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The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17
COrnVille.

The w. U. P. Club met with Lydia
Currier last Thursday. After quotations
from Shakespear the presidents mes
sage was delivered by the president,
Mrs. Sarah Kinsman.
Almond Whittier, II. b. Russell and
Fred Palmer are hauling their ice from
Athens this week.
Mrs. Atkinson was moved to Isaac
Freeman's Sunday and is reported a lit
tie better.
Geo. Wyman of Skowhegan, was in
town Tuesday on his way to Brighton.
Quite lot of lumber is being hauled
to Leavitt's steam mill, Athens.
r. W. Robbins of North Madison, was
in town Tuesday
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17
CORRESPONDENCE
st. Adams.

The warm weather following such an
unusually cold time, and the vanishing
somewhat of the mountain snow banks,
brings happiness to the people.
The South st. Adams Company have
secured their ice crop in good condition,
while others have had to discontinue
their work for time on account of water
on the pond.
Mr.. Daniel Wood is failing. He can
not sit up long at time and takes but
little nourishment.
Frank Miller has been very sick with
pneumonia, but Is considered some better
at this writing.
Mr.. Alvin Stevens and wife visited G
L. Wilder Of Cambridge, last Sabbath.
j. l.. Palmer aud family received a
very pleasant call from Rev. Mr.. Sweet
land and wife, aud Mr.. C. Cook and wife,
Wednesday Of last week.
j. 0. Mathews Is able to be- about the
house after his long illness.
Mrs. John Lowell, who has been on
the sick list, is improving.
The Palmyra Grange has bought the
scenery that was taken from the burning
opera building in Hartland.
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17
LarOne.

Robert Rice of Fairfield Center, was
in town, recently, in pursuit of COWS.
He purchased one of l.. Mason.
There is general hustle after saw dust
to cover ice. Many of the farmers in
Larone are using an ice tank for milk.
The teacher In No. Ii was taken sick
the second week Of school, and the school
is closed for the present.
A social entertainment will be given
on the anniversary of WashingrOn's
birthday at the home of James Haynes.
under the supervision of the L. B. s..
The Rev. Mr.. Hoffman attended the
meeting Mt Mr.. Magoon's, last Sabbath,
and left an appointment for the follow
ing Tuesday aud Wednesday evenings.
The people seemingly enjoy Mr.. Hoff-
man, and the lovers of music had treat
in listening to the singing of Mrs. Hoff.
man.
Mrs. Lizzie Morrow is sick with pIeu-
MONA and under the care Of DR.. Brown
Of Norridgewock.
Fred Tobey, our new milkman, met
with bad accident from horse step
ping on his foot, the weight bursting
the under side of Mr.. Tobey's foot, and
inflicting troublesome wound.
The wood haulers on Bear hill report
a visit from loupcervier one night, re-
Gently. The distant cry OF this animal
was heard by some in this place on the
same evening.
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17
Scion.

