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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
THE JOKE TOO SERIOUS.
sheriff Graves VIII Mako an Example of
Randall Blodgstt-MurPhy Better.

Waterbury. Feb. 26-Randall Blodgett
the ring leader of the fake lynching party
has given himself to the officers and
thrown himself on the mercy of the law.
He kept in concealment until Saturday af-
ternoon and then presented himself at the
home of Sheriff Graves, whom he assault
ed Thursday morning.
Blodgett states as follows: Some of
the boys had said 'Doherty ought to b.
hung, SO Blodgett, who is noted for his
practical jokes enlisted about a dozen
men to make up a vigilance committee
and fake a lynctsng party. Their only
purpose was to Brighten Doherty, and had
no serious intentions. The way in which
the joke was carried into effect is familiar
to the public. 1t was a dangerous joke
and no one but a man like Blodgett, who
knows no fear would have attempted ii.
His previous reputation and the fact that
the officer knew him is all that prevented
him from being shot. Now that the facts
are all brought to light it is evident it was
only done for a little fun. As has already
been proven, Blodgett's rifle was not load
ed"
In an interview with Sheriff Graves he
said: Such an occurrence as that even If
meant for n joke, cannot be passed un-
noticed | have no personal i'll feelings
towards Randall Blodgett and have no
doubt now that it was all in fun. but II
Is very serious kind of amusement !
have about 70 deputies under me in the
State and to protect them and myself
from any more such occurrences | propose
to make an example of this case. II | had
not been acquainted with Blodgett he
would have been dead man to-day"
Murphy remains in about the same con-
dition with chance Of recovery
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redress. but the German government
would support the claims as much as pos
siblc ana would cndeaVor to see that Ger
mans did not come off any worse than
others.
The foreign minister then discussed the
question Of Samoa saying that by the gcn-
eral act Of 1889 the triple rule of Germany,
Great britain and the United States was
established over those islands. Since the
act came into force he continued there
had been no lack of friction between the
representatives. of the different powers
which had been due to the dsorderly
character Of the population.
The minister of foreign affairs then said .
1.-THE final settlement of the succession
rests with the powers. I refrain from
delivering decisive judgment on the
whole course of events in Samoa IN ! the
written reports arrive and are closely
examined. But I hold strongly to the
hope that We shall succeed in disposing
also of these latest troubles in Samoa,
with due protection for German rights
and interests and in n manner which cor
responds with the friendly relations eX-
listing between the three governments
concerned
"That things in Samoa require roadiust-
mont is a principle Acknowledged on all
sides. 1t cannot be denied that the tri-
dominium has not stood the ordeal We
are prepared on our part to consent to Il
clean separation, if the two other pow
els consent. But as long as this agree
ment does not exist, we shall hold to the
act of 1899 and we shall not allow the
rights which that act gave us to be cur
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
INTERESTING FARMERS MEETING.
Homo Mixed Fertilizers Likely to Prove
n Profitable Subirct.

North Tunbridge Feb. 2S.-The board of
agriculture began Il series of meetings
here this afternoon which judging from
the interest shown by those present prom
Uses to be very successful.
c. J. Bell of Walden after responding to
the address of Welcome by Rev. Mr.. Alden
gave II very interesting talk on co-opera-
tive creameres, Mr.. Bell was followed by
Mr. e. S. brigham of st. Adams. who
gave a talk on home mixed fertilizers. The
speaker briefly gave his experience in the
business that showed quite a saving could
be effected by any intclligc mt farmer who
would give the matter a little study.
This Is the first time that this subject
has been touched upon at the board meet
ings and bids fair 10 bo one of particular
interest. The last speaker of the after
noon was Mr.. j. *. Curtis of Georgia who
gave his interesting talk on silos and 81
laGe The first speaker of the evening
was d. H. Morse of Randolph, who spoke
on the subject practicable farming. lie
was followed by Prof. j. Z. Hills of the
State Agricultural college, who held the
close attention of the audience with his
talk on economical dairy fc DDS.
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DEATH OF ]. N. NORTON.
sudden Demise of One of vergennes' Snb-
stantiai Business Men.

