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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
FUNERAL OF n. M. PHELPS.
Buried Tuesday Afternoon With Ma
sonic Cernmoniea -Mnnx Floral Tributes.

Buried Tuesday Afternoon with Ma
sonic Ceremonies Many Floral Tributes.
The funeral OF es Alderman Homer VI.
Phelps was held Tucsdap afternoon at 2
O'Clock from tho Baptist church, Rcv. DIR.
w. s. Roberts, pastor OF the church. Of
hciating. The music was furnished by the
church choir.
After the services at the church the re-
mains wore taken in charge by Burlington
Lodge, No 100, Frank =. Robinson, j. W.,
acting worshipful master, the NJ w. Hon.
Hamilton S. Peck being too Ill to attend,
and buried with Masonic honors in the
family lot in Lakovlew cemetery. Owing
to the fact that Mr. Phelps was past
grand officer of tho Grand Lodge of Ma
sons of the state and had been II member
of an important committee IN that grand
body for score of years or more, the
grand master NJ. W. ID. n. Nicholson was
invited to officially render the beautiful
burial service of tho order. H. II. II. Ross,
32d degree, comma nder-in-chef Of the Ver-
mont consistory, representing tho Scot
fish Rite, acted as chaplain. The bearers
were Dr. J. NJ. Clarke, representing Bur
lngton Chapter. Royal Arch Masons; Geo.
II. Krsley, past grand senior deacon of
the Grand Lodge; II. ~ Drury. George d.
Wright Dr. e. B. johnson, and Albert
Killam, grand steward, the last five being
charter members of Burlington lodge and
DR.. Clarke a past master of the same.
The Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons
was represented by Warren G.. Reynolds
grand secretary. The procession was in
charge of Gen. William l.. Grcenleaf,
marshal of the lodge, assisted by A. /.
IGoodhue, assistant marshal.
There was q large attendance of the
relatives and friends OF the deceased at
the church, II. b. Mcigs and wife OF Bal
timorc being among those present. The
Masonic fraternity were out in large num-
bcrs and the first master OF Burlington
Lodge was tenderly laid to rest by the
hands of his beloved brethren of the mys-
! tic tie.
The floral offerings were many and
beautiful Among them were a Maltese
cross of roses and carnations represent
ing Knight Tcmplar Masonry and sur
rounded by a raised square and compass
es Of purple, representing Blue Lodge Ma
sorry from Burlington Lodge; a key
stone of beautiful flowers from the Grand
Royal Arch Chapter of Vermont; and a
handsome pillow of roses. carnations, as
ters' and Chrysanthemums ovcrlad with q
large square ana compasscs in royal pur-
pie from the Grand Lodge, f. and A. NJ.
of the State of Vermont. A key stone OF
handsome flowers was also presented by
burlington Chapter, X. A. Masons, DIR. j
NJ. Clarke, high priest. There was also a
wreath from the Baptist church and de.
signs from number of friends.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
UNCOlLECTED TAXES,
Constable Sails VIII Have Warrants For
$4,000 Placed In His Hands.

The uncolected taxes OF this year which
are to be placed in Constable Sails hands
for collection will amount to about sl2,-
om, which sum is about $500 short of the
amount of last year Tho list includes tho
following railroad property: Central Yer
mont $3.50; Rutland, si170; Vermont and
Canada, controlled by the Central YER
mont, s2G20 The Burlington Traction
company are surely among the favored
MS the assessors decided to exempt them
from taxation. According to the statute
the property of the Traction company Is
exempt because all of their property Is
used for railroad purposes. The Central
Vermont and Rutland roads have consid-
cradle property which Is not used for rail-
roadins and that is the reason they arc
taxed. The Traction company have for
the past two years refused to pay taxes
as they claimed they should be exempt.
Constable Sails Will have two years taxes
against them, however, amounting to
about 5000. The action of the assessors
this year is an indication that the Trac-
ton company's property is not assessable.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
A HOME WEDDING,

Percy L. Davidson of Boston and Miss
Florence G Booth, eldest daugh-
ter of Mr.. and Mrs. Edward
J. Booth of this city, were mar
ried at the bride home Tuesday night at S
o'clock by Rev 9. l.. Hall, pastor of the
Methodist church. 1t was a family we'd
ding, relatives from out OF town who were
present being a brother of the groom from
Boston, Mrs. George A. Martin Of Green
field, Mass, Mrs. Samuel Booth of Gin
ton, Mass, Miss Mary NJ. Gould of Wal
than, Mass, and Mrs Bardwell and son
of Somerville, Mass. Tho Howard Opera
House orchestra furnished music and re-
freshments were served by Caterer Coon.
The bride received many beautiful gifts
from her friends Mr., and Mrs. Davidson
left on the 1906 train for a wedding trip
and will reside in Boston, where the
groom is connected with the Winthrop Ma
tional bank. The young couple will re-
ceve the congratulations and best wishes
OF wide circle of friends.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
THE GREAT BURLINGTON FAIR.


