years.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

The Stars and Stripes now float on
Mount Bluff. The flag 6x31a #. was
thrown to the breeze last week Thursday
by c. W. Nolen.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

There will be special meeting of Mar
tina Nj. Buck Circle next Wednesday al
ternoOn, for business aud work at Grand
Army Hall, to commence at | 80 O'Clock.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

The stated communication of Island
Pond Lodge, +. * A. NJ, for the current
month will Ike held next Monday evening
at the usual hour.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
BORN

TUIBODEAU. In Island Pond, September
2S, a daughter to Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph
Thibodeau.
SMITH In Island Pond October 4, a son
to MIR and Mrs. Michael Smith.
RAM. In Island Pond, October &, n daugh-
ter to Mr., and Mrs. Richard Ram.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Wool Carding. Barton Wooden Mills,
carding and greasing Sc. Wool lett at
Geo. Brackets store, West Charleston,
carded and returned at same price.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

The two children who have been i'll
with scarlet fever are rapidly convalesc-
ing, and no new cases have beer re-
DOrted
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

a stencil plate was loaned by o. L..
Mansur some time since, to whom he
cannot now recall, and DESTROYS of using
it he asks its immediate return.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
Good morning Governor Smith.

Bargains in underwear at Fogg a.
HObson's.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Dir. ]. ii. Linehan, who has not been
well man since his fall at Canaan last
winter, is again quite i'll. Physician, heal
thyselfl
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Our tOwnsman, Porter II. Dale, Esq,
is to deliver an address at the Vermont
c. E. Convention to be keld at Bellows
Falls next week.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Thelatest New York noveltiesin icwelrv
for gentlemen; prices low.-Pomeroy &
Robinson.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

g. L. Clarke is q great sufferer with
rheumatism, but Is good natured about
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Bargains in fall hats for men and BOYS,
% and 40 cents each. -Pomeroy & Rob
inson.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
HUMPHREY
CURES

No. / Fever, Congestion.
No. 9 Worms.
No 8 Infants Diseases.
No. 4 Diarrhea.
No. 7 Coughs & Colds.
No, 8 Headache.
No. 10 Dyspepsia, indigestion.
No. II Delayed Periods.
No. 10 Leuchorrea.
No. 10 Group.
No. IL Skin Diseases.
No. is Rheumatism.
No. 10 Catarrh.
No. 27 Kidney Diseases.
No. 81 Sore Throat.
No. IT Grip & Hay Fever.
DR., Humphreys Homeopathic Manual vi
Diseases at your Druggists or Mailed rre ~ o.o.s
Sold by druggists or sent on receipt ~ u;;ri.,
scots or 81. Humphreys Med. Co.: Cor' "h''A"
and John SITS New York.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

See our 99c shoes for lades-button
and lace.-Pomeroy & Robinson.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07

Jackets, Capes and Collarettes at Fogg
& HobsOn's.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
. d SAKUEANT,
Randolph, VT"

The above carries much weight with 1t.
The writer Is a well-known resident or our
State. and DR.. Mason Is an authority and
celebrated specialist In this and other
chronic diseases. and has the finest santa.
rum in this country. treating both at home
and at his place. All who are interested
would do we'll to write him for particulars
regarding his home treatment and full
letter of advice and circular OF testimoni.
ais. which will be sent free of charge.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
TOWN TOPICS.
Buy your shoes ut fogg & Hobson's

Island Pond is enjoying a Boom in
Business. Buildings and Births.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
HAS 4
CURE FOR CANCER
BEEN FOUND?

1t would seem 50 from the following
testimonial from one of our most estimable
ladies, whose cure Is recorded in her own
words.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
DIR. C. Fl. MASON, Chatham, n. 7.

"DR. C. Fl. MASON. Chatham, NY.
DEAR DoCToR-I am glad to add my testi-
tmOnial in favor OF your Vegetable Cancer
Cure. BY its use three canccrous punches in
my breast which had been growing for the past
three years. have now entirely disappeared.
consider it duty and surely privilege TO
recommend its use AS widely as lies in my
power. feel confident, not simply by my own
experience but through the personal knowl-
edge of Others that have used It and arc now
entirely cured, that it IL positive cure for
cancer il taken in season and used as directed.
Please accept my thanks for the little books
you sent me bearing SO many saving and pr.
ciOus testimonials Very recently lady from
a distance, having heard of your remedy, sent
to me for one of these little books, which |
was very glad to send her.
May our Heavenly Father richly bless you In
all things and add to your days like unto many
whose lives have been prolonged through the
use OF your V. c., which merits every praise.
Most sincerely yours.
Mrs. L. J. SARaEANT,
Randolph VT"
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1898-10-07
AMONG OUR NEIGHBOURS.

+. W. DEvOE & Co
The times., 1898-10-16

ish man-servant was discovered In lie.
ing what was not the truth. he excused
himself by saying: Please, sur, l lost
my prisence of mind
An Irish dispensary doctor told me of
an old woman who, being dissatisfied
red the care of all her bodily ailments
those of DIR. Delany.'' he said to her
once. och. indeed. doctor, dear" she
replied, ''ye're a dale betther than that
other ould humbug and imposther." A
drunken man was staggering home with
a sober friend. Come on, Pat" said
the latter; come on; the road is long"
ed from side to side. but it's not the
lingth of it. but the breadth of II that's
KILN me- 4 besgarman called on
shopkeeper in Tralee. and, having told
a pitiful tale of children starving at
home, asked for a copper. The shopkeep-
er, suspecting that the man wanted the
money for drink, exclaimed. BE off out
of that | know your game. You're col
lecting subscriptions for a public house.
The newly-wedded wife of Westmeath
landlord. desiring to act the part of
Lady Bountiful had sckoolhouse erect
while barefooted children with shoes and
stockings. One day the lady met wom-
an who asked her for some favor which
she was unable to grant. An is that
the thanks get for maxim me children
wear shoes and go to school to PLACE
ye?" was the woman's indignant COM
ment
The times., 1898-10-16

auspices is a memorial to the late Henry
Draper, carried on through the mun.fi-
cence of his widow. Among the discover
les that have been made by photograph
ing stellar spectra Is the detection OF
what are known as spectroscopic binaries.
Many variables are also found by the
same means. Mrs. Fleming. of Prof.
Pickering's staff, is noted for the numbso
of variable stars she has discovered from
photographs of the sky. in which each
star is represented not by n point of light.
but by tiny spectrum crossed by a few
significant lines.
No story of Americas share in advanc-
ing the art of astronomical photography
would be complete without brief refer
ence to the gifts OF Miss Catherine W..
Bruce, Of New York city. She gave Har-
ward it's splendid 2i-inch telescope, made
expressly for photography. and has au-
thorized the construction of pair of in
struments each for Max Wolf. of ii sidel-
berg. and the Yerkes observatory. These
are smaller and of different design from
the Harvard glass. but for certain c a ses
of work are unequaled anywhere In the
world.