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Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
CABLE FROM DEWEY.
He States That the Fiiipinos Have At
tackled the City Itself.

Washington, Foo. GA cablegram
from Admiral Dewey, of which the fol-
lowing is a translation:
Manila, Feb. g.
Secretary of Navy, Washington:
"Insurgents have attacked Manila.
Boston leaves to-day for Iloilo to re-
lieve Baltimore, which will return to
Manila. Two men wounded on board
Monandock, one seriously. Dewey"
1t is believed that this cablegram
left manila over twelve hours after any
that has been hitherto published, and
officials understand from it that the in
surgents have now attacked Manila in
force and are pursuing an aggressive
policy, having brought up their forces
from behind Nobody at the Depart
ments. however, feels any alarm over it.
Naval officers are satisfied that Adj
miral Dewey means that the scene OF
the insurgent attack is transferred
from the outposts to the city itself.
They say that he has twenty-one YES
sells, from which he can land |, 800 sea-
soned rifemen. if General Otis needs
them. He can also land rapid-iire
guns and Gatlings and NlaXims, with
their well.drilled crews His smaller
gunbOat5 can assend the Pasig River
and penetrate the insurgents lines.
The exchange of the Boston and l}alti-
more is thought to Indicate that he
considers the situation serious, as the
Boston ; machinery is not i'm good con-
ditiOn, and, moreover, the Baltimore
has Il larger landing force and greater
rapidire battery. The War Depart
ment has cabled Gen. Otis to capture
every important post held by instr
gents near Manila, and especially to
locate and capture powder factory
where Aguinaldo has procured most of
his ammunition.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Chicago, ILL.,, Feb. G.-After escap-
ing arrest for three months and lcau-
a detective Il chase over thousands of
miles, William Wallace Wirhers. n
once respected young business man of
New York, was taken into custody by
Inspector Warner, of the American
Surety Company. Withers was spe-
rial agent of the Long Island Railroad
Company at Sheepshead Bay. On Oc-
toher 3. 1898, he disappeared, and his
cash account was 5000 short The
American Surety Company was on
Wither's bond and paid the shortage.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

London, Feb. G.-Marconi's system
wireless biography is proving very
successfully on the British coast. OPP
orators have been at work every day.
They are stationed twelve miles
apart on the South Foreand Light
house and the Goodwin Lightship.
The operators report that questions
and answers are exchanged almost
As quickly as in ordinary conversation.
one OF the most important points es-
tabliShed Is that the current is not af-
fectcd by stormy weather. so that
great advantage will result in cases
Of shipWreck
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Sofia. Bulgaria, Feb. S.-Princess
Marie Louise, wife of Prince Ferdinand
of Bulgaria. died in the royal palace.
The physicians state that the direct
cause of death was pneumonia. She
gave birth to daughter recently The
Princes, was in h7r twcnty-ninth year,
and the news of her death was a great
shock To her husband and relatives. as
she had enjoyed robust health. She
always took Il deep interest in diplo-
matte affairs and, it is said, was directly
responsible for more than one minister
ial crisis in Bulgaria
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Washington, Feb. There will be
a caucus of the Republican members
of the House at the Capitol. The
main topic to be considered will be
that relating to currency reform.
Since it became evident that there
was no chance of a reform bill passing
in this session of Congress the friends
of that movement will offer resolu-
ton, which will be agreed to.pledging
the Republican majority to Il vote to
allow the House Banking and curren-
cy Company. in conjunction with the
corresponding committee of the Sen
ate, sit during the interim between
March / and the converting of the
Flfty-siXth Congress. for the purpose
OF framing a currency reform bill
which shall be introduced in both
branches of Congress on the first day
of the session and pressed to immedi-
ate action
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

The Ground Hog Becomes Sarcastic.
Pm sick of it
And have right to
Kick, even if am
Called "a ground hog.
Every year just about this time
Some funny man gets up to crack
That early paleozoic joke
About me and my shadow.
Pm supposed to come up
And stand around for a few hours
Studying my shape.
And, as if that isn't idiotic enough,
Then get all the blame if the
Fool weatheI's bad.
| wonder what it's supposed
live for, anyway.
If wanted to go into the weather bureau
Business
guess an enterprising, up. o.date, modern
Woodchuck would have sense enough
To lay in store of barometers, Their.
mometers,
Aeronoides, magnetic needles and
Other apparatus and do it scientifically.
And bet I'd make as many mistakes
As the best
Weather man in the country, too.
If didn't I'd take to opium,
Have pipe dreams and print them as
Official weather forecasts.
But this yarn about me and
My shadow makes me tired.
Did anybody ever see me standing
On my hind legs
Like blooming little kangaroo,
Rubber.necking for shadows?
Not on your life.
I've got a little sense
If | am a ground hog.
And its time to give
That ancient fiction
A rest.
Chicago Record
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
WHAT DID SHAKESPEARE MEAN?

