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Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

The English have reason to love their
country roads. There is nothing love
lier in their rural scenery. Let there be
an exquisitely proportional cathedral
at one end of the drive and an archie
illogical marvel at the other, it Is still
the road that inspires unceasing de-
light every mile of the way. There
are no ragged footpaths at the sides,
there is no litter of underbruSh anG
refuse, there is nothing unsightly ut
any turn. The road members might
almost be landscape gardeners, so neat.
ly trimmed are the hedges, so even ore
the borders Of turf and so lovely are
the varied roadside effects. Americans
can never have such country roads
until, like the English, they have learn.
ed to love them better than thor
houses or their lawns. Then they will
insist upon having them we'll made
and Systematically cared for.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
Gen. Grout at Home and Abroad.

The Washington Evening Star II
GENTLY referred To- Gen. William ".
circuit, retirement from the llou>- in
words. II SAYS; ~ good
friend uf the District will not return to
the House" bv reason Of such RETIREMENT.
Continuing. the leading daily paper At
the national capital SAYS: The news Of
ten. Grout's retirement will L. received
with sincere regret throughout the Dis
trirt Of Columbia For many wears
Gen. Grout has l.--n one of the best
friends the District Possessed Ia Con-
greSS. and has shown frieudlinrSS in
practical WAYS. As sometime chairman
nf the committee on the District Of Co
lumhia. aud more recently aS chairman
ot the subcommittee OF the apprupiia-
lions bin. ten. Grout has been in posi-
tions Ia render valuable service 10 this
community.
Ills absence from the next Congress
will be regarded aS loss 10 the House,
hv his colleagues. 10y whom he MAS held
in high esteem aud affection. lie had
a vide acquaintance among public men.
and was one of the hardest workers ia
behalf of his own constituents in the
lower chamber"
This shows the high standing Of Gen.
Grout at the national capital. Can II hr
that the people of Vermont do not hold
him in the same thigh esteem and al
lection as Ibis colleagues in the House y
and the people OF Washington?
During the six months General Grout
was at his post working for the people
of Nermont-he did not leave until con
greSs adioumed-the Dillingham; work
ers. of which the state has been full,
have succeeded in carrying some Of the
county conventions. But just wait UNI
| til the whole people speak and II they
do not declare for him and his splendid
record our faith in them will have been
shaken seriously.
Let us wait until the thousands of old
/ soldiers. whom General Grout has assist
( ed in one way or another, have Il chance
/
to quietly speak at the polls. and until
| the farmers of the state also, who's in
terests he has always defended aud pro
NOTED. are heard from, at a time when
they are all out and have chance t.
vote their unbiased judgment Then il
! they desire to take a new and mntried
/ man instead of the one who has been
tried and found true, We will frankly
admit that some of the people OF Yer
mont are past finding out. We have
faith in the Judgment and SENSE OF Yer
mouters and confidently believe they art
not ready to send General Grout int,
private life but will instead put him int,
the United States Senate Rutlano
/ News.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

Here's an editorial from the Barre
Telegram that will occasion comment:
"The dominant'.force in Vermont poll
tics today is the Rutland railroad. It's
leader is that brilliant and successful
business man, Percy w. Clement of
Rutland. 1t has named a governor;
secured The nomination of a congress
man and defeated the most successful
politician the state has heretofore known.
Gov. Page; and now bids fair to name
the next senator from Vermont. 1t is
stated, on high authority, that the differ
ences between Senator Proctor and
Percy w. Clement have been settled and
an alliance formed. The work of this
new power in politics is unseen, except
in results, and 50 far it has won every
time"
Commenting on the above the st.
Adams Messenger says:
1t appears to be the fate of Vermont
politics that railroads shall be its buga-
boo. Once it was the Central Vermont
that was the source of all corruption
now it is the Rutland. How much bet
ter off we would be without railroads.
Wouldn't We?
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

The Tribune is informed by a friend
who knows 1.-The great American game,
that the first district political jackpot
was opened by c. 5. Page with a pair of
Aces; ID. j. Foster having two Jacks,
the others dropped out, and Powers and
Baker each handed Foster a Jack under
the table; Page drew third Ace,
but Fosters hand Won the pot Lud-
low Tribune.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
Was it a Miracle?

"The marvellous cure of Mrs. Rena j.
Stout of Consumption has created intense
i'll Cammack, Ind, writes Marion Stuart,
IA leading druggist of Muncie, Ind. ''She
only weighed 80 pounds when her doc
tor in Yorktown said she must soon die.
Then she began to use DR.. Kings New
Discovery and gained 81 pounds in
weight and was completely cured" 1t
has cured thousands of hopeless cases,
and is positively guaranteed to cure all
Throat, Chest and Lung diseases. SOC
and %l.00 Trial bottles free at Thurs
tons drug store.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
Guildhall.