A large number of Masons and friends
went to North Arson Friday afternoon
to attend the funeral of Rev. G. A.
Laughton who was pastor of the M. Re.
church in this place for several years.
Among those who attended the Coon
Club minstrel show in this place from
North Arson last week were Mrs. Villa
Brown, Mrs. Helen Hilton, Mrs. George
Fl. Clarke, Mrs. DR.. Wing, Mrs. Harris
Williams, Fred Moore, Mr.. and Mrs.
Will French
Jacob Goodwin and wife of Skowhe-
gan, we're visiting Mr.. and Mrs. Leon
Merrill last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Washburn. A. F.
Donigan, Ben Adams and Sim Whitney
of Bingham were in town Thursday to
attend the show and dance.
Mrs Caroline, widow of the late
Eastman Thompson, passed away last
Monday morning after lingering illness
of several months
Albion Healey of Pleasant Ridge, was
in town Monday.
Ga account of the severe storm the
first OF the mouth, the Coon Club show
at Athens was postponed until Thursday
of this week. consequently the coOns all
lived to give their entertainment here,
Thursday last. will not attempt to
give a detailed account Of the entertain
ment for it was all so good that it would
he hard TO tell where to commence and
where to leave off. Every one that at
tended Was more than pleased, from
the time the curtain went up for the
opening chorus until it dropped at the
close of the farce, applause WAS freely
INDUCED in, but Of all the success that
the entertainment met with, the singing
and dancing of the 1.-TWO little girls in
blue" Misses Alta Gray and Genia Clark
calls for special mention. There were
about three hundred present, ABOUT fifty
of whom we're from SkowhegaD, East
Madison, Madison, North Arson and
Bingham, and many from Embden and
Concord. The ladies and gentlemen
from North Arson were so well pleased
with the entertainment, that they have
given the Scion Coon Club call to play
at North Arson on Friday evening, the
25th inst. The citizens OF this place are
trying to have the coOns give another
entertainment here In the near future,
but it has not yet been fully decided up.
on. The scenery and drop curtain fur
nish the hall in good shape and our citi-
zens congratulate themselves on having
the hest hall on the river, and are now
In shape to invite shows to visit our
town.
E. N. Merrill, Esq, of Skowhegan,
paid Mr.. ID. r. Mills fving visit, Mon
day, but the object of his visit has not
been made public.
The regular Monday good news that
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17

AT recent meeting of the Entomo-
logical society of Washington some
specimens of phrysopa, a species Of
golden eyed fly, WHICH had been collect
ed in the White mountains, were exhib-
tied as curiosities. because each carried
on its back one or more minute cecido-
myiid flies. The opinion was expressed
that this was "a true case of smaller
species of insect using larger species
for the purposes Of locomotion from
place to place Youth s Companion,
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17

The greater part of the cast off uni
forms of British soldiers find their way
into the shops of dealers in secondhand
clothing. The coats are then either cut
up, sold to theatrical managers or ex
ported to Africa and elsewhere for trad
ing purposes with the kaffirs and other
unciyilized people
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17
Concord.

jimmie, eldest daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. Ansel D. Goodrich, died Monday
morning, Feb. Ia, of congestion of the
brain. She has been in poor health
since last November although not con-
fined to her bed but few weeks. She
leaves father and mother, three sisters
and many other relatives and friends to
mourn. She was loved by all and will
be greatly missed in her home and also
by her many schoolmates and the family
have the heartfelt sympathy of the COM
munity in their bereavement. Her age
was Is years, months and Is days.
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17
Welcome Home.

Peddler-Wouldn' you like some
notices for your house, mum? It's very
cheering to a husband to see nice
motto on the wall when hefomes home.
Mrs. Dagg-You might sell me one
if you've got one that says, Better late
than never. New York Weekly.
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17

This Is the stamp that the letter bore
which carried the story far and wide.
OF certain cure for the loathsome sore
That dubbed up from the tainted tide
of the blood below. And twas Ayers name
And his sarsapariila, that all now know,
That was just beginning its fight of fame
with its cures of 80 years ago.
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17
Mercer.

Ali the schools in town have closed.
A. Whitcomb is able to be out again
Mrs. B. L. Frederic of Norridgewock,
was at her parents, Friday.
Carrie Allen was at home over Sun.
day.
The Golden Cross Society have lately
had box sociable.
Mr.. and Mrs. G.. NJ. Wood were in
Pennington, Friday.
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17

Recent statistics show that the Eng
lish citizen s heaviest bill after food.
rent, clothing and drink is hiSRas bill,
England pays 500, 600, 900 astear 70
the gas companies, and il is calculated
that the gas companies realize picht
OF $40, 900. 600 year
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17
Ayers .Sarsaparilla

is the original sarsaparilla. 1t
has behind it a record for cures
unequalled by any blood puri-
flying compound. It is the only
sarsaparilla honored by a
medal at the Worlds Fair Of
1898. Others initiate tn 9
remedy; they can't initiate the
record:
80 Years Of Cures.
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17

Do not forget that we carry one of the
largest lines of hot water bottles 10
town prices guaranteed. At SIMPSONS
the corner druggist.
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17
NATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE co
HARTFORD CONN.

