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The Portland daily press., 1899-06-06

parts for the past two weeks, said Mr.. Nc
Cullum. and while in New York they
certainly must have studied as the re-
hearsal this morning proved. Each mem
Der was letter perfect and the tact was a
great surprise to me. 1t makes my task
this week great deal easier for all /
have to do now is to introduce the differ
emit bits OF business" and then / will
be able to give my attention to the con-
struction of the special scenery that the
play requires, and I assure you there Is to
be wealth Of 1t.
Mr.. MoCullum expressed himslef as
icing happily surprised at the enormous
advance sale for the opening week, which
by the way is decided record breaker in
summer theatricals. The seats are near
ly all sold for the first night. Arrange
ments are being made for special excur-
sion night from the Deering district and
Wessbrook the first week.
PORTLAND THEATRE
The success of the American Biograph
at Portland recently was 90 great that
there has been q general request for a re-
turn of the wonderful life like pictures.
The Bicgraph will commence four
nights engagement at Portland theatre
next Thursday evening with Saturday
and Sunday matinees when new series
Of the latest and best views ever rspro-
duced by the Biograph will be given in
connection with those Of His Holiness
Pope Leo Kill
This exhibition Is pleasing and instruc-
tive and should tie seen by everybody to
be appreciated as all who have seen them
are of the one opinion and that Is that
these moving pictures are the wonder of
the present century.
seats for the entire engagement are
now on sale at the box office.
THE GEM TaEATRE.
The opening sale yesterday must have
been more than satisfactory to the man
ager OF the Gem. There was long line
OF buyers In waiting when Mr.. Walter I.
Locke, the general ticket seller, called for
humber one, and from that time there was
a constant call for seats for the openino
night as we'll as the rest of the week.
There will be the wealth and fashion at
tending the performances this summer
and most Of the clubs and literary gocis.
ties will attend at least once a week. The
season will open with the Goy'nor.
Without doubt many of our theatre
goers have seen it. hut it is one of these
delightful plays that will bear seeing
many times, the story Is SO lifelike
Secure your tickets as soon as possible
as they are going rapidly.
KoTzSCHMAR JUBILEE
All members of the Festival chorus,
Rossini club Haydn association. Singers,
club and all others interested in giving
MIR. Kotzsohmar grand testimonial con-
cert to celebrate the 5oth anniversary of
his coming to Portland. are requested to
meet at Y. M. q. A. hall on Wednesday
evening at eight O'Clock, June 7th. to
assist in organizing grand public
chorus. Singers who have the Creation,
please bring copy.
NOTES.
The death Of Johann Strauss, the great
composer, Is reported.
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MUSIC AND DRAMA.
M.uuLLuM,s THEA FIRE.

Manager MoCullum was iubilant last
night when met by representative of
the PRESS, the reason that he gave being
the great promise that his company gave
yesterday at the first stage rehearsal Of
The Charity Ball. the great play that
Ia to be presented at tho opening Of Nc
Cullum's theatre next Saturday evening
and every evening the following week
with daily matiness commencing Tues
day. All the members have had their
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]. R. LIBBY co.
oEA.1hs.

In this city. June ., Richard H.. eldest son Of
the late Thomas and Ellen Parker aged 81 yrs.
Funeral "Wednesday morning ut $50 o'clock
from No. so India street.
lReQAledl iiish mass az the Cathedral OF the
Immaculate Conception at 10 O'Clock.
lroledo O.. papers please copy.
In THIS city june 3. Mary Woodbury. youngest
daughter of William w. aud Abble u Mitchell.
aged years. months.
~ this city. Junr s, David p Coffin, aged 40
years. month. 20 days.
Funeral services Wednesday at 2 p. m. at
his late residence. No. l6S Washington street.
In this city. June 8. Mary. widow OF Thomas
Foley.
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Corset Cove rs