Paul Cobleigh came home from
Springfield, Mass, Wednesday July II,
to spend his vacation with his parents in
Maidstone.
Frank N. Piper, wife and two daught-
ers spent last week in recreation at
Maidstone Lake. Mr.. Piper caught a
brook trout in Paul Stream weighing
i pounds.
The Methodist Society held a fair
last week Wednesday and Thursday and
it was great success both socially and
financially.
Mrs. Hiram S. Wiley went to Berlin,
n. H., last week Thursday to visit her
sister.
Col E. c. Benton exhibited to a large
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

my deaf" said a gentleman to his
wife, "where did all those books on as
tronomy on the library come from?
They are not ours"
"A pleasant little surprise for YOU"
responded the lady. you know, you
said this morning that we ought to
study astronomy, and so l went to a
bookshop and bought everything
could find on the subject"
1t was some minutes before he spoke.
MY DEAR" he then said slowly, his
voice husky with emotion, Il never
said we must study astronomy | said
that we must study economy."-P Pear
sons Weekly.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

gathering Of TeoIl- last saturday even
ins. salur beautiful fireworks, alter
which De invited 'Ae people iato his
hous- ta listen io seine tue music aud
singing by Mi, Damon.
Rufus X. Poole aud family went 10
Valley Falls. K. l.. last week. Tuesday
Tor a fru weeks visit with Mr.. loole's
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
The Trenton (Mo.) Times has this t

The Trenton (Mo) Times has this to
say about running a newspaper;
TO run a paper without occasionally
publishing an item that is detrimental
to some person is like running railroad
without having any mishaps or acct
dents. To do either is a physical i'm
possibility. No man on earth is to so
great an extent constantly at the mercy
of both friends and enemies as the edi-
tor of newspaper. He must get much
of the information concerning transpir-
ing events second or third handed or not
at all. Frequently statements are re-
ceived from supposedly trustworthy
sources which are subsequently found to
be without foundation. Not one editor
in thousand wilfully Injuries either
friend or foe by misrepresentation.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
The Banyan Tree

In the fruiting season the banyan
tree Is an arbor for the feathered crea-
ton, and rude temple is often set
up under or close to its shade, at which
the wayfarer stops to cook meal more
frequently than to offer a prayer
These sacred trees, with their grateful
shade, are common In every part Of
India, and are confined to the tropical
zone. AS timber they are of no value,
but gumlac Is obtained from their
Juice, and the bark is used by the Hin
docs incidentally.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
GOOD ROADS MOVEMENT.
leader. Believe That Time For frae-
Teal work Has Arrived.

The leaders Of the movement Tor
GOOD roads believe that the time Tor
educating the public 10 the necessity
Of improved highways IS now passed
and that il is opportune TO begin the
work Of practical legislation upon an
extensive scale. They have met the
argument that the improvement OF
roads is a direct burden upon the tax
payers. farmers particularly, 10y show
ing I'm statistics that instead OF being
onerous good roads are a positive eco.
nornic necessity for every class ana
every section OF people. They have ac-
centuated their argument by the exist.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
I.uuenburg.

\ memorial service Was held at the
Congregational Church sunday evening
to the IL emory OF Rev. l.. W. Harris, 4
former pastor of the church. addresses
were made 10y Franklin Bell, +. u. Hale,
Mrs. Chandler and others.
Walter Nay Of Cambridge is visiting
his cousin. Mrs. Nelson Dodge. and
other relatives here. lie will give an
entertainment at the hall with his
phouosraph for the benefit Of the Mrtho-
dist Church Friday evening Of this
week. lee cream and cake will also Toe
served.
Miss Emma Barnard is visiting in
Plymouth, \. H., with Mrs Walker.
Mrs. Moultou aud Harry attended the
funeral of Mr.. Darling at Concord Cor
nor, last Thursday.
Miss Lillian Blood has gone to Bart
lett Tor the summer.
Miss Mary Brackctt Of Lancaster Was
in town Sunday afternoon.
Mrs. Charles Thoml, returned a few
days ago from a visit OF several weeks in
Massachusrtt, and New Hampshire.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
ESTATE OF PATRICK FOLEY.