Nov 1871 Commenced Blu siIess Dee 1911
JAMES NICHOLS, Pres. &. G. RICHARDS Sec,
Capital paid up in cash 100000.
ASSETS DEC. 81, 1897.
ReaI estate owned uuincumbered, a52, g7s 20
Loans on bond and mortgage FIRST liens) 7740l5 81
Stocks and bonds, market value, 2,Tl,l29 90
Cash In the compaDys principa! office
and In bank, 249lB ~
Premiums in due course of collection, 1885, s8 70
Aggregate of all the admitted assets Of
the company at their actual value, t,433o18 SO
LIABILITIES DEC 81, 1897
Net amount of unpaid losses and claims, S61 $50 OF
Amount required TO safely re-insure all
outstanding risks, l,!4,95 -
All other demands, viz; commissions etc l3O074 Ol
Total amount of liabilities except CAPT
tai stock and net surplus, 2599 %
Capital actually paid up In cash, 900 900 90
Surplus beyond capital, ,3804l9 80
Aggregate amount of liabilities including
net surplus, NASOiS 90
Dinsmore & Bickford, Agents. Skowhegan, Me.
c. B. Haskell, Agent, Pittsfeld, Me.
c. A. WILDER, Agent Madison, Me.
The Somerset reporter., 1898-02-17

IS %SI@
If you want Blanks Books,
Buy them of Bixby K Buck.
II you want the best Stationery
Buy it Of Bixby 4 Buck.
If you want Books,
Buy them Of Bixby K Buck.
If you want Dolls at half price
Co to Rixby & Bucks
If you want the best Boston
Bags,
Co to Bixby & Bucks
If you want Bargain in
Baskets,
Buy them of Blxby & Buck
II you want Toilet Goods,
Buy them of Bixby & Buck
If you want Hot Water Bottles
or Syringes,
Buy them of Bixby &'Buck
If you want pure Drugs and
Medicines,
Buy of Rixby & Buck
If you want a bottle of Paine's
Celery Compound, Lydia
E. Plnkham's Vegetable
Compound, Greene's Ner-
vura, any Medicines, Pills
or Plasters,
Buy Of 6ixby & Buck
If you want the Best Goods
at the Lowest Prices,
-PATRoNIZE-
RIxRY. 3. RINK
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
GEN. ToWLE SURPRISED.
CouId't Understand Mr.. EIIiott's Position
on Free Transportation BilI

Boston, March Ex-senator Towle had
a little encounter with Sterling Elliott
of the Massachusetts division of the L.
A. w, at the hearing on free transpor-
tation of bicycles before the railroad
commission today. Mr.. Elliott had said
that he did not favor the passage of the
bill, ard the senator thought it strange
that such prominent L. A w. man
in this state should be opposing here a
bill that the l.. A. w. all over the coun-
try is SO strongly advocating. Mr. Eli
oft replied that he was loo1ing forward
to the time when free transportation of
bicycles could be secured throughout the
country, and that his only objection to
the present bill was that he believed the
desired object would be secured without
1t before very long, in the natural course
of events
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23

FOR SALE-Delightful country res-
dence, brick house only acres OF Land.
adjoining pond, with good fishing and
boating; fine. water supply. with wind
nlll; good stable and substantial farm
house on estate; five miles from Mill
bury electrics and four from r. r, at
Oxford: Address e. R. Knowles, Ok
ford, Mass.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
NEW ENGLAND GOVERNORS.
Meeting in Boston to Consider Exhibit at
Paris Exposition.