Shakespeare never wrote truer words
than, Life of our pleasant vices doth
make whips TO scourge u.s." This can
only mean that to our misuse of the
pleasures of life we owe most of the ills
of poor health. Doubly do the words
apply to men who, through ignorance,
folly and lndiscretion, have used up their
strength, energy and vitality, and left
themselves almost wrecks of manhood.
Their condition would indeed be pitiabe
were it not for the fact that a scientific
physician. a specialist In the cure of this
class of diseases of men, has come to
their relief, and made it easily possible
for weak and vigorous men to regain
their lost vitality and vigor. We refer to
DR.. Greene of "a Temple Pl., Boston,
Mass, discoverer of the world famous
DR. Greene's Neryura, as well as other
marvellous. strengthening, vitalizing and
invigOrating remedies, who, notwith-
standing his enormous practice and eX-
cessive demand upon his time. offers to
consult with any sufferer from nervous
and physical debility absolutely free and
advise and counsel him in regard to his
case without charge. This is an oppOr-
tunity for weak. enervated and exhausted
men. of which immediate advantage
should be taken. If you cannot call,
write to DR.. Greene about your case.
Your disease is certainly durable under
his wonderful Strengthening, vltalizing
and invigorating remedies, and you can
be cured at home. At least write for his
advice and counsel.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
Seaside Hotel for Negroes.

Atlantic City. y. j.. Feb. 6.-The
fashionable people of this city. as well
as the big hotel proprietors, We're sur
prised to learn that the large Grand
Palace Hotel. fronting the Board
Walk. between Georgia and Florida
avenues. a house of more than sixty
rooms had been taken on five
years lease by Thomas c. Murray and
Thomas Hewitt. two negroes, and will
be conducted during the coming sea-
son for the accommodation of negro
guests.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Providence, r. l., Feb. s.-The pur-
chase of the world-famous Corliss Steam
Engine Works here by NewYork and
Philadelphia syndicate is now thought
to be part of a great national scheme
promoted by hard-headed American
capitalists and intended to absorb the
best plants of the kind in this country.
The idea is to forestall the thrifty Eng
lishmen, who, by securing control of
the ship building facilities at Newport
News, Va, are likely to become the
most formidable rivals of Mes5rs.
Cramp IL Nixon, leading Eastern ship
bnildnrs
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
Place Tor Maj.-Gen. wheeler.

Washington, Feb S.-The House is
to be given an opportunity to pave the
way for the appointment Of Gen. Joseph
w. Wheeler to a Major-Generalship in
the regular army. representative
Stallings, of Alabama, has introduced
a bill for this purpose. The bill is UNI
derstood to meet the approval of the
Military Committee, and Will be favor
ably reported.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Chicago, Feb. G.-The Diamond
Match Company is branching ont for
the trade of the world. 1t has agents
working in South Africa, Brazil Ger
many and elsewhere in London. Rio
de Janeiro and Canada. 1t has ar
ranged to mae matches in Europe and
Peru. incidentally it owns $1,294,.
1878 worth of logs. President Bar.
Der admits that his company seeks to
control the match business of the
world.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

New York. Feb. 6.-President Black
stone, of the Chicago * Alton Railroad
Company. is credited with the follow
ing statement in Il private dispatch
from Chicago: 1T is true that an of
fer to purchase the stock of the road
will be submitted to the holders of
securities. They will be offered S175
per share for the common stock and
$500 for the preferred. The PROPOSE
ton will be submitted this week.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Philadelphia, Feb S-P. a. b. Wide
ner, the traction magnate, may succeed
Matthew Stanley Quay as United States
Senator from Pennsylvania. y confer
ence between Mr. Widener and Rich'd
Quay was held whsch is generally re-
garded as having great significance on
the senatorial light at Harrisburg. It
is believed that the Senator, if con-
WINGED that it is impossible for himself
to win the coveted reelection, will
throw all his strength to Mir. Widener.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
Ausgleich to he DPcreed.