STATE FNERMONT, DISTRICT OF ESSEX S.
In Probate Court, held at Guildhal, in
and for said district on the 18th day OF Julv
\. u. 1900, Martin J. Daley, AdminiStra-
tor vi the estate OF Patrick Foley, late OF
Brighton, i'll said District, deceased makes
application to said Court, in which applica-
ton all OF the heirs of said deceased residing
in this State join, for license to sell all OF the
real estate OF said deceased, situated in said
Brighton, representing that the sale thereof
would be beneficial to the heirs OF said de
ceased and those interested in his estate
Whcreupon, ii is ordered by said Court that
said application be referred to a session there
of, to be held at the Probate Office. in said
Guildhall, on the fourth day of August A
d., 1900, for hearing and decision thereon
and il is further ordered, that all persons in
terested be notified hereof, by publication OF
notice of said application and order there
on three weeks successfully in the ESSEN
COUNTY HERALD, a newspaper published t
Island Pond, in this State and which circu-
latesin the neghborhood of those interested
before said time of hearing, that they may
appear at said time and place, and, ii they
see cause, object thereto.
BY the Court.-A test,
July 20 ROBERT CHASE, Judge.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

p. A. Danforth of LaGrange, Ga. sui
fered for six months with II frightful
running sore on his leg; but writes that
Bucklen's Arnica Salve wholly cured it
in five days. For Ulcers; Wounds, and
Piles. it's the best salve in the world.
Cure guaranteed. Only % cts. Sold
by }. W. Thurston, druggist.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

Curious Old Lady - How did you
come to this, poor man?
Convict was drove to it, lady
Curious Old Lady-Were you really?
Convict-Yes; they brung me in the
Black Maria, as usual!-Collier's Week
ly
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

WANTED-Honest man or woman
to travel for large house; salary 800
monthly and expenses, with increase ;
position permanent; inclose self ad
dressed stamped envelope. MANAGER,
$50 Caxton bldg, Chicago.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
Henry MCtiinniS.(
w. NJ. Shores. ( commissioners.
STATE OF VERMONT, ESSEX DISTRICT, S.

The Probate Court for the District of Essex
To all persons interested in the estate of
David ). Austin, late of Bruins wick, in said
District, deceased, Greeting:
BY the authority of the State of Vermont
YOU are hereby notified to appear before the
said Probate Court, at the Probate office in
Guildhall, i'll said district, on the 2Sth dav
of July, y. D., 1900, to show cause, if any
you may have, why the account OF Stephen
Austin, Administrator of the estate of said
deceased, should not he allowed. And, also
why the residue OF said Estate should not be
distributed to the parties entitled thereto.
Dated at Guildhall, in said District this
9th day of July, a. D., 1900
Iuly 9 ROBERT CHASE, Judge
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
EsrArE OF MNs. INEVITABLE MANsuR

The undersigned having been appointed by
the Hon. Probate Court for the District OF
Essex, Commissioners, to receive, examine
and adjust all claims and demands of ali
persons against the estate of Mrs. Mehit able
ManSur, late of Brighton, in said District
deceased, and all claims exhibited in offsel
thereto, hereby give notice that we will meet
for the purposes aforesaid at the office OF
Geo. y. bale on the 2Sth dav of July and
Srd day of January next, from l O'Clock D.
m, until / p. m, each of said days, and
that six months from the 3rd day of July
\. II. 1900. is the time limited by said
Court for said creditors to present Their
claims to MS for examination and allowance
Dated at brighton this 9th day of July,
\. II. 1900. IL
Gibbs f. Clarke, Commissioners
Nathan Hobson,
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
A Truthful Man.

Miss Plainface (earnestly)-Bu If
had not all this money do you think
you could still be happy with me?
Mr.. Seekrox Startled, but equal to
the emergency)-A-a-a-happy is not
the word for it!-Brooklyn Life.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

The East India company began, and
afterward the British government con.
tinued, the construction of roads in In
dia, and now all parts Of the peninsula
are well provided
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

The doll is probably the most antique
Of toys. 1t has been found inside the
graves of children Of ancient Rome.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

When the Circuit bill comes up for the
approval of the Senate, we predict that
Gen. Grout will be there to pilot it
through, as his chances of being chosen
senator are growing brighter each sue
ceeding day.
Nine-tenths of the population of Yer
mont are farmers. No representative
ever did more for the farmers and dairy
men of America than Gen. Grout. He's
tried and true and the farmers of Yer
mont will be slow to turn down a man
of his character and ability for an
unknown quantity Deertield Valley
Times,
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20

Generals CIRCUITS many friends all
over the state have every reason to be
pleased at the outlook and unless the
will of the common people is thwarted,
his election next October is foregone
conclusion [St. Johnsbury Republican.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-20
Gssry County Acra(a.
FRIDAY. JrLY 20. 800.
Gen. Grout for Senator.

