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Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
VersnIre.


Mr.. Waters has gone to Penacook, NH.
Mr.. and Mrs. Leonard Robinson have
friends visiting them.
MIR. and Mrs. Herbert Chamberin of
Thetford visited in town last week.
The death OF Frank Prescott, native of
Nershire, occurred short time ago.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ora Hutchinson OF East
Orange spent Christmas with her parents.
Leonard Robinson has beer elected SUI
perintendent OF the Cong'l Sunday school.
The little child of Fred Morey bias been
very sick with tonsilitis but is now better.
Miss Matte Clougb, who is teaching in
Boston, is spending her vacation with her
parents.
The Creamery company held its annual
meeting for the election OF officers Mon
day night.
George Wheatley, an old and respected
citizen, was buried Dec. IS. Rev. q. b.
Drake OBLIGATED at the funeral.
Congratulations for our friend whoa,
we used to know as Miss Ethel Haywood,
now Mrs. A. M. Burr of Post Mills.
Henry Pitkius. who died in Barre re
Gently, was formerly resident here ard
had many friends who are saddened to
hear OF his death.
Harold Leackey' died on the last day OF
the old year. Tiro funeral was held at the
home of his parents Monday and the hu-
rial was nc Post Mills, where the family
formerly resided.
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.rookdeId.

Miss Emily Adams is suffering from
severe inflammation OF the eyes.
E. j. Blodgett of Lyndonville was the
guest of his brothers over Sunday.
The annual installation of the officers of
the grange, followed by supper, will occur
tomorrow friday evening.
Marshall Lamson has gone to Barre,
where he will work with his uncle, Geo.
Lamson, and learn the stonecutter's trade.
The report which has gained currency
that Herbert Rood, formerly of Brookfield,
now of Albany, is married again, is not
true, as his friends here have ascertained
by correspondence.
Chss. Blake, while standing on a sled
last Tuesday morning, slipped and fell in
such a manner as to strike full weight
with his side upon one OF the stakes OF
the sled. He sustained severe injuries,
but it is hoped they will not proyeserious.
"Three run-awaysn was the record In
the Brookfield items recently, and IL was
thought the story would stop there for
the present, but, il your correspondent
were permitted to tell all he knows, he
could report two more romantic run Always
and atip-over IN a snowdritt.
The annual meeting of the First church
was held last week Wednesday, and was
attended by good representation OF the
i lie clCTk IcDoFlcu
for the year 1897, on confession five and by
letter one; removals two. The benevolent
contributions for the year amounted to $50.
t. G. Frink, whose term OF office expired,
was re-elected deacon for three years.
The week of prayer is being observed By
special meetings at the Second church
under the conduct of the pastor. The
topics for the two meetings after the issue
of his paper will be as follows:this even
ing; The Home, or Lessons from the con-
version OF Cornelius family, Acts 1914;
Friday: The Spread of the Gospel-Your
part and my part. Acts I'LL. The meet
ings begin al 7:l5.
The annual meeting Of the Second
church last Friday was quite fully attend
ed, friends as well as members having
been invited. Between 80 and 60 were at
the dinner, while at The roll call 81 respond
ed in person and about 20 letters were
read from others. The clerks report
showed resident membership OF 100;
four additions for the year past, three
deaths and four dismissions by letter.
$3.50 was the showing for the total benevo-
lent contributions for the year, besides
two missionary boxes, valued at Us, sent
by the ladies'.
The home OF Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. Panton
was the scene of pleasant gathering last
Saturday evening, on the occasion OF the
fifteenth anniversary OF their marriage.
about 20 were present aud doubtless
many more would have come but for the
severity of the weather. The good will OF
The many friends was expressed 10 sub
staBtial manner when Mr.. la Carpenter,
speaking for the rest, in well chosen
words presented Mr.. and Mrs. Panton
With a dining table, dozen dining chairs
and small purse.
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East Roxbury.
ohm Macy was in town last week.