Ncrgennes, Feb. 26.-John ~ Norton, Sc
Nor member of the firm of Norton, War
rer & Co., druggists, died last evening at
6 o'clock. Mr.. Norton had been in poor
health for two years but was at his place
of business last Monday, Tuesday he was
not feeling well and later pneumonia
symptoms developed. He gradually grew
worse until Saturday when his heart be-
came affected which caused his sudden
death.
Mr. Norton was the eldest son of OK
Alderman y. G.. Norton. He was born in
Shelburnc in 1857 and came to this city
with his parents in 1868 and engaged in
the milling business with his father until
the fall of 1881 when he went to Arizona,
remaining about two years. He returned
here and was married in 1851 to II. Eliza
beth, daughter of the late Henry c. Hor-
ton, of this city. He was appointed post
master by President Harrison in $50, hold
ing the office until the spring of 1894. In
the fall of the same year he purchased the
drug bushes OF q. j. Terrault, since
which time he has conducted a very Sue
cessful business. He had been prominent-
ly identified with the fire department Cor
several years and also has been an Of
fcer in the Vermont State Fremen's AS
sociation. He was man of sterling prin-
ciples honest and upright in business. Il
member of the Congregational church and
had the respect of the entire community.
His sudden demise was a shock to large
circle Of his acquaintance. On the 18th
of August last his only sister died sudden
ly at the breakfast table He is survived
by a wife. father, mother, twc brothers.
l.. c., and A. w. Norton.
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HEART DISEASE.
SOME FACTS REGARDING THE RAPID
INCREASE OF HEART TROUBLES.
DO Not BE Alarmed. But Look For The
Cause.

Heart troubles. at least among the
Americans, are certainly increasing and
while this may be largely due to the eX-
element and worry OF American bushes IS
life, 1t is more often the result of weak
stomachs, of poor digestion.
Real organic disease is incurable; but
not one case in hundred of heart trouble
Is organic.
The close relation between heart trouble
and poor digestion is because both organs
are controlled by the same great nerves,
the Sympathetic and Pneumogastric.
In another way, also the heart is affect
ed by the form of poor digestion. which
causes gas and fermentation from half
digestcd food There is IA feeling of OPP
pres ion and heaviness in the chest caused
by pressure of the distended stomach on
the heart and lungs, interfering with their
action; hence arises palptation and short
breath.
: Poor digestion also poisons the blood,
making it thin and watery, which irrl-
tates and weakcns the heart.
The most sensible treatment for heart
trouble Is TO improve the digestion and to
insure the prompt assimilation of food.
This can be done by the regular use af-
ter meals of some safe, pleasant and effec-
tive digestive preparation, like Stuart 3
Dyspepsia Tablets, which may be found
at most drug stores and which contain
valuable, harness digestive elements in a
pleasant, convenient form.
Ii is safe to say that the regular per-
p!stent use of Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets
at meal time will cure any form Of stom-
sch trouble except cancer of the stomach.
Full sized package OF these tablets sold
by druggists at 20 cents. Little book on
stomach troubles mailed free. Address #.
A. stuart, Co., Marshall. Mich.
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ENGLAND BLAMES GERMANY.


London. March 1.-The Daily Graphic
publishes this morning from u Samoa cor
respondent, a story of recent events these,
attributing the whole trouble to the at
tcmpts of Germany to upset the Berlin
treaty and to secure supremacy in the
islands.
The correspondent says
"rhe Germans, long jealous OF growing
British influence, seized the opportunity
to break faith. Malietoa's party would
undoubtedly have been victorious if SUD-
piled with arms ana ammunitions as the
Germans supplied Mataafa, but the Brit
ish loyal to the treaty, refused to supny
either party"
The correspondent then proceeded to
describe what he calls the rmau plot
to induce M1tdafa's force Of y " men to
take the islands by storm" He says on
this point:
THE Germans tried their utmost to
make the natives attack the British con-
suiato ana the mission house whore the
consul WAS giving refuge to British sub
jccts II was only respect and fer for
the British flag that held the natives
back. The Germans told the natives to
kill all the English missionaries and to
sweep the pigs Of English into the sea.
The looting was terrible. Twenty villages
were utterly ~rcckrd the houses destroy
cd and tho villagers left destitute
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The POPE VERY I'LL.
Feared That He has tho Pneumonia and
Cannot Recover Receptions
Cancelled.