At i2hc-Good bleached muslin,
Swiss embroidery at neck. good
fitting.
Another-With lace instead of
embroidery, your choice of either
at 12Ec.
At 29c-French style, gathered at
waist, made of cambria, Swiss
embroidery decorations, good
SOC Corset Cover for zoe.
At 5Oc-Made of Nainsook, cut in
French Istyle, tucked back,
trimmed with Point de Paris lace
infneclS and arm hole, all sizes, SOC
At 59c-Corset Cover made of
cambria, close fifth ng, decorated
with Point dc Paris lace and in
sertion, sizes run from "a to A,
59c.
at 89c This Corset Cover is
made OF Nainsook, tucked back,
trimmed with lace insertion edge,
beading and ribbon in neck and
arm holes, soc.
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All THE GRAND TRUNK.

A truce has been called for the time be-
ing at the Grand frank and the grievan-
ces Of the striking trackmen will be con-
sidersd by board of arbitration. In the
meantime the traokmen will go to work
and several of them were put at their
old jobs yesterday.
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MARRIAGES.

In North Gorham. June s, by Rev j. E.
Atkins. Elbridge S. Colley and Miss Mary IL
Mores.
In South Thomaston, May "a. Ii. A. Knowles
and Miss Estelle G. Foster.
AZ Boothbay Harbor. May 22. Harvey Pates
Of Whitedeld and Miss Dora Winslow.
In Augusta, May %. Arno L. Harris and Miss
Gertrude NJ. Church.
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Mrs. E.D.o'Ssil. formerly Miss Louise
Callaghan, Lewiston. while riding with hsr
husband, DIR. o Neil, al Biddeford, on sun
uav. was thrown out and seriously in
jnxei.
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SktftS
At 50c-Long Skirts made of SUI
perior muslin, umbrella ruffle of
cambria, dust ruffie, at 75c, hav.
ing deep cambria rufie, trimmed
with Swiss embroidery edge.
at 81 .OO-Several styles at this
price, fine muslin, two rows Of
Swiss Embroidery insertion in
deep umbrella ruffie; also full
ruffie of embroidery with insertion
above, $1.00.
At 81 .98-Made of fine Cambria,
deep lawn umbrella ruf1e, rows
Val insertion and edge to match.
Other long skirts at Sa.25, ESQ,
298, up to 500.
Short Skirts
At 37kc-Made of cambria,
deep umbrella rufle, hemstltched
hem; many other short skirts.
Che misses
At T6c-Short Chemise of Main
sock, Swiss embroidery trim
ming; ribbon run through Spaces.
At 81 .26-Maguerite style, made
of nainsook, fine Val lacs,. ribbon
in neck and at waist; rufle on
skirt, lace trimmed, $1.25. Many
other ohemises.
Infants furnishings
1t is fascinating spot, this infants
department; replete with dainty
things for the baby and at prices
within the reach of everybody.
Long Slips and Dresses.
asdLong Skirts in Cambria and Flan-
mel.
Shirts in Silk, Wool and Cotton.
Stockings in Cashmere, Cotton and
Silk.
Kid Boots and Moccasins.
Infants Bonnets in Silk and Muslin,
great assortment of them.
Children's Hats in Muslin, Silk and
Straw.
The crowns daintily trimmed with
lawn lace ruffies and flowers.
Misses White Lawn Dresses, ages
from A to IL years.
Sailor Caps for Misses and Yonng
Ladies'.
Students Caps, Yacht, Bicycle and
Golf Caps, made of Canvas, Pique
and Duck.
All Baby requisites in this section.
Fans
Now that the hot weather has
come TO stay Fan Sales are taking
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Night Gowns
At 39c-Made of excellent muslin
cut in Empire style; revers trim
med with cambria ruffle; Swiss
embroidery yoke; a bargain at Soc
At 5Oc-Empire style Night
Gown, extra long and wide; cam
brio ruifie, yoke of Swiss edge and
insertion.
Half dozen other styles at this
price; all worth more.
One of them deserves especial
mention; Empire style, revers of
all over Swiss embroidery, neck
and sleeves trimmed with lace. A
roc gown at 500.
At 75c-This gown is made OF
good muslin; neck square at
front; without yoke; two rows
Swiss Embroidery in neck and
sleeves. You'll quickly see that
this is dollar gown. This sale
price Toe. 5u@ 5ptl Ia9
On sale today on Central Bargain
Counter, First floor.
At ST. .OO-Sixteen different de-
signs at this price; some made OF
muslin, some of cambria; high
necks, square necls, V necks and
Empire style. Swiss embroidery
and lace decorations
Other lines of Night Gowns at
SLIPS. 1.S9, 1.5o, Its, 200 and up
to 600.
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chiIdren's Drawers