The fair at Howard Park next week is
sure to- be tho biggest event this year In
the Champlain Valley Tho managers are
sparing no pains to make fair week at
the park one of pleasure for all who at
tend. having provided a programme which
in its variety of entertaining features viii
eclipse anything heretofore attempted.
The free variety entertainment each day
of the fair is a new feature at the park
and secured Mt considerable expense to
the association, but tho managers arc
bound to give the people their money $
worth and good time. The reduction of
the price of admission to % cents is n lib
oral concession and will, without doubt,
he the means of doubling the usual at
tendance Tho famous sherman band will
render its finest music, while the circuit
races by the grandost field Of trotters and
PAGERS ever seen in the State will he of
unusual interest. Entries for premiums
already received Indicate that all de-
partmonts will he well filled. Tho war Is
over and 1t Is fitting that the farmers
annual festival be made time of general
rejoicing over the glorious victories of
our gallant soldiers and sailors.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
AMUSEM EkTS
An Auspicious Opening For the Season o
the Howard Opera House.

An audience which tested the capacity
OF the opera house greeted and applauded
the Observation-Disclosures Comedy company
at the Howard Monday night, when they
opened their weeks engagement. The
play was Howard +. Taylor's war drama,
Maine and Georgia" and that II met with
the popular approval was evidenced ty
the liberal applause bestowed upon every
scene.
The opening scene Is laid in the rural
districts Of Maine, where the motif is laid
for the succeeding scenes, The comedy
element was very strong and provoked
much laughter. Miss Minnie Stanley was
particularly pleasing in the title role of
Georgia Warren, especially in the emo
tional scenes, and dressed the part with
exquisite taste. The other members of
the company acquitted themselves very
cre1itably and gave evidence that the
company is a large and versatile one.
Pleasing specialties were introduced be-
tween each act, including illustrated
songs by the hasten sisters, Harry Tan
sey in songs and dances, hasten, Duey
and hasten in negro songs, dances and
cake walks, Fred Russell in a Chinese
musical act, al! OF which were we'll re-
ceived
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
CITY COURT.

Patrick Lavelle got on a roaring drunk
a few days ago and Thursday he acknowl-
edged to Judge Russell that he had been
intoxicated. A fine of s. and costs of s9.5l
was the courts price George Loco was
disclosed on and he pleaded not guilty to
furnishing but he was fined $40 and costs
of $c05l. or a choice of l23 days down the
road An appeal and $50 bail followed.
Frank Lemair who celebrated Sum
day at the shrine of Bacchus, tod Judge
Russell Thursday that he purchased "A
half pint of whiskey from Adore Ham
lin. Hamlin was taken into court and his
plea was not guilty, but 80 and costs OF
seo.51 were indications that the judge did
not believe him. An appeal was taken and
500 bail furnished
Edward Amel, who was mixed up in the
Melina PORTER row on upper Elmwood
avenue last Sunday morning, pleaded not
guilty to a breach of the peace Friday
before Judge Russell. The evidence was
against him. however, and he was fined s,
and costs Of S20l or given choice OF
! Y days in the work house. Frank Lemaire
was brought before the court on a charge
| Of furnishing the liquor that crazed the
inmates OF the Poirer retreat. lie plead
cd not guilty but the court had barrel
of evidence against him and a fine of 81
and costs of SlI.01 followed. An appeal was
taken and so bail furnished.
The suit of the st. Louis Aluminium
Casting company versus l.. b. Lord &
Son for the value of a bicycle was heard
In City Court Monday. A decision was
rendered in favor of tho defendant to re-
cover costs of $3.50. An appeal was taken
and $50 bail furnished.
Eighteen months at hard labor in tho
pcnitentlary," said Judge Russell Mon.
day after the evidence against Isaac ]
Prince had been introduced. Prince stole
O bicycle recently from the firm of Monte.
fore & Warner of Montpelier. The thloi
who pleaded guilty has been living In st
Adams but he knew better than to appen
with the wheel which he sold for 81 &c
Thomas Mckenzie The bicycle was sto,
len in the town of Shelhurne, which ac.
counts for his trial in this county. Chief
Smith will take the man to Windsor TO-
day.
Zeb Francis and John Gadue were ar.
rested in Winooski Tuesday morning by
Deputy Ballou for intoxicatlon ant
breaches of the peace. Justice Flint fnec
them each s. and costs on the first charge
and held Francis for a disclosure. Gadut
disclosed on the American House in Wi
nooski.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
THE LATE WILLIAM FITZGERALD.