Boston. March 22.-A convention rep
resenting the commercial and industrial
interests of the New England states, for
the purpose of considering the best
methods Of securing a proper display of
manufactured products of this section
at the Paris exposition in 19OO assembled
at Hotel Vendome. this morning.
1t was held under the auspices of the
Massachusetts, State Board of Trade
The executive representatives We're
Connecticut, Gov. Lorin A. Cook; Mas
sachusetts, Gov Roger Wolcott; New
Hampshire, Gov. George A. Ramsdell;
Rhode Island Gov. Elisha Dyer; Yer
mont, Gov. Josiah Grout; Maine, Gov.
Llewaynn Powers.
Presidents Of the state boards of trade
and other prominent citizens were also
among the delegates present.
The morning session opened at 10. 80
O'Clock. Charles E. Adams, president
of the Massachusetts Board of Trade,
presided Col. f. E. Boothbay of Port
land said that commissioner should
be appointed for Maine. Charles H.
Bartlett of Manchester, N. H., declared
that the way to Paris must be made
plain, easy and comparatively mex
pensive. The boards of trade can and
must do the work
]. w. Coughlin of Fall River, speaking
for Massachusetts, declared that it was
time to match our skill against that of
foreigners. Other nations have used
every means to extend their trade; we
have too long delayed. A committee of
the Legislature ought to confer with
the manufacturers and merchants of
the state.
Lieut.. Gov. James d. Dewell, presid-
ent Of the Connecticut state board of
trade, said that exhibitions are good
things. although he didn't believe that
the legislature Of Connecticut would ap-
propriate a cent. ''The idea down there
just now is economy" he said, "but I
have great faith in the boards of trade
of Connecticut, and believe they can
raise any amount of money needed by
private subscription"
E. c. Hovey, commissioner of Massa-
chusetts to the Chicago exhibition. in
1893, said that what is needed more
than anything else is pressure upon
congress to pass the bill which concerns
the Paris exposition. The bill asks for
the appointments of nine United States
commissioners and the appropriation of
81, 900, 900.
President Adams, of the Massachu-
setts state board of trade, offered the
following resolution, which was adopt
ed:
"Wm. Mckinley, president of the I'm
ited States;
"a representative convention of New
England commercial bodies assembled
at Hotel Vendome respectfully send
congratulations, express their hearty
approval, and thank you for your eff
forts to maintain an honorable peace
with foreign nations and believe that
they will be crowned with success"
The resolution will be forwarded to
Washington.
A committee was appointed to draw
up a memorial for presentation to con-
gress.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
AID ASSOCIATION RESTRAINED.

Boston, March 22.-An order was is
sued today by Judge Barker, in the su-
preme court, restraining the National
Masonic Aid Association of Westfield
from continuing longer in business. The
order was issued upon the application
of Assistant Attorney General De
Gooch, who represented Insurance Com
missioner Cutting. 1t was said that
there was $231S in the treasury of the
organization, which is to be divided
among fourteen persons. There are no
claims against the organization. An
order of notice was issued and the
court intinated that each of the mem
bers should be notified to appear. A
formal decree will be drawn later
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
BosToN FIRM ASSIGNS.

Boston, March 22.-The assignment of
the firm of Pitts, Kimball & Lewis, i'm
porters and retailers, to H. A. Belcher,
is announced. The firm is one of the
largest in the city. The amount of as
sets and liabilities is not stated. 1t is
thought that settlement will be eff
fected and the firm viii continue busi-
ness.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
A BIG LOT OF BAGGAGE.

The New York train. due in this city
at 1910 a. M, was delayed at the Union
station Tuesday for about 10 minutes
The school at Groton has closed for the
Easter vacation, and there were 10l
pieces of baggage from this institution
put.aboard the train
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
Agents Wanted.

AGENTS WANTED-We want good, re-
liable men to sell our high-grade nursery
stock; no experience necessary; liberal
secure permanent employment at good
pay. Add-ess w. D. Chase & Co., Ge-
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
Horses. Carriages. etc.

FOR SALE CHBAP-Pair fine driving or
work horses, equally as good for work
ing as driving; one bay, one gray, VT.
2300 lbs, perfectly sound, kind and styl-
either single or double. Address Box
525, Worcester Mass
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
Clalrvoyants and Massage.