At l21c-Made of good muslin ;
hem and tucks, right shape, sizes
1 to 10 years, 121sc.
At I6c-Children' Drawers of
good muslin, trimmed with Swiss
embroidery, to 10 years, 16c.
The Portland daily press., 1899-06-06

Drawers
26c-Fruit of the Loom Muslin
with deep cambria ruffie, with 8
fine tucks above, yoke band.
Another-Good muslin, deep
ruffie, with two inch hemstitched;
yoke band.
Both the above at 25c.
At 29c-Drawers of fine quality
muslin, having deep full ruffie of
cambria hemstitched; yoke band,
zoe.
Several lines of Drawers at SOC.
At 76c-Drawers of fine cambria,
full, deep lawn ruffie, tucking, in
sertion and edge of Val lace.
Another-Drawers trimmed with
deep embroidery rufle, both at
75c. Extra high grade Drawers
at 81, lbs, LOO up to $50.
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Mrs. Eta Kimball, wife of Walter b.
Prescott of Pennington. died early Mon
day morning after an illness of several
months of Inflammation and canker in
the stomach. and by nervous prostration.
Mrs. Prescott was about IS years Of age,
and formerly lived In Harrison. She
graduated from the Harrington State
Normal School in 1887. Mrs Prescott
was prominent worker in the Methodist
church and was very highly respected
She leaves husband and a son about ten
years old. The funeral probably win 90.
cur Thursday.
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/ Mrs ". u. Hessltins and Mrs Dong
ley Of Gardiner. with Mrs. Heseltine "
Miss Ld2Eis Cole and Mrs. Joshua
Gray, Gardiner, unassigned.
Rev. O. u. Afford and wife, kingfeld,
with Rev. w. w. Hooper, Deering.
q. o. Wilkins and wife. KingdsAds
with Mira John Noyes, 81 Melbourne
street.
feld. with Mrs. Reuben Noyes, n Que
Mrs. r., II. Simmons and Miss Eliza
beth Pc rter, Kingheld, with Mira A.
Buxton, 81 North street.
Dele Dolbier. Kingfield, with Mrs.
Fred Merrill, 100 India street.
Rev. w. j. Taylor, Lewiston, with
Mrs. Walker, a. Spruce street.
Mrs Oliver Newman and Mrs. Clar-
ence hudd. Lewiston, with Captain
Brooks, 50 Atlantic street.
Rev. t. ". Stevens of Lyndonville.
VT, and Rev. ]. p, Quinby of Boston.
guests of g. N. Greeley at the Unit cd
States hotel.
Rev. y. e. Eddy and wife. Oakland,
with hire. staples, SO Congress street.
George Allen and Wife, and Charles
Cr0well and wife, Oakland, with Mr..
Wescott, 30 North street.
Kew. Charles q. Lund. Orono, unas-
signed.
George W. Kimball, Poland. Mrs. A.
N. Pierce. Riley. at IFS franklin street
Rev. u. w. Coons and Wife, Pittsiieid,
unassigned.
Mrs silas BARTLETT and Mrs. II. I.
Brooks, Pittafield with Mrs. DsCell es, 81
Congress street.
The Press., 1899-12-14
To Clean Tapestry.