The term oi congressman which ten
Grout has filled with distinguished ahil-
ity will expire next March. lii> friends
in the meantime viii present him A. st
candidate To succeed the late Senator
Morrill,. Like all ojhrrpuh.i, men Gen.
Grout has a personal following of men
who prefer him as the l. :. senator
from our second district to any other
man. and they 10 80 with personal good
will to all others who might with lropri-
ETY. occupy the position. The republic
can party needs in its candidates and
republican voters demand the services
of the ablest and most influential men.
This has been the republican policy III
this state and will undoubtedly continue
so. Gen. Grout will he a much more
valuable man in the Senate after his
long years of experience in the House.
He is "A man OF physical and intellectual
vigor. In his public life he has been
equal to every emergency: he has kept
his career free from adverse criticism:
his fidelity i ununpstioued he is in
touch with the administration per-
sonallv: and he is in hearty accord with
his constituents. Another strong i'm
nression in favor of Gen. Grout is the
fact that he is habile in following the
WAYS that make access to the depart
mauts by the simplest means as possible
to the poorest man in the country. especi-
ally 70 the neglected and deserving sol
der as to the most wealthy and inAuen-
tial So many are saving that no man
without long acquaintance and expert
ence can do as much for the best interests
and welfare Of the state and nation as
him. II is these points which make
this norton Of the state substantially a
unit for General Circuit for this exalted
nosition. and these views seemingly pre-
vail in many sections of the state AS will
he seen by extracts from the state press
published elsewhere. That there should
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-04-25
THEO. THORSEN ISFOUND.
FLOATING ON TOP OF THE WATER.
Nightwatch Rima Discovers Him in
the River Back of Reum's
Meat Market.

About five O'Clock Monday morning
Nightwatch Rima started home from
his duties, going along the bank of the
river, as had been his custom since
Theodore Thorsen was missed, and
watching to see if his body had come to
the surface during the night. He dis
covered Thorsen in the river in the
rear of Water street, nearly behind
Reum's meat market, his shoulder ard
coat being above the surface of the
water. Sheriff Christen and Coroner
Gibson were Immediately notified,
went to the river and removed the body
to an adjacent building in the rear
of Kjome & Ness. Upon examination
his pocket book, containing something
over $500, and some papers were found
on his person and there was nothing
about him to indicate foul play, which
theory did not have much weight from
the first. A coroner's jury was called
at nine o'clock, consisting of X. l.
Haugen, John Greer and ID. E. Reed,
with Atty. C. N. Houck as clerk.
After a careful examination the jury
returned verdict of accidental drown
ing, and the body was given over to
undertaken Golz to prepare for burial.
The funeral services We're held at
Hesper yesterday.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-04-25
Missed A Good Show.

Decorah people who.failed to witness
Lewis Morrison's "Faust" Mt the Grand
Friday evening missed one of the best
productions ever produced here. There
was but small house and the show
deserved crowded one. The individ-
ual characters were all well taken by
competent actors, while the beautiful
music of the male quartette and quin-
tette, which were repeatedly recalled
captivated the audience. Their beautiful
voices blended harmoniously and the
songs they sung were of high order.
The different stage settings with sue
cessful electrical effects were far above
the ordinary, and taken all together
the Grand opera house has had few
productions that outrank Morrison's
Faust
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-04-25
Mr. Owen in Light Comedy.

Henry Guy Carleton's delightful
play ybuilding Is best known by "a Gild-
ed Fool" the spirited comedy he wrote
for Nat C. Goodwin which made that
actor fortune. Mr.. William Owen,
well known as a romantic actor of
more than usual talents and graces, has
secured the rights to "A Gilded Fool"
and will present the comedy in DecOrah
at the Grand sometime in May. This
piece has never been seen in the small
er cities and Mr.. Owen was able to Sc
cure the rights for season.of ten weeks
only.
Very few American comedies have
been so successful as "a Gilded Fool, !"
partly because it is one of the most
amusing and delightful light comedies
of the present day. There is charm
and polish about the characters and a
sprightliness about the dialogue that
makes it very charming. Mr.. Owens
comedy talents are of high order and
his study and experience combine to
make his Chaun Short very attractive
character. The company supporting
Mr.. Owen was organized with the
special purpose Of producing "a Gid
ed FoU.' j. w. Mcconnell, the vet
eran actor and stage manager, is lead
ing man and has conceived some very
beautiful stage settings for the product
ion, The date of Mr.. Owens appear
ance will be announced later.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-04-25

"THE American Army Officer in
Action" is the subject of a paper which
Senator Albert J. Beveridge contributes
to forthcoming number of The Sdtur-
day Evening Post. During his visit to
the Archipelago, Mr