Vienna, Feb. 4.-The Reichsrath has
been prorogued and will not meet
again, it is Understood, until autumn.
Meanwhile the Ausgleich or agree
ment between Austria and Hungary
regarding the administrator of their
common affairs will be continued by
decree, in accordance with the Consti-
tutiOn
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
CARD.

We, the undersigned, agree to refund
the money on a fifty-cent bottle of
Greene's Syrup of Tar if 1t fails to cure
your cough or cold. We also guarantee
a twenty five cent bottle to prove salts
factory or no pay.
w. ii. SHELDON,
ID. A. BIsBEE,
ISAAC STERNs,
c. n. NORTH, Shoreham,
ID. ii. BENNETT, Bridport,
j. ii. FLETCHER,
f. II. DEAN, Monkton.
AVERY & PRESTON, Ferrisburg.
39w26
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

LaGrippe is again epidemic. Every
precaution should be taken to avoid it.
Its specific cure is One Minute Cough
Cure. A. j. Sheperd, Publisher Agri
cultural journal and Advertiser, Eldon,
Mo-, says mo one will be disappointed
in using One Minute Cough Cure for
LaGrippe." Pleasant to take, quick to
act. Isaac Sterns, Middlebury; B. G.
Peck or Day Bros, East Middlebury;
c. w. Sowle, West Cornwall; d. II.
Bennett, Brdport; c. b. Kendall, Shore
ham; F. c. Dyer, West Salisbury;W B.
French, Orwell.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
Town Compromises with II ckefeIler

Tarrytown, n. Y, Feb. S.-The long
fought legal battle between John ID.
ROckefellerand the Board of Assessors
of Tarrytown is practically at an end.
The compromise agreed upon is in ref
erence to that part of the millionaire
estate lying within the boundaries of
North Tarytown. This property is
Nsessed at 1924 1861. BY the comprom-
mise this amount is reduced to tI23,-
100. Mr.. Rockefeller will at once pay
taxes in accord with this assessment.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Harrisburg, Feb. 6.-1he thirteen,A
joint ballot for United States Senator
showed thirteen candidates, and Quay
was thirteen votes short of election.
The McCarrell bill to restrict the pow
az of n District Attorney To stand
aside jurors passed the Senate by a
vote of 2S to II. This is believed by
some to Indicate that enough Demo-
Gratis will vote with Quay in the House
to pass the bill.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Olympia, Wash, Feb. "A. G. Fos-
ter, of Tacoma. has been nominated for
United States Senator by the Republic
can caucus. King County and part of
the Ankeny forces outside of that
County left the caucus, but tifty-eight
remained and made the caucus uOmina-
tion of Foster unanimous. Fifty-seven
votes are required to elect in joint ses.
sion of the Legislature.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
Now a Cereal Trn.t.

Chicago, Feb. Ga gigantic trust.
covering all grades of oatmeal and 9TH
er cereal foods, both in bulk and pack
age, is in process of formation, and
within a few days will be successfully
launched. The capital Of the new cor
poratiOn which is to absorb the
American Cereal Company and about
ten smaller concerns is said to be $780,
900, 900.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Paris. Feb. 3.-The Echo de Paris
contains Il communication from NJ. de
Bcaurcpaire asserting that the new
inquiry has revealed that the Court of
Cessation. before it had even exam
amlncd the dossicr, had alreadydecid-
ed to declare Drcyfus innocent by a
decree. squaShing the sentence. and
that the Court has purposely ignored
passages in the secret dossier impli-
eating DroYfuS.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Boston, Feb. 6. -Mayor Quincy said
that in pursuance of the orders issued
for reduction in the salaries of all de-
partments, he would set the example
and would perform the duties of Mayor
at a reduction of u per cent. from the
schedule. His salary is $40, 600, but he
will work for 50, go.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
Germany Objects to Our Customs Rules.