Tapestry and cretonne may be clean ed and revived by this process: Cut up some soap into shreds, allowing four ounces of so:lp to each quart of wa ter, and boil to jelly. Have ready two tubs of pretty hot water. Add to this enough boiled soap to make a good father. Add two handfuls of bran to prevent the colors running. Wash quickly with little rubbing, first in one and then in the other tub, and then rinse out in either salt and water or vinegar and water. Shake well to get rid of the bran and dry at once. Starch In thin boiled starch, roll tightly in a clean cloth, mangle and then iron with a moderately hot iron.-New York Press.
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@1Z,z>~
 
JACKETS S7.5O and $s.5O,

Here's hint or two of the latest con- CTS. They are among the medium-priced but the materials and workmanship are of high order.
 At $7.6O-In black, blue, brown, castor Kersey, with Things to match. Double-breasted style with lapped seams all tailor finished.
 At $S.6O-In black, blue, brown and Castor Kersey, with inlaid velvet collar end lining to match. Double breasted style with strapped seams. Equal to any jacket ever offered in Springfield at $10.
 There are several other favorites al elo.50, $12.50 and up to $20.
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nIsTRICT OF STAFFORD, ss. Pro-

nISTRICT OF STAFFUKD, ss. Pro- D bate Court, December 18th, 1899 Estate Of Jessie B. Russell, late of Stafford in said district, deceased.
 Upon the application of Isabelle B. Russell. adm1nistratrfx, praying that an order may be granted to sell the real estate of said deceased, Ordered-That said application be heard and determined at the Probate Ofdce in Stafford, in said district. on the Fist day of December, A. D. 1899, at 9 o'clock in the afternoon of said day, and that notice be given of the pendency of said application and the time and place of hearing thereon by publishing the same once in some
 newspaper having a circulation in said district, before the 18th day of December, A. D. 1899. MARCUS B. FISK, Judge.
The Press., 1899-12-14

A T Court of Probate holden at Yer A non, within and for the district of Elling- ton, on the 18th day of November, A: D. 1899. Present, LESTER D. PHELPS, Judge.
 On motion of John k. Washburn, executOr of the will of Collins w. Richardson, late of Elling ton, within said district, deceased.
 This court doth decree that six months be al- lowed and limited for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims against the same to the executOr, and directs that public notice be given or this order Dy advertlslng the same three said district, and by posting a copy thereof on the public sign-post in said town of Ellington, Certified from record.
 LESTER D. PHELPS, Judge
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Wanted-Several bright and honest per- sons to represent us as managers in this and close by counties. Salary $9OO a year and expenses. Straight, bona-fide no more, no less salary. Position perma- nent. Our refer ences, any bank in any town. It is mainly office work, conducted at home. Reference. Enclose self-ad- dressed stamped envelope. The Domin- on Company, Dept. 8, Chicago.
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D1sTRICT OF STAFFORD, ss. Pro-

nISTRICT OF STAFFORD, ss. Pro- 1I bate Court, December 18th, 1899.
 Estate of Thomas Anderson, late of Stafford, in said district, deceased.
 The administrator having exhibited his ad- m1nistraitOn account with said estate to this Court TOT allowance, 1t is
 Ordered-That the Fist day of December, A. D. 1S99 at 10 o'clock in the forenoon at the Probate Onlce in Stafford, be and the same is assigned for hearing on the allowance of said adm1n1s- tration account, with said estate, and this Court directs the administrator to cite all persons in- by publishing this order in some newspaper hav- ing circulation in said district, and by posting 8 copy on the public Sign-post in the town O1 Stafford, where the deceased last dwelt.
 MARCUS B. FISK Judge.
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The British were defeated in a battle al Stormberg last week. The Boers report that they captured 672 prisoners and three guns in the fight with General Gatacre'e forces. The British met with another reverse on Monday near Modder river. The battle lasted all day and the loss was heavy on both sides.
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SMALL FURS.