London, March 1.-The Rene correspon-
dent of the Daily Mail says
1t is feared the Pope has pneumonia
and will not recover. Cardinal Creglia
Dean of the Sacred College, has been IN
the apartment of His Holiness the entire
evening" Dr. Lapponi will sleep at the
Vatican tonight. He declines to give any
information DR.. Mazzon has also visited
the Pope professionally during the day.
Callers at the Vatican have found every
thing in the usual condition there; and
all Inquiries were met with the denial tina
the Pope's indlspostion is serious.
His Holiness rose this morning at II.
but DR.. Lapponi insisted on his return 10
bed as he was suffering from fever, fol-
lowing a general chill with pains in the
lumbar region.
Cardinal Rampolla papal secretary of
state, paid several visits to the Pope in
the course of the day. The receptions for
March and the service in the papal chap
el fixed for the following day have been
countermanded but the diplomatic dinner
arranged for Thursday, the invitations
to which have been issued by Cardinal
Rampolla, will be given.
Tomorrow the Osscrvator Romano will
publish an official bulletin regarding the
Pope's Illness. In the meantime the clori-
cal papers are silent on the subject.
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PLUMP CANARDS.
Count Won Bulow Says Dewey Never
Threatened to Sink the irene's Pin
nace-DiscussesS samoan Question.

Berlin, Feb 2s.-In the Reichstag to-day
referring to the statements published
In forcisn newspapers regarding the sup
posed action Of the German Warship
Irene in the Philippine Islands and the al
legged conduct of Rear Admiral Dewey
who, 1t has been said, threatened to sink
the steam pinnace of the Irene the min
lister of foreign affairs, Count Won
Bulow said these statements be-
lon9ed 70 the category Of plump
canards" previously discovered by him
So far as ne knew, the Irene was not in
the Philippines but was at Hong Kong and
the only German warship at Manila WAS
the Kaise:n Augusta. There were, he
added, a considerable number of German
merchants in the Philippine Islands which
the German navy was anxious to protect
during the Spanish-American war The
minister concluded with remarking:
I'VE hope that our countrymen will hnd
security under American rule"
Minister Won Bulow said that unless the
claims of German subjects in Morocco
were speedily settled the demands for
such settlement would be supported by
German waiships. He referred to Cuba
and said the German firm OF Schneider &
Fischer claimed 900 marks and the
firm of Lobecks, their SUCCESSORS claim
cd ,O00,0OO marks compensation for losses
curing the war while other claims aggre-
gated 100000 marks. 1t would not be pos
Su4!e the minister pointed out to secure
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in his career, but he set to work manful-
~ and amassed second fortune
The announcement that the French gov
eminent has bought for the Luxembourg
museum in Paris painting by the late
William l.. Picknel must make his COM
patriots feel gratfed that his art is ap-
prcciated abroad, although at the same
time there is som, cause for modification
in tho reflection that the committee of the
trustees of the Boston museum of fine arts
could not decide to buy one Of his works
at the time of the Picknell exhibition.
The picture acquired by the ministry of
the fine arts is a brilliant landscape en-
titled Morning on the Mediterranean
AntiDcs,' which was one of tae works in
the Boston exhibition last year, and was
marked s1IG. 1t is proba bic that the
price paid by the French government was
nominal. Mr.. Picknell was a native of
Windham.
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When they don't, your whole body must

When they don't, your whole body must
suffer
II YOU are sick, doctor your kidneys,
because as soon as they are we'll they Will
help all the other organs to n alth.
The mild and extraordinary effect of
DIR. Kimer's Swamp Root, the great kid
ney remedy, is soon realized. 1t stands
the highest for its wonderful cures Of the
most distressing cases ard Is sold by
druggists in flfty-cent and one-dollar bot
ties. Make note of the name, SWAMP
ROOT, DR.. kilmer's Swamp Root.
You may nave sample bottle of this
famous kidney remedy sent free by mail.
postpaid, by which sou may test its viz
tues for SUCH disorders as kidney blad-
der and uric acid diseases. and urinary
troubles, obliged TO pass water frequently
night and day, smarting or irritation in
passing, hrck-dust or sediment in the ur-
inc constant headache. bhckacha lame
Lack, dizziness. ~leaplessness, indigestion
nervousness, skin trouble aHaemia.
Brisht's disease, neuralgia, rhcum .tism,
bloating, irritabiity, WORKOUT feeling,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
VERY AxIoUS FOR HARMONY.
Baron Won BuIow and Ambassador white
Ilnfh SIAnnI liI