John Macy was IN toWn last week.
Albert Benedict from South Royalton
was a guest OF his grandparents last
week.
Miss Mary Flint from Braintree was
guest of her brother, Heman Flint, last
week.
Elroy Fuller has moved down to the
"ciiy" into one of l.. w. Blanchard's ten
ement houses.
Louie Blanchard, who was with her sis
ter 10 Leicester, Mass, WAS called home
by the death of her mother.
Mrs lett Bennett is spending the win
ter with her daughter, Mrs. John Verge,
in West Brookheld.
+. O. Allen and wife attended the funer-
al OF Mrs. Robert Harper, which was held
at her home last Thursday.
The funeral of Mrs. Timothy Blanchard
was held at her home last Tuesday after
noon. Rev. l.. h. Brigham from Warren
spoke words Of comfort to the mourning
friends.
The exercises held at the schoolhouse
Christmas eve were well attended and the
speaking and singing by the scholars
from large tree were distributed to the
satisfaction OF all present.
Mrs. G. A. Braman from Boston, Mass,
Mrs. Lovina Alien from Concord, N. H.,
Mrs. Lizzie smith from Portland, n. H.,
and Mr.. and Mrs. W. M. Steele from
Leicester, Mass, were called here last
week to attend the funeral OF Mrs. limo
thy Blanchard.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

Miss Nellie Dodge, with a party Of
friends, spent few days in Quechee the
past week.
Fred Fifield has been suffering with a
quinsy sore in his throat the past week
out is now better.
The teacher and pupils of this school
went to South Royalton Tuesday to II. l..
Bixby's studio aud had school group
taken.
Mrs. A. P. odworth, who had been
seriously i'll for some weeks, was stricken
with apoplexy last Thursday and without
regaining consciousness passed peacefully
away with the old year, aged "a years, 5
months and 20 days. She left husband,
one son ana a daughter. She had been a
member Of the M. Il. church for many
years. The funeral was held at the house
sunday. Although busy with the cares OF
her home she found time to do her part
towards making the world better.
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rast l,raintree.

Anna Farnsworth visited at E. +. Mar
tins the first OF the week.
Muriel. infant daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs F.. f. Martin, is sick.
Joseph Peavey was at Wallace Peavey Is
in South Randolph last week.
Rev. E. w. Sturtevant has moved into
the house vacated by c. II. LOOMS.
l. S Jones and wife OF STANTON visited
Mrs. Jones' parents, Mr.. and Mrs. F. +.
Thayer, last week.
Miss Blanche Clough has been at home
on two weeks vacation, but has now re-
turned to school at Randolph Center.
Albert +. Bassett OF Berkeley, Mass,
and Miss Jane L. Howard we're married at
the home of the brides parents, Mr.. anG
Mrs. II. b. Howard, Wednesday, Dec. %,
by Rev. Mr.. Howard OF Randolph.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
In Probate Court. held

srArk OF VERMONT, ( IN Probate Court, held
Hartford DISTRICT, SIS. I At Woodstock. within
and for said District. the 2gih day Of Dec 1891
Present Hon. Thomas o. seaver. Judge.
Where's William skinner administrator with the
will annexed de bouts non OF the estate of Cyrus b.
Drake. late OF Royalt0n
In said district. deceased tesaie proposes rendering
an account Of his administration and presenting
his account against said estate for allowance al
ession OF said Court to be held at the Probate once
Woodstock in said District, ON the 10th day of
February. A. H.. iS9s. And whereas said Court has
assigned said time and place the settlement OF said
.ecount and for decree the residue OF said estate
70 the legaiee and heirs OF said deceased. and
ordered tina. public notice thereof be given to all
interested In said estate by publishing copy
4 l record Of this order three weeks successfully.
the dayassignedas aforesaid IN the White
River Herald, newspaper published AZ Royalton
n the county Of Windsor In tn State of Nermont.
Therefore All persons concerned in said estate are
iotihed 10 appear al the Probate Office in Wood
took I'm said District, the day assigned. as afore-
did, then and there 10 contest the allowance Of said
ccount. II they see cause
4 true record, Attest n. j. SEAVER, Register.
true copy Of record.
26e Attest T. o. sEAvER. judge.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

Mr.. Younghusband-I suppose you
remember the pony and pbaeton ]
bought of you when my wife and set
up housekeeping. Well. | sold the pony
some time ago to pay doctors bills. and
now I'd like to sell the phaeton.
Livery Mani can't spare the money
to buy. but I'd be willing TO trade. il
there is anything in my line you want.
Mr.. Younghusband latter long
thought)-I'll trade for oats. if you'll
grind 'em up. | believe oatmeal is good
for children.-N. Y Weekly.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

Cook and Coburn's weter wheel has
come.
Mr.. Shumway's gristmill opens this
week.
Lura Smith has returned TO her school
in Oicott.
A series Of meetings is being held in
the NJ E church this week.
HR. Huntington has returned from
Barre, accompanied by his granddaugh-
ter.
The old fashioned husking bee given by
the Piano club met with good success,
large mum Der being present.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
Chelsea Home News.
H.o. BIxBY, Local Editor.