SENSIBLE GIFTS, SURELY. scarfs Storm Collars and Muffs in almost end Less variety of styles and shapes. Sable Marten, Fox and Lynx are the most pop. ulsr Furs this season. The prices range from g to $1OO.
 What could be more acceptable than 6 nice Fur Piece?
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Resolutions, obituaries or cards of thanks in serted at one-half advertising rates. Births, marriages and deaths inserted free. Communi- cations received without signature always com- mitted to the waste basket without attention.
 This paper Is mailed regularly to it's subscrib CTS until definite order to discontinue is re- ceived and all arrears are paid in full.
 THIS Paper and The Connecticut Courant semi-weekly) furnished for $2.15 per year.
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Holiday Books.

A most complete showing. Books to suit all tastes and all fancies. Scrap books in great va riety-fancily executed affairs, and their plainer, more substantial fel- lows. Children's toy books. amus- ing, yet instructive; good linen covers that prolong book life are on most of them.
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Xmas Candy.

This Candy counter is ready. No telling how much buster we will be. Right sorts of candy all of them. Our word for that. We are planning to make stead fast friends by introducing Holi- day purchasers to the wholesome ness of OUR candy.
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FLANNEL WAISTS.

French Flannel Shirt Waists are well elassed as Christmas Gifts-four of the latest styles in all the pretty colorings- a4 50, 95, $5.50 and $6.
 We deliver them in a neat giit-box, ii you wish.
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Trv (3rain.Oi Trv grain-O,


 Ask your Grocer to-day toshow you package of GRAIN-O, the new food drink that takes the place of cofYee. The children may drink it without injury as well as the adult All who try 1t, like it. GRAIN-O has that rich seal brown of Mocha or Java, but it is made from pure 1t without distress. \ the price of conee 15c. and 25c. per package. Sold by all grocers.
The Press., 1899-12-14

The Willimantic board of aldermen passed last Monday night a resolution authorizing the corporation counsel to pay the taxes assessed against the city's pumping station by Mansfield, less the costs of court and interest. Mansfield has agreed to withdraw its case.
The Press., 1899-12-14
SACKS and GOWNS

Of Fancy Eiderdowns. There's comfort in the very sight of these. They are most attractively made, prettily trimmed and fairly priced. They come in both plain and fancy colors.
 The Sacks, $1 to $3.75.
 The Gowns, $3.5O to $s.50.
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Smith & Murray.

Yesterday we began the most important sale of Women's Wrap pers, or House Dresses, ever att tempted in this region.
 This is the result of a purchase of over eight thousand Wrappers from the Parisian Wrapper Co.,, Worcester Mass, at a big sacrifice in price, and admits of us selling first-class Wrappers, in the night of the season, for half the regular prices.
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SILK PETTICOATS,

Put up in pretty boxes, especially for holiday gift making. These are all in che very newest styles; of handsome de- pendsble taffetas of various colorings.
 Reasonably priced, too,-$6 for the lowest, and by easy rises up to $25.
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We have complete line of Iron Toys, Steam and Hot Air Engines Games of All Descriptions, and Toy: of All Kinds at BOTTOM PRICES and ticket on the Baby Doll showr in our window given with every ter cents worth of goods.
 s@We will give liberal discount to teachers or Sunday schools at
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RESTRICT OF STAFFORD, ss. Pro.