Berlin, Feb. 6.-Considerable dissat-
Isfaction is expressed here at the re-
port from the United States of the
practice under the instruction recent
~ issued from the Treasury Depart
ment of closely interrogating pasen-
gers arriving from abroad at New
York and other seaboard ports. Sew
eral members of the heichstag will
lnterpeliate I he Government regard
ing the matter during the coming
week.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
Baby WeIghs a Pound-

Mishawaka, Ind, Feb. 6-There was
born to the wife of Noble Austin, in
this city, the smallest infant ever re.
ported in Northern Indiana. The
child is about the size of an incan.
descent electric light globe and weighs
one pound. The physician. an old
practitioner, says it will live.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

London. Feb. 6.-Though Dom Paul
Kruger has not yet announced his in.
tention of retiring from the Presiden.
cy of the Transvaal Republic, his sue.
cessor has already been selected. The
Beers have arranged that te next Pres.
ident of the Republic shall be An.
dreas Daniel Wynand WolTnarans.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

New York. Feb. en- a crowded
Lexington avenue car DR.. Thomas
Wildes shot and seriously wounded
Hugo Wolfert. Il German cook, in an
that arose out of Wolferts
refusal to make room for n woman
VINO was standing up in the crowd
ed caE
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

London. Feb. 6.-The manufacture
of larger beer of the American and
German kind is at last to be under
taken by some of the brewers at Bur
ton-on-Trent. The popularity and
growing demand for beer instead of
British ale have forced the brewers to
this innovation.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Albany, N. Y, Feb. Ex-senator
Brown has introduced bill to do
away with the practice of kissing the
Bible in administering the oaths in
fiuenced solely by a regard for public
health.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

railways there. 70 him is due the fact
that ConcY Island can be reached fro
the brooklyn Bridge for , cents
Johnson is Il urge man. although not
tai and weighs considerably over 200
pounds. He is afarlc and courteous
TO all. He is generous and good
liver and his fortune is believed to
be about $i.OOO.OOO.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

All the correspondence between the
President and the Peace Commission
has been sent to the Senate. 1t shows
that the President at first wanted only
Luzon of the Philippine Islands.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
JOHNSON QUITS BUSINESS.
The Millionaire Believes the Nations Hope
Lies In Single Tax.

New York, Feb. 4.-That a million
aire manufacturer and street railway
monopolist like Tom l.. Johnson
should determine to devote himself
to the furtherance of the Single Tax
movement is triumph of idealism owe
utilitarianism. Johnson acquired con-
troll of the street railways of Indian
apolis and Cleveland He also came to
Brooklyn and took hand in the street
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Mrs. jeanette Croker was killed by
the cars in attempting to cross the tracks
at Wakefield, Mass.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

The following is partial list of the
killed and wounded. Killed: Major
Edward McConville, and Corp1 Frank
Caldwell of First Idaho Infantry: Priv.
Edward Eggen, Priv. Davis Logger,
PRIV. Lewis l.. Begler, and Priv. Chas
o. Ballinger, of First Nebraska Infan-
try; Priv |. |. Dewar, OF First Califor-
MIA Infantry: Priv. Elmer L. Doran. of
First Colorado Infantry: Serg't George
Rogers, of First Wyoming Infantry.
shot by sharpshooter while sitting at
hospital window: Four unidentified men
Of Fourteenth Infantry: Priv. Nat Good
man of Sixth Artillery; Col. VIM. c.
Smith, of First Tennessee Infantry,
died of apopleXy during the firing.
Wounded; Lieut. Robert 5. AbernethV.
OF Third Artillery: Lieut. Chas. Hogan,
Sergt VIM. Wall, Priv. A. f. Scheren
Priv Joseph Maher, of First California
Infantry; Lieut. Chas. S. Houghwort,
of First Colorado Infantry: Priv. James
{. Henson, Priv. Ernest Scott and Priv.
Harry Hall, of First Idaho Infantry:
Musician james Pierce. Priv. Charles
KeclIley and Sergt. O. r. Curtis of
First Nebraska Infantry: Lieut. f. X.
Erwin, Priv. John Klein. Priv. VIM.
f.. Fdit, Priv. James +. Greeb, Priv. II.
II. McLain and Priv. Oscar Howard,
of First Washington Infantry.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10
The EXCELLENCE OF SYRUP OF figs

is due not only to the originality and
simplicity of the combination. but also
to the care and skill with which it is
manufactured by scientific processes
known to the CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP
Co. only, and we wish to impress upon
all the importance of purchasing the
true and original remedy. AS the
genuine Syrup of Figs is manufactured
by the CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP Co.
only, knowledge of that fact will
assist one in avoiding the worthless
limitations manufactured by other par
ties. The high standing of the CALI
FoRNIA FIG SYRUP Co. with the medi-
cal profession, and the satisfaction
which the genuine Syrup of Figs has
given to millions of families, makes
the nane of the Company a guaranty
of the excellence of its remedy. 1t is
far in advance of all other laxatives,
as it acts on the kidneys, liver and
bowels without irritating or weaken
ing them, and it does not grippe nor
nauseate. In order to get its beneficial
effects, please remember the name of
the Company
CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP co.
SAN FRANCISCO. Cal
LOCIsVILLE, Ky. NEW YORK,N
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