Berlin Feb. 2S.--To the correspondent of
the Associated Press to-day Baron Won
Bueow reiterated his assurance of Ger
manys desire to maintain friendly rcla-
tons with the United States. "Hhcrc Is
nothing politically between the two coun-
tries" he said, ito prevent this becoming
an accomplished fact. | know of no frc-
ton between the German and American
governments, and so far as Samoa and
the Philippines are concerned, my speech
to-day shows the true situation in both
places"
"Of course, between two great nations
such as you and VIC are, both striving for
the worlds trade there are naturally
many differences with regard to tariffs
and cognate matters; but | ann even hope
full that these will be adjusted and that
the political friendship which exists and
has throughout existed between the two
nations will extend also to commercial
circles"
Ambassador White also repeated to the
correspondent of the Associated Pres his
statement that Germany's attitude
throughout had ben not only neutral but
in some cases, as for instance contraband
of war. even moro particular, whore the
United states was involved, than strict
neutrality dictated.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
EXECUTIONS IN BENNINGTON
COUNTY.

Since the organization of BENNINGTON
county there have heen inf two u,iblic
oven,,iions both AZ rnnnineton Crntre.
ondshoth vitnossod nv large .,ssa11blias Of
noonIo Tbe first va thaf of David ned
ding ,vbich TON, nIa.e inv If 177S Rad
dtnS was acc,,seh of giving comfort TO
the oncinv aud of annrnnriatinr for The
msc If thc tories n oiantitv nj Guns mat
r,oro etorod in tho houan Of David Rob
inson We vas o,ipinaIIv sentenced tn he
h,re IN, mo An az Ture nm ms nm his
nrst trio, ,hern v,ora onIv civ iurors the
r,,ornnr and counciI gave him = renrieve
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
THE LOST POCKET.

How dear to this heart are the old-fash-
toned dresses,
When fond recollection presents them to
view
In fancy see tho old wardrobes and
presses
Which held the loved gowns that in girl
mood | knew,
The widespreading mphair, the silk that
hung by it:
The straw ,olored satin with trimmings
Of brown;
The RULED foulard, the pink .)rgandie
nigh it,
But oh, for the pocket, that hung in
each gown
The old fashioned pocket, the obsolete
pocket,
The praIseworthy pocket that hung in
my gown.
Tho dear, roomy pocket, I'd hail rs a
treasure
Could | but behold it in gowns of to-
I'd find it the source of an exquisite pleas
But all my modistes sternly answer ME
"Nay'
'Twould be so convenient when going out
shopping.
'Twould mold my small purchases COM
ing from town.
And always my purse or my kerchief I'm
dropping
oh. me! For the pocket that hung in
my gown.
The old-fashloned pocket. the obsolete
peck, !,
The praiseworthy pocket that hung in
my gown
A gown with "A pocket! How fondly I'd
guard it!
Each day ere I'd don it, I'd brush it
with care
Not fun Paris costume could make me
discard IT,
Though trimmed with the laces an em-
press might wear.
But l have no hope, for the fashion is
banished,
The tear of regret will my fond visions
drown;
As fancy reverts tothe days that have van-
ishcd.
sigh for the pocket that hung in my
gown,
The old-fashioned pocket, the obsolete
pocket,
The praiseworthy poke, that hung in
my gown.
Carolyn Wells in the jamestown, y, y,
Journal.
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DOROTHY AND THE QUEEN.

Little Dorothy Drew, granddaughter of
Mr. Gladstone, publishes in an English
magazine this pretty picture of visit to
the Queen at Windsor Castle; An Indian
man whom the Queen likes very much was
at the door. The next moment We stood
before the great Queen whom grandpapa
served for sixty years. She was just an
other woman like grardmamma, with 4
white cap on her head. / courtesied and
kissed her, and told her my name, Dorsie,
and OF grandpapa, and all our pet names
at Hawarden Castle. The Queen put on
her glasses and asked me to go to the
other side of the room so that she could
see me better. Then she took a little
jewel-case and said, This is for YOU. l
opened it and saw IA darling little brooch
with diamond V. a diamond r. a tur-
quoise /. and a little crown at the top
made OF red culu l. | ca .rtescd and kss-
ed her hand, and said Thank YOU very
much She looked very nice and kind and
liked her very much The Queen kissed
me again and mother and | went away"
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02