D bate Court, December 18th, 1899 Estate of Ezra K. Spaulding, late of Stafford in said district deceased.
 The executrix having exhibited her admins tration account with said estate to this court for allowance, 1t is
 Ordered, that the 21st day of December, A. D. 1899 at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, at the Probate Ofdce in Stafford, be and the same is assigned fol 8 hearing on the allowance Of said administra- tiOn account, with said estate, and this Court di ested therein to appear at said time and place by publishing this order in some newspaper hay. ing circulation in said district, and by posting 8 copy on the public sign-post in the town ol Stafford, where the deceased last dwelt.
 MARCUS B. FISK. Judge.
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Thomas N. Hart, republican, was elect ed mayor of Boston on Tuesday by 8 plurality of 1904. General Patrick A. Collins, the democratic nominee, was "knifed" by the supporters of John R. Murphy who was defeated in the demo- cratic caucus. The democrats control the city government
The Press., 1899-12-14

Thirty-two men lost their lives by an explosion of coal damp in coal mine at Carbonate, Wash, last Saturday. There
 were seventy-six men in the shaft and fortY-four escapad
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ROPn.

Stafford. 4th, son to MT. and Mrs. An gelo Serafln.
 Stafford Springs, 10th, daughter to MT. and Mrs. Fabiano Pallanche. Stafford. 18th, daughter to MT. and Mrs John w. Armitage.
The Press., 1899-12-14

The election commissioners, by vote of two to one, have decided that Taylor and the rest of the republican tickets of Kentucky are elected on the face of the re- turns. Goebel will contest before the legislature.
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Xmas Dress Goods.

Have you personal need or a Holiday thought? This stock can fill 1t. The acceptableness of a dress pattern is generally mani fest. Just to add to their give ableness, we put these in boxes.
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To the Ladies

I would say, if you are looking for anything in our line for your gentle men friends, we have a full line oi Pocket Books, Pi pes and Cigars, and the prices are the lowest.
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RESTRICT OF STAFFORD, ss. Pro.

nISTRICT OF STAFFORD, ss. Pro- D bate Court, December 18th, 1899.
 Estate of Robert Russell, late of Stafford, in said district, deceased.
 Upon the application Of Isabelle B. Russell, admtnistratrix, praying that an order may be granted to sal the real estate of said deceased, as per application fully appears, it is Ordered-That said application be heard and determined at the Probate Office in stafford, in
 said district, on the 21st day of December, A. D.
 1899 at2 o'clock in the afternoon, and that notice the time and place of hearing thereon, by pub fishing the same once in some newspaper hav- ing circulation in said district, and by posting 8 copy thereof on the public sign-pOst in the
 town Of Stafford, in said district, before the 18th day of December, A. D. 1899.
 MARCUS B. FISK, Judge.
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Holiday Suspenders.

. The showing is most varied we've ever gathered. Wonderful indeed what fifty cents or $1 will do in this Suspender stock. Good, good-looking, servicable gifts that look "gifty."
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sc. to $5 Each
 Paid for stamps found on the backs of
 Old PhOtOoraD

These stamps can be easily found, and have the words playing cards' across the bottom. It will pay you to look for them. We buy any, thing you have in stamps or coins used before 1870. CASH BY RETURN MAIL.
 Rational Stamp Exchange, New cosn. caeaaon'
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Died.

Stafford Springs, 18th, Mrs. c. F. Beck with, 86.
 Stafford, (Hydeville), 8th, Howard. 3 years, infant son of MT. and Mrs. G. D. Ido
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To-day Is the hundredth anniversary of the death of the first president of the United States. The American Woolen Co.,, has decided to increase wages 10 per cent on January 1. This will effect mills In all sections of New England.
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Wlee Rre<s.
Resolutions. ohitnaries or car,,a of thanks

MCLAUGHLIN < SON, PUBLISHERS. S1.50 year. If paid strictly in advance, ,$1 .2c
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J. F. CHAMBERLAIN
 A. E. CONVERSE, Assessor
A MERRY XMAS
-ss TO ALL. B.

A years subscription to any of the Leading Magazines will make pleas ing Xmas gift. We can supply all of them at publishers prices.
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OUR BOOK COUNTER is small this year, and the prices correspond.