PROF STRAND, reliable medium, 233
Main st; have you seen him? Cut this
out.
MRS. JULIA A. SPAULDING. clairvoy-
ant and magnetic healer, is at 548 Main
St. where she will be happy to meet both
patrons and friends. Examinations and
massage LOO each Room T. one fight
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
For Sale and Business Chances.

A RARE -Wanted-Partner to
take one-hagf interest in well-established
and profitable wholesale bottling and re-
tai liquor business in Providence, r. l.
Address P. o. Box S36, Providence, r. l.
BROWN LEGHORN EGGS for setting for
sale. c. Jenkins. Shrewsbury. Mass
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23

WANTED-To buy a small farm within a
few miles of city or near centre of some
town. Address Box l24, Paxton, Mass,
stating price and terms price must be
moderate.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
Board and Rooms.

A LADY wishes pleasant room and board
in quiet private family near Clark Uni
yersity. Address G., s4e, Spy Office.
TO RENT-Desirable ROOM steam, bath,
ETC., either front or side room. Dix,
near Harvard
TO LET = Finely furnished room light
warm and quiet, convenient bath. Will
lams, u Dread ST., near Piedmont
Church
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
Wanted Miscellaneous.
For observation-disclosures.

buy baby carriage in good
condition. Address Carriage, Spy Office.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23

FOR SALE OR TO LET-Farm of 40 acres,
good tillage land, minutes walk from
electrics, 10 minutes ride to steam cars.
Inquire George j. Neff, Beach St., Mil->
bury, Mass.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23

FOR SALE-Good loan in large or small
quantities, delivered to any part of the
city. Moses Perry 1ls Vernon st.
FOR SALE--Good hay, SIG per ton; Hun
garian, $l2 per ton; hay, oats; carrots
$l.50 per bbl J: S. Perry, l66 Vernon
St Telephone 668-3
FOR SALE-One No. Cincinnati uniyer-
sal tool room milling machine good as
new. with back gears, with or without
chuck, swivel wise. index centres, spiral
and rack cutting attachment. G. L..
Brownell, 40 Union st.
RANGES down, 81 per week. $50 Sec
ond-hand ranges fitted up and fully war :.
ranted. IS to S15 Guy Furniture Co.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23

FOR SALE-The house known as ga In
stitute road and II Dean ST., belonging to
estate of Mrs. LenoX, each containing
"A rooms, all modern improvements, less
than years old. hard wood; easy terms,
corner house furnished. Henry e. Hill,
314 Main ST '
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23

TEACHERS PARTY TO WASHINGTON
April 1st $25 90 covers every expense; all
rail tour. ]. F. Healy, 1856 Main St, or E.
e. Thompson, principal Ledge st. school,
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
Mines and Mining.

privileges for sale on Cana
dian rivers tributary to the Yukon. For
full particulars address Klondike Pro-
motion Co., Dexter building, Chicago.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23

Many forms of nervous debility in men
yield to the use of Carter's Little Liver
PMS. Valuable for nervous wealSn ess.
night sweats. Try them.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
Teachers and Schools.
D.A!l. Al.NCTNG

PROF. V. ]. FoRTIER's ACADEMY.
AIS Main st. Open 10 a. m. to Ii p. M
Glasses Wednesday and Friday. p. m.
Children's class Saturday. 2.3o p. m.
Waltz guaranteed in two private lessons.
Private lessons any hour.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
Business Notices.

Rates Tor one week or more under this
heading 2iA cents per line each insertion.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23

FOR SALE-Two cottages on Lake st g.
tenement house on Hancock St, all mod
ern, and will be sold low; also Groom
2-tenement house around haywood ST.
Central Exchange, 507-S State Mutual
building.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
For Sale, Real Estate.

Rates for one week or more under thig
heading: 2h cents per line each insertion.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
chiropodIst and Manicure.