q
The funeral ceremony over the body of
the late William Fitzgerald of ll9 Cherry
street, who died Saturday morning was
held at st. Patrick's cathedral Monday ut
O'Clock a. m, the Rev p. j. Barrett Of
iiciating. The following gentlemen, who
have been his most intimate friends acy-
cd as bearers: James Burke. Edward
Dwyer, +. II. Corley. ]. W. Madigan, John
Ready and George b. Rand. The remains
were inferred at St. Joseph's cemetery.
Mr.. Fitzgerald was born in the county
of LIMERICK, ireland. whence he removed
TO this country AZ years ago, settling in
the town of Charlotte, where he remained
seven years He then moved to this city,
where he has resided for the past 10 years,
For seven years he was in the restaurant
at the depot in which place he met with
considerable success. lie then went into
the grocery business on North Champlain
street where he remained for II years.
At the time of his death he was keeping
! a variety store at III Cherry street. He
was alderman of the third ward for the
period of one year. when he resigned on
| account of poor health. For three years
| he held the office of school commissioners
| for the third ward, and was building in
spector for two years. He was one of the
charter members of St. Mary's Mutual Be-
novelent society, He is survived by his
wife, Mary one son, John r., and one
daughter, Mary Il. Fitzgerald. Mr. Fitz-
gerald has lived n very exemplary life and
was man of irreproachabe charcter
! He has made 4 wide circle of friends In
the city, by whom he will be greatly miss
/ cd
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Thrown FROM A LOAD OF HAY.

Solomon Pratt OF Colchester, while pass
ing along the lower road near the brick
yard between this city and Winoosh Tues
day was thrown from his wagon, break
ing his hip.
Mr.. Pratt was coming to this city with
load of hay and while passing down n
grade the bolt holding up tho pole broke,
letting one side drop. so that the wagon
was thrown into the ditch. The horses
tried TO run and in endeavoring 10 hold
them, Mr.. Pratt was thrown to the
ground. breaking his right leg just above
the knee. His ribs were injured and It Is
thought that he is internally injured. The
man was taken TO the Fanny Allen hos
pital, and after his wounds were dressed
he was taken to his home.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
EXCITING RUNAWAY.

The milk team owned by Smith Broth
ers Of Shelburne was left standing OH
North ST., near tho corner of Rose Tues
day morning. The horse became fright
ened and ran at furious rate down
North street, crossing tho track several
times and spilllng considerable milk
Thomas Farrell OF North street started
after the horse on his bicycle and sue
ceeded In ovcrtaking him at the corner Of
North avenue. Tho horse had slaekened
his speed considerably, and young Far
rcll jumped from his bicycle and succeed
ed In stopping tho animal NO serious
damage was done. There was u grea
scattering Of people and teams and tn,
runaway horse was given exclusive righ
OF way.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
ELL p Nc ITALIANS.
Fruit Vender's Daughter Gone with One
of His Employees.

The Italian quarter is in "a state of fe-
verish excitement over the elopement last
Sunday night of Lawrence Merlini with
Aida Andreani, daughter of the fruit VEN
der, G.. Andrcani, who is located on
Church street. Merlin who is in the
employ of Andreani, fell desperately in
love with Aida, who Is only in her teens.
Merlini is about q years old. The girls
parents objected to the match on the
ground that their daughter was too
young to take such serious step. They
did all in their power TO keep the young
people from seeing each other, hoping
thus to break up the attachment. But OPP
position is the worst kind of cure for
young people in love. They managed 10
evade detection Sunday morning and stole
away. The girls parents were informed
Il few hours later that they had a new
son-in-law, postal card from Mcrini
saying that they had gone to Montreal.
Andreani teegraphed to that place but
could lind no trace of the Young couple.
The card was evidently sent rs n blind
After vain efforts to head off the clippers
the parents have resigned themselves to
the inevitable and are patiently waiting
their return that they may forgive them
The question of money could not have
entered into the affair as young Merlin
is well off He owns valuable real estate
in the old country
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01