For SALE:-One good secondhand
sleigh. 3w T. H. DAVIS
Cash paid for calfskins, sheep pelts ard
hides at the Chelsea Market.
3W r. w. ALLEN.
lust received: Fine new Pecan nuts.
Clear meats only. Try them.
A. X. HOOD & Son.
Agency for Crescent corsets, ladies',
misses and children's waists. They are
made to measure. Perfect fit guaranteed.
Call and see them.
2g Miss EUNICE A. MOVES
CARD OF TH.NEs:-I wish to thank my
friends and neignD3rs Who so kindly as
s.ted at the sickness and death OF my
wife: also for the flowers contributed.
ELMER j. FLANDERS.
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Just Grounds for suspicion.

Gentleman lin railway train) -How
did this accident happen?
Guard-Some one pulled the bell and
stopped the train and the boat ran into
MS. 1t will take five hours TO clear the
line for us to go ahead.
Gentleman-Five hours! was to be
married to-day.
Guard "a married man. sternlyl-
Look here. are you the chap who stopped
the train?-Tit-Bits.
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Corintn.

J. @. Adams of Fairlee was in town last
week. f.#Ef
The selectmen met at the town clerk S
Office the 2Sth.
Rev. G. S. Buffers OF Somerville, Mass,
was 10 town recently.
A gentleman from Randolph is teach
ing the school at West Corinth.
There was watch meeting at the Cor
ner church which was very well attended.
Miss Maud Heath was the organist at
the Corner church Sunday in the absence
of Mrs. Merrill.
c. L. Buffers has recovered from his ILL
ness and returned to Lowell, Mass, Fri
day.
There was chopping bee for Rev. f. l..
Sargent last week, J.F. Merrill and Henry
Ward furnis hing the wood.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
Naming The Rnhx.

YES. subj" said Col. Stillwell. slee-
fully. 81 am propuh subject fob con
graduation, sub. | have a daughter
three days DID," Vg
"Have you selected a name for herr
Yes, sub"
"What is it?"
"'Araminta;' and yoh'll take pub
ticular notice the accent is on the third
Washington Star
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

We, the undersigned, do hereby agree to
refund the money on 50-cent bottle OF
Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar IL it fails
to cure your cough or cold. We also guar
antee 25-cent bottle to prove satisfactory
or no pay.
Edward Miller, East Barnard.
Z. A. Wight, North Tunbridge.
S. b. Buell. & Co., South STAFFORD.
L. l.. Udall, STAFFORD.
A. II. Hood & Son, Chelsea.
Iooi Rackmer Stockhridge, VT.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
ORIGINAL sin.

well. Elsie" said Mrs. Moral
Suasion to her three-year-old daughter.
did you ever tell God you were sorry
for being naughty?"
"Ess, did. and He said. Great Scot.
Elsie, Eats all right Zere's lots of EN-
worser ian you are. '"-Louisville Cour.
ier-Journal
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lie Would Anprecinte n.

Her Mother-If you marry him you
need never expect me to come TO see
you.
Daughter-Will you put that into
writing?
what for?"
Il want to give il to Fred as a wed.
ding present. N Y. Journal
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
ACari.

We, the undersigned, do hereby agree to
refund the money on 5O-cent bottle OF
Greeue's Warranted Syrupof Tar II 1t fails
to cure YOUR cough or cold. We also guar
antee 25- cent bottle to prove satisfactory
or n oney refunded.
Mann & Allen, Randolph, VT.
Treyillian Bros, BarDerd.
c. e. black south Royalton.
c W. Brig ham & Son, Pittsfield.
ia Chedel & Co.. GaNsville.
h.H Morrill,, Pittsfisld, VI
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

SIS that your wife on bieycle3"
sit is"
81 thought you said that you would
never permit her TO ride one"
Il don'tpermit il. but what difference
do you suppose that makes to her?'-
Chicago Post.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
RnckIen,s Arnica salve.