Washington, ID. c., Feb. 1.-Senor
Felipe Agoncillo, the representative of
Aguinaldo, is speeding as rapidly as
steam can carry him toward the Can
ada border, with the object of getting
outside of the United States if possible
before the ratification of the treaty of
peace. He is accompanied by one of
his assistants.
Had Agoncillo remained in Washing
ton it is probable that he would have
been arrested by the agents of the Sc
crct service as soon as the vote had
been taken in the Senate, and it is pos
sible he may be taken into custody be-
fore he can cross into Canada. The
reason that he was not arrested is that,
technically speaking he is still citizen
of spain, as the sovereignty of that
country over the Philippines does not
cease entirely until the treaty of peace
becomes operative. To have arrested
him, therefore, without some very sub
5tantial grounds might have brought
about international complications that
might have been troublesome.
Montreal, Feb. :. Felipe Agoncillo,
agent of the rebel A guinado, and his
companion Marti arrived here on the
New York express No attempt was
made to arr st the FilipinOs at Rouse's
point, the last stopping place. OF the
train on Its way north.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

BEEvEs.-Steers, ll1z "a ~ cts per Id.
dressed weight; refrigerator beef. ~ % o
er ID.
CALvEs.-Common to prime veals, So 90
d IS 25 v 100 lb; dressed veals, 9c.@l2c
per h.; mixed calves at 6c.@716c. per ID
SHEEP AND LAMBs.-Dressed mutton, 0
@7c per h.; dressed lambs, 1905 per
b.; lambs, 81 50@sl so per 100 lbs
HoGs.... ...........$4 20 q 81 %
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1899-02-10

on the Filipino position at Caloocan,
and kept il up vigorousl.,. and the
United States seagoing. doublc-turret
monitor Monadnock opened fire on the
enemy from off Malatc. The Califor-
mia and Washington regiments made
n splendid charge, drove the Filipnos
from the village of Pace and Santa
Mesa. The Nebraska regiment also
distinguished itself, capturing several
prisoners and one howitZer. and a
very strong position at the reservoir,
which is connected with the water
works. The Kansas and Dakota regi-
ments compelled the enemy's right
flank to retire to Caloocan.
The losses of the Filipinos cannot be
estimated at present, but they are
known TO be considera BILE. The Amer
lean losses are estimatd at twenty men
killed and l2j wounded The Iporates
armed with bows and arrows. made a
very determined stand in the face of a
hot artillery fire, and left many men
dead on the field. Several attempts
were made in this city to assasinate
American officers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-06-05
Tonight's Concert.

Upon hearing that the concert of
May 18th was to be repeated at the
Congregational church, on June 5. with
Mr.. ]. c. Bartlett of Boston, as soloist.
Mr.. c. n. Hichborn of this city, ad-
dressed the following letter to Mr..
Hartt:
The concert recently given at the
Unitarian church under your direction
was a genuine delight to all who were
privileged to listen. If you can repeat
it with Mr.. Bartlett as an added at
traction, you will merit and receive the
appreciation of the music loving peo-
pie of this section
1t is expected that a large audience
will greet the Augusta singers and Mr.
Bartlett at the Congregational church
tonight. No efforts have been made
by the promoters of this concert to sell
tickets in advance They have believed
that their programme was a sufficient
inducement to warrant the attendance
of the music loving public. this even
ing
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-06-05
Visiting Days at Williams District Schools.

The parents and friends interested in
the schools of Williams Districts are
invited to visit the different grades as
follows:
Tuesday, June s. grades l and H.
from 40 to go. p NJ; Miss Hanks
room, Bangor street, Grades III and
". from $50 to $50 P. NJ: Miss
Gould's room, Bangor street, Grade |
Tuesday morning. and grade III, Tues
day afternoon; Miss Peterson's room
Middle street, Grades III and ". Tues
day afternoon; Miss Libby's room
Middle street, Grade V. Wednesday
afternoon: Miss Merrills room, Ban
gor street, grade VI, Wednesday after
noon; Miss Barton's room. Bangor
street. grades VII and VIII, Thursday
forenoon; Miss harrington room. Ban
gor street, and grades TX and X
Thursday afternoon, principals room
Bangor street.