What your kidneys need is gentle, healing tonic inhu
that will sOOthe their irrtaby and gently gulae
them
The only thing that will do this is DR.. Kmers Swamp
Root. the ideal Kidney Restorative.
1t used to be considered that only
be traced the Kidneys but modern that
nearly all constitutional diseases beginning
disorder of these useful organs.
What natural!
The Kidneys filter and purify the blood.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
EARLY BIRDS AT NEWPORT

Newport, Vt, Feb. 27.-A touch of spring
weather after four weeks of continued
cold has come and Vermont maple sugar
makers are jumping around to prepare
for gathering sap, which started with the
earliest thaws. Several ambitious sugar
makers are jumping around to prepare
and continuation of the mild weather
will make the operations lively for d
short time.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
A SUICIDE IN TROY.
larlcs Buck, n Well Known Business
Man, Takes Laudanum.

Newport, Vt. Feb. 2S.-Chas. Buck OF
Troy, Vt, brother of Postmaster Buck,
who was arrested recently for cmbrzzling
postotiice funds and bound over for tn al
at the United States Court attempted
suicide to-day by taking one and a half
ounces of laudanum. He was alive to-
night but no hopes were entertained of his
recovery. Mr. Buck was about 20 years
old and had been connected with his bro
Their and father, ID. II. Buck in business
for many years. Financial trouble and
his brothers downfall were the probable
causes of the deed.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
A REMEDY FOR THE GRIPPE

A remedy recommended for patients nf-
iicted with the Grippe is Kemps Balsam.
which is'especially adapted TO disc0ses o..
the throat and lungs. DO not wait for the
first symptoms OF the disease. but get a
bottle to-day and keep 1t on hand for use
the moment it is needed. II neglected the
grippe has a tendency TO bring on pneu-
monia The Balsam prevents this 10y
keeping the cough loose. All druggists
sell the Balsam.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
WANT FREELY RELATIONS WITH
AMERICANS

Berlin, Feb. 2s.-From American bust
ness men in Berkn the correspondent of
the Associated Press hears of sincere
desire on the part of the Germans to cul-
tivate better relations with America and
of facilities given for the establishment
of American Industries in Germany as
we'll as of the wish of German merchants
and iinanciers to do business with the Uni-
led States
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
YOUNG JESSE JAMES ACQUITTED.

Kansas City, Mo-, Feb. %.-Young Jesse
James, son of the notorious bandit, whose
name he bears was tonight adjudged not
guilty of completely in the robbery of a
Missouri Pacific express train at Leeds in
the outskirts of Kansas City last Sept
embcr. The jury was out less than an
hour, the verdict of acquttal having been
reached on the first ballot.
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WAS 1902 YEARS OLD.

Canaioharie, y. y. Feb. 2s.Mara Roof
Van Evera, died here to-day, aged lh4
years. She was a daughter of Col John
Roof and was born at Can ajohdrio where
she spent nearly the whole of her life.
She was a member of the original Daugh-
terS Of tho Revolution.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
MILLS WILL RAISE WAGES.

Boston, Feb. 2S-News comes from
Taunton, New Bedford, Providence and
other points in that district to the effect
that the mills will generally advance
tho wages Of their help to conform with
the advance made in Fan River yesterday
to take effect April l.
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tailed or our interests to suffer diminu-
ton. But, we shall also respect the
rights accruing to others by virtue of the
Samoa act"
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02

The average height Of the human race
is, for men, feet inches, for women, .
feet . inches.
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ITS MARVELLOUS SUCCESS IN ALL KIDNEY, BLADDER
And URIC ACID TROUBLES

To Prove the Wonderful Merits Of This Great Discovery
Every Free Press" Reader May Have Sample Bottle
Sent Absolutely Free By Mail.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1899-03-02
NUTRIOTONE

s i highly concentrated TONIC, not a
stock food" 1t tones the stomach. aids
dissection and makes pure blood
NUTRIOTONE CURES AND PRE-
VENTS SCOURS IN CALVES. II pre-
vents ABORTION, MILK FEVER,
CAKED BAG and kindred diseases. By
reducing fever it increases the butter fats
and renders the milk more VIII lesome
NU1 lOTONB is a Valuable TONIC FOR
HORSES, 1t prevents CoLIC and EX-
PELS WORMS.
Send for our book on Stock Feeding.
w. D. Carpenter, Sl2-SlS Kirk Bldg,
Eastern Offices, Syracuse. \. Y,
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ice md
Above all
elastic which
$ o a nedi
taking wonderful
discovery physician Temple
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