THE BEST SALvE ia the world for cuts
bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever
sores, letter, chapped hands, chilhlains,
eorns and all skin eruptioDs,and positive
~ cures piles, or no pay required. tits
guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction or
money refunded. Price % cents per box.
For sale byDrew y Leonard.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

Cascarets Candv Cuupuic, the most won
derfnl medical disco, Cry Of tic age, peas
eat and refreshing 10 the TASTE, act Gchtly
and positively on kidneys. liver ana loves
cleansing the entire system, olspei coinsi
cnre headaclle. fever. haliiual constipation
and bisjousness. Please buy and Try q box
of &. G. C. TO-DAY; TO- y. 20 GEMS. Sold ana
p1arantes q % cura bv all drus ISIS.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

Have you thought of that mans
name yet?" signaled one deaf-mute to
another.
NO, haven't" was the reply. II
can't think of it to save my life, al
though / have it right at my fingers
end IN. Y. World.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

Young Mother Ton the train) Nom
my's-itty-pitty = peshus lammy-
angel = dirie desdetweetestinga-
tevyived. atsutitis.
Old Gent (seat in fron)-And they
blame a man for cursing the mother
tonguel-Judge.
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Gnve him Points.

MY wife and | have been cleaning
house. Last night we put down car
pet"
"Both of you?"
NO: put il down."
what did your wife do?"
"She-er-she handed me the tacks"
--JHdge.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
n.ndr Ahout the Hnuse.

Lucie-How could you bring your
self to marry such useless piece of
furniture as French count?
Marie-Well. you see, when poor papa
c<mes home from Wall street tired and
irritable, he likes to have something
easy to sit on.-N. Y. Journal.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

what is Bexton hustling around so
in the interest of curfew ordinance
for?"
His boy saw him coming out of
variety theater the other night and
went home and told about it."-In-
dianapolis journal.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
A Npcb Vsed Ar,,c,e.

is this IS karat gold?" she inquired
ingennously. as the seaside young man
gave her the engagement ring.
NO" he replied frankly. Its only
II karat"
That isn't as fine MS IS karat, is il p
Not quite. But it stands the wear
and tear better. Washington Star,
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

Mrs. Newed--I wish knew what 10
give Charlie on his birthday.
Ten Eycke-Why not give him a new
silk umbrella?
Mrs. Newed-Oh. ! wish to give him
something more lasting than that.
Ten Eycke-Giye him box of cigars
then.-N. Y. Truth.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
The smith skeleton.

Did you hear that there was a skele-
ton in Smiths family?' asked Jones.
You don't say2" exclaimed his wife.
Where ?"
Inside of Smith" replied Jones, and
then he chuckled idiotically. - N. Y.
World.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
From. Her Point of view.

That was pretty hat that Mrs.
Jones wore last night" lie suggested.
Pretty" she exclaimed, with in
Unite scorn. why | happen TO know
that that hat only cost ten dollars.
Chicapo Post.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

Weary Wagges-Dis is cold. cold
world. Dusty.
Dusty-How so. Weary?
Weary Waggles - Why. because!
What dye think? went inter dat
house an asked for some old buds. an
de missus offered me a bathing suit
Y Y Truth
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
Art Arguments.

What was the matter with the brio
a-brac Department."
1.-Two clerks disagreed about the pro-
nunciation of Diana, and one of them
hit the other over the head with We
nus."-Chicagc Record.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
Uncommon Experience.

Al had a great surprise last even
ing.
B-aHow was that?
Any wife introduced me to a man
from Newtown who never was one of
her old admirers.-Boston Traveller.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
she Wanted More Jelly.

Fond Mother-My dear, are you feel
ing any better?
Dolly dunno. Is the jelly all gone?
Fond Mother-Yes, my dear.
Dolly-Well, / think am well enough
to get up now.-Comic Home journal.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
Granville.

Mis- limo gene Sawyer has gone to Rox-
bury 10 work.
Miss Clar Dimick of War n and Joseph
jew EFT were married Jan. End. by Rev. Mr..
| Roscu OF Rochester.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
vill,nr TO obl,re.

Mrs. Benham-l don't want you to go
out between the acts tonight. Henry.
Benham--W Well. If you insist upon IL,
will take bottle with me.-l'owr
lnnics
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06
An Apnrnnrinte GIFT.

"Henry. bought beautiful book for
bridget"
what is it,"
1T is called The Autocrat of the
Kitchen Table Chicago Record.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-01-06

II received letter yesterday from
a lawyer who has discovered that am
one Of the heirs to a large English es-
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Ibid he inclose a stamp2"
n ,todc 10 difference.

Then I don't see how you can make
anything out of that."-N. Y. Journal.
The Jewish South. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1893-1899, 1898-08-12
Rtcbmono News.

Mrs. Henry Kirsh is at Virginia Beach.
Miss Rachel Morris is at Far Rockaway, L, |.
The Misses Goldenberg are at Virginia Beach.
Miss Rita Goodman has returned from Virginia
Beach
Mr. H. s. Hirsh of Lynchburg, in the city
this week
Miss Fannie Mchelbacher has returned from
Washington
Mrs Meyer Sycle left this week for northern wa
tering places.
Mr. Samuel Uman has returned from asuccessful
fishing expedition
Miss Esther Hirshberg left this week for
tended trip North
Mrs Jeanette Hofheimer and family at the
Rockbrdge Alum Springs.
Mrs Rcka Waersten, who has been very sick
at Virgiaia Beach, is much improved.
Miss Blanche Semon left last Sunday to spend
two weeks at Ocean View.
Miss Mamie Hrshberg left last Sunday for Ocean
View, where she will pass two weeks.
Miss Jennie Hirshberg left this week to spend the
remainder of the summer in Atlantic City.
Mr.. Julius Sycle has returned from a three weeks
soourn at Atlantic City greatly improved in health
Mrs. Walter A. Ezekiel, of Cincinnati, is visiting
her sister n-law, Mrs William H. Brauer Of Henrco
Mrs. Frank Weidenfed and little daughter Louise
have returned from New York where they spent
June and July with relatives
Mr.. Henry S. Wallerstein left last Monday for
Baltimore, thence to Atlantic City, where he will
spend two weeks at the ellsworth.
Miss Sadie Kass of Philadelphia, who has been
visiting her mother north Tenth street returned
home for few days before going to Atlantic City.
Mrs. M. B. Oberdorfer, who was called to Raleigh
n G., last week by the serious illness of her athar
Mr. j. Schwartz, has returned home, bringing him
with her
On Monday night last the members of Fraternal
Lodge of Masons presented Mr. Marx Gunst with
handsome Past Masters jewel and set OF engrossed
resolutions.
DR.. Ernest c. Levy has returned from ten days
stay at the Hot Springs where he called to act
as resident physician during the sickness of DR.. r f.
Williams, the incumbent.
The Jewish South. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1893-1899, 1898-08-12
e Flew Arabtan Rigbts.

Under the above heading the Chicago News pub
fishes the following:
"A traveller tells of treasure chambers in Bagdad
that rival the tales of the Arabian Nights Among
these multi nonaircs the Sassoons, whose
banking firm exercises the function of great power
throughout Asia. Some members of this family have
The Jewish South. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1893-1899, 1898-08-12
Congregation ,Betb Ababa.

The SALE AND ASSIGNMENT OF PEWs for the year
1898 80 will take place at the Synagogue, SUN
DAY, the DIST day OF AUGUST at II o'clock A. M.
All interested are duly notified to be present
HENRY S. HUTzLER, Secretary
The Jewish South. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1893-1899, 1898-08-12
Wbat the Sew Wants.


The Jew does no want to be glor6ed or flattered,
but simply treated as among men, with jus
tcethat is ALL He does not desire his defects to be
emphasized nor his virtues to be exaggerated He
has been SO long the victim of prejudice that he has
become perhaps peculiarly sensitive to any afront;
and with public odiun easily aroused, partly
due to religious antagonism and partly tc envy,
there is ample if he prove over-senstive at
times He is not an angel, but certainly not a
demon
No other body of men has been CON
stanty pursued with such unreenting hatred His
survival is proof of his vitality and refutaton of the
slanderer. To-day he does not wish to be singled
out for comment criticism, if he curiosity
antiquarian specimen. But he does not pro-
pose to play the coward, whatever the issue All the
world loves the true hero and the Jew who has self
respect will command the respect of others.
The Jew in his synagogue can be Jew without
being un-American than a Christian in his
church Agnostic in his lecturehall But if outside
of the synagogue he is clansh and exclusive he is to
be blamed for the odum which results If he retains
a foreign atmosphere that is proof of his piety,
but of his want of patriotism. If in manner dress,
name, he is still the foreigner he need not wonder if
he is stgmatized un-American, when he cannot
overcome his own prejudices against the American
environment. On American soil the ew must
to be German, Russian Polish and the rest He must
ideas of honor culture and good breeding as are en-
bodied in the lives and of representative
Americans in genera.-JeWish Messenger.