JOHNSON-In this city. Aug. 81, Will
liam John. the eight-months-old son Of
Mr.. and Mrs. j. w. johnson, % Maple
street.
EVANS-Entered into rest, from her
residence in Englewood, y. j.. Friday
morning August 26th. Sarah Elizabeth
Cole. wife of the late d. Webster Evans.
FITZGERALD,-ln this city, at 2:l5
o'clock Saturday morning, of pneumonil,
William Fitzgerald of Cherry street
pHELPS-ln this city Saturday, Aug.
u, Homer NJ Phelps, aged 6S years.
CILLEY-At Winooski, Aug. IS, Mrs. j.
W. Ciley, aged 70,
Burial at Richmond
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
ELOPERs RETURN.

Lawrence Merlinl and Aida Andreani,
who Is now Mrs. Lawrence Merlini, re-
turned to this city last night by boat from
Plattsburgh after delightful wedding
trip, even though 1t was stolen one. 1t
appears that the happy couple went to
Albany, N. Y, successfully evading all
pursuit, and were made one. The father
of the bride, G. Andreani received tele-
gram and a letter from his new son-in-
law. dated at Albany, stating that they
would arrive in this city Wednesday night
by steamer from Plattsburgh. The pa
rents OF the girl have resigned themselves
to the inevitable and gave the clippers a
cordial reception.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
Ten r1iIIion Wheelmen.

1t is stated by competent authority that
there are ten million people In America
who are bicycle riders. Probably each
one gets an average of one hurt In sea-
son, and that lis just whom Henry &c
Johnsons Arnlca & Oil LinIment gets in
its good work. Nothing has ever been
made that will cure bruisc, cut or sprain
so quickly. Also removes pimplss, sun
burn, tan, or freckles. Clean and nice TO
use. Take II with you. Costs 20 cents per
bottle. Three times as much In q 30 cent
bottle. All druggists soil 1t and guarantee
It to give satisfaction or money re-
funded.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
Distressing Stomach Disease.

Permanently cured by the mastery
power of South American Nervine Tonic.
lnyalds need suffer no longer because
this great remedy can cure them all. 1t
is a cure for the whole world OF stomach
weakness and Indigestion. The cure be-
gins with the first dose. The relief It
brings is marvellous and surprising. IT
matter how long you have suffered, your
cure is certain under the use OF this great
health-giving force. Pleasant and always
safe. Sold by r. Il, Stearns d Co., drug
glsts. Burlington. Vt.
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personal.

Mrs. George F.. Howes was the con-
tralto of the festival of the Western New
mont last week She sang Jesus of Naz-
areth Praiseth," Jordan; my Heart at
Thy Dear Voice." Samson and Delilah
Bemberg's "Hlndoo Song" "At Last"
from Jordan's opera of Rip Van Wrinkle,
sextette from Lucia" quintettc from
"Rlgoletto." and the Swan and the Sky
lark" and was enthusiastically applauded
throughout
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
SUIT For DAMAGES.

Andrew Butler was sued by Joseph Gill
mond Saturday for 500 damages and in
default of bail was placed in Jail. But
Ter was in Battery Park August 10, and
assaulted Stella, the minor daughter of
Gilmond and few days later was taken
into City Court and fined for the Of
Tense. Gilmond seeks to recover for dam
ages he claims 10 have sustained by the
assault, The case is returnable before
Justice Spaulding September s.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
Shake Into Your Shoes

Aliens Foot-Ease, a powder for the
feet. 1t cures painful, swollen, smartlng,
nervous feet and instantly takes the sting
out OF corns and bunions. It's the great
est comfort discovery of the age. Aliens
Foot Ease makes tight or new shoes feel
easy. 1t Is Il certain cure for sweating,
callous and hot. tired aching feet. Try
1t to-day. Sold by all druggists and shoe
stores. BY mail for 25c In stamps Trial
package free, Address, Allen s. Olmsted,
lie Roy, N. Y.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
SCHOOLS OPEN MONDAY.
REVISED LIST OF TEACHERS IN ALL
DEPARTMENTS.
Pomeroy Building Not Quito Ready For
Occupancy Principal Thomas of the
High school Arranging tho Work
For the Year

All of the public schools with the exccp-
ton of the primary and intermediate de-
partments of the Pomeroy building will
open next Monday for the year. The
Pomcroy kindergarten will open in the
Star Hose building Monday. The school
buildings have undergone general clean
ing and some needed repairs have been
made. The improvements on the Pomeroy
building have been delayed owing to the
delay in receiving the iron work. 1t is
expected that the building will be ready
for occupancy in a few weeks.
Principal Thomas of the High school Is
organizing the work for the coming year
and there will be but few changes in text
books and courses of study. Mr.. Thomas
will meet the High school teachers Sat
urday afternoon at o'clock at the High
school building to prepare the work for
the term
The corrected list of the teachers is as
follows:
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A CARD OLE THANKS.