CORNS, BUNIONs. club or ingrowing
nails treated without pain. Mrs. Q. E.
Riley, Walnut st.
MISS A. v CARBERRY treats corns,
warts ounions club and ingrowing nails
without pain; alse manicure. Room 49,
Bul inside building. 339 Main st. Work at
residence when desired. Open evenings
until g.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
To Flats and Houses.

Rates for one week or more under this
heading: 2h cents per line each insertion.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23

TO RENT-Pleasantly located furnished
room in private house, steam heat, gas
and use of bath, within 5 minutes Of
City Hall. Address p. o. Box S45.
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
Situations Wanted Female.

SITUATION WANTBD-To do cooking or
general houseworl, by an experienced
girl; good reference. Address U. n S45.
april
Worcester morning daily spy., 1898-03-23
sItuatIons Wanted-Male.

WANTED : BY Nova
Scotian on farm where he can have
tenement; farm hands, hotel help, green
men. Mrs. Jones, 4l0 Main st.. room H.
Telephone 1894
Evening journal., 1898-07-22
BASEBALL SCORES.
Results of Yesterdays Games In the Ma.
tional League.

At New York
New York !. 0 0 0e1 o. o 81
Pittsburg 30 0 0 0 o 0 "a
Hits-New York. 4; Pittsburg. 3. Err
rors-New York. o; Pittsburg. 0. Bat
teries-seymour and Grady; Hastings
and Schriver.
Second game
New York e. 4 4 0 1 2 0 Ill
fittsburg ... 0 o 2 0 2 o
Hits-New York Il; Pittsburg. IS. Er.
rors-New York. 0: Pittsburg. a. Bat
teries-Gattig and Warner; Tannehir
and Schriver
At Brooklyn
Brooklyn 30 0 0 2 o 0 o. 2
Louisville o.. 0 l 0 0 p
Hits-Brooklyn. 8; Louisville. IL. Err
rors-Brooklyn. 2; Louisville. A. Batter
ies-kennedy and Grim; Frazer and
Kittredge.
Second game
Brooklyn Gee. 0 0 0 0 0 0 o. 4
Louisville o.. 0 0 0 / 0 2 3 l. Z
Hits-Brooklyn. s; Louisville. s. Err
rors-Brooklyn, 8; Louisville. 8. Batter
ies-Dunn and Ryan: Altrock and Pow
ers.
At Washington
Washington. 0 l 4O1 0 o. G
Cincinnati O.. 0 0 ? ? 3 0 5-12
! Hits-Washington. 12; Cincinnati, IS.
Washington. 3; Cincinnati 2.
Batteries-Dineen. weighing and Nc
CURE; Damman. Hawley and Peitz.
Second game
Washington. 0 0 2 / 4
Cincinnati &c. 0 0 0 2 o. Z
Hits-Washington. s: Cincinnati. II.
Errors-Washington. 4; Cincinnati. /.
Batteries-Swaim and Mcclure; Brei-
tenstein and Peitz.
At Baltimore
Baltimore % o o 2 / 3
Cleveland % 0 3 / 0 o. &
Hits-Baltimore, Il: Cleveland 9. Err
rors-Baltimore, ?; Cleveland, l. Bat
teries-McJames, Kitson and Robinson;
Jones and Criger.
Second game
Baltimore % 1 0 0 0 0 O-1
Cleveland % 2 o 0 1 o.
Hits-Baltimore. 8; Cleveland. z. Er-
rors-Baltimore. 3; Cleveland 0. bat
teries-Nops, Kitson and Clarke: Young
and thinner.
At Boston
Boston .............., 2 0 l 5 -
st. Louis...,......... 0 0 / 0 o.
Hits-Boston. Z; ST. Louis, p Errors
Boston, 0; st. Louis. o. Batteries
Lewis and Yeager; sudhoff and Glenn
ents.
At Philadelphia
Philadelphia O 0 0 0 o 0 -
Chicago .....O 0 0 0 0 0 o.
J Hits-Philadelphla 6; Chicago. g. Er
rors-Philadelphia, 4; Chicago. O. Bat
teries-Fideld and Mcfarland Grimti
and Chance.