The Press., 1898-01-13

Springs Is substantial evidence that his work for his party is appreciated.
 Mrs. Stephen Hiscock and daughter, Miss Grace Hiscock, evangelists, of New ing service at the Baptist church next Sunday. A cordial welcome awaits all who attend.
 Last Monday was the eighteenth anni- versary of the birthday of Arthur Con- ners, and his young friends gave him a reminder of the fact in the nature of a surprise party. Ice cream and other re- treatments were served, and a general good time enjoyed by all.
 For several days large force of line men have been at work in this vicinity removing the poles and wires of the Western Union telegraph line, which runs through this place. The line has been discontinued, and the removal of the poles will add much to the looks of our streets.
 The Wednesday evening meetings at the Universalist church are attended by large audiences who take a deep interest in the discourses. Don't forget that the third meeting of the series will be held next Wednesday evening at 7.30 o'clock , and that the speaker is to be Rev. c. w. Riddle, D. D., of Brookline, Mass.
 The entertainment in the town hall last Thursday evening, considering the bad weather, was we'll patronized, and the Grange will add some fifteen or twenty dollars to their treasury in consequence. Too much praise cannot be accorded the In l-- k1o e. with possibly one or two exceptions, their work would rank with the best in a met ropolitan stock company.
 Early last Saturday morning there was standing by the side of H. F. Cady's store saw-horse, and on 1t was full-sized ox- yoke, with both bows in and turned up- ward. On one bow was tackled a large card with the word Sands" and on the other @ similar card with the word, Bus ter" What was the meaning, or how it came there we know not, but everybody Is at liberty to draw their own differences. s. Taylor, who has been connected with the Riverside Woolen company's mill for the past three months, has resigned his position, and in about two weeks will leave here to assume full control of two
  parture causes much regret here, where he Is highly regarded by all classes. It Is understood that his family will remain I here for the present.
 The Experience" social and supper at the Baptist church last evening was well attended notwithstanding the bad weath- CT. The supper was much enjoyed and the "experience" of the ladies, told in rhyme, was we'll worth listening to. One of the most pleasing features of the even- ing, and one that was appreciated by all In attendance, was a duet by Miss Gertie Wightman and Miss Annie Taylor.
 While at work last Tuesday making repairs on the box shop at the Dr. Mann place, Ellithorpes, Louis Morse met with quite an accident, which will confine him to the house for a few days. In some way large stick of timber fell, striking him on the head, and but for 8 plank which | he held in his hands receiving a part of the blow, 1t would have been a serious matter for him. As it was, he was made insensible for a time, the side of his head badly cut, and his shoulder somewhat bruised, necessitating the services of 8 physician.
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 Ernest Washburn, boss spinner at the Summit woolen mill, is very sick with the pneumonia, but at the present writing is a little better.
 The Christian Endeavor society of the Congregational church held memorial services last Sunday evening in memory of Mrs. A. s. Eaton.
 Herbert West, who has been confined to the house for about two months, is once more able to be out doors.
 1 Thomas Rawley, superintendent of the Summit woolen company,is now boarding with Mrs. J. O. Booth.
 The young people of the Home reading circle will give an entertainment at the M. E. vestry next Tuesday evening consisting of select readings, character songs, mandolin solos and quartettes by male voices. The pleasing farce Wanted, Confidential Clerk, will also be given. Ice cream will be on sale Ad mission 10 cents.
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 Martin Pomeroy, who has been quite sick, Is now convalescent
 Mrs. Lima Newell Aver of Hartford fl spending the week with her mother.
 The Willing Workers are preparing fo an entertainment to be given Feb. 7th.
 MT. and Mrs. Walter Skinner of Rock vile called on friends the first of the week
 Miss Mabel Graves, who lives at dis tance of nearly two miles from the church has not been absent from Sunday schoo for over two years