We. the undersigned wish to express
our heartfelt thanks to our friends and
neghbors who were so kind to us during
the sickness and death of our beloved son
and brother. and our most sincere appre-
citation of the many beautiful flowers pre-
scented at the burial
MIR. AND MRS. ALLEN NORTON,
MIR. AND MRS. WARREN OLDRCFF,
FRED +. NORTON.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
STATE SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVEN-
U,JnN

The State Sunday School association
will hold it's annual convention at Lyn-
donville, October ~. 10 and IA. S. b. Ca
pen, president of the International asso-
citation, which includes all OF the associa-
tons in the United States and Canada
will be present and will deliver an address
on the work OF the International associa.
ton
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
MEMS LIST.

H. s. Andrews, ]. A. Anderson, r. H..
W., Frank p. Brigham, John f. Gendron,
II. d. Hallanon, Mr., and Mrs, G. w. How
ard. Edmond Hamet, A. II. Hicks, r. Ha-
ley e Co, w. Kerney, l.. Myra Co., Eddy
Shardy, Mr.. Wiswell.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
PROBATE COURT.
Business Transacted for the Week End
ing Aug. 81, 1898.

Mary Ann Williams estate, Jericho. will
proved, letters testamentary issued to l..
T.. Wilbur and NJ. =. Maurice and c. A.
Jackson appointed commissioners and APP
praisers, all of Jericho.
William ID. Hogan's estate. Burlington,
license granted to sell real estate.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01

Miss Ida A. Brown, Josephine Bcster,
Mrs, n. s. Boardman. Miss r. L. Duncan
Mrs. T.. C. Dearborn, Annie Hughes. Mrs
G. f. K!lgore, Mrs. Harry Smith, Miss
Elizabeth Stewart.
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PRIZES WON BY RURLINGToNIANs

PRIZES WON BY RURDINGTONIANS
Burlington was well represented in the
bicycle races at Plattsburgh. Fred j.
Cross in the professional class, came away
with two prizes. He took second in the
one mile open and third in the half mile
open. Abner LOCO took second in the half
mile and third In the one mile amateur.
Peter Snyder took first prize in the one
mile novice, Five prizes taken by three
Burlington boys in one day is pretty
good showing.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
Rcliefin Six Hours.

Distressing Kidney and Bladder disease
relieved in six hours by New Great
South American Kidney Cure" 1t is a
great surprise on account of its exceed
ing promptness in relieving pain in blad-
der. kidneys and back. In male or female.
Relieves retention of water almost imme-
datey. II you want quick relief and cure
this is the remedy. Sold by r. b. Stearns
e. Co., druggists. Burlington. VT
Reward paid for every case OF skin trou.
BILE Crystallna fails to cure or benefit.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
ADVERTISED LETTERS.
WOMEN'S LIST.

List of unclaimed letters in the Bur-
lington postoflice for the week ending
Aug. 30, 1895:
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
Keeps Folks Well.

1t is better to KEEP we'll than to GEt
we'll, although when one is sick 1t is do
sirable to GET well. When we considt
that eight-tenths of the ailments that a.
fiict the American people are caused by
constipation, We shall realize why It Is
that Baxters Mandrake Bitters KEEPS
folks we'll" or If sick, enables them to
GET well. Mandrake's Ritters cures eon-
stipatlon. All druggists guarantee it. OF
money refunded.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
LAMOILLE COUNTY FAIR.

The Lamoille county fair at Morrsville
Is to be held next week, September 7, s,
3, and not Sept. 10, a. Is, as previously re-
ported in the State papers
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
Price 25 Cents a Bottle.

Why not step into the nearest drug
store and set bottle and by using 1t be
assured of good health through tho try
ing spring months.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1898-09-01
HIGH SCHOOL.

Principal-lsaac Thomas.
First assistant-Efie Moore.
Second assistant-L. Florence Burdick.
Third assstant-Phebe NJ. Towle.
Fourth ass!stant-Nclle A. Mower.
Fifth assistant-Annic i. Sherburne
Teacher of French and German-Annic
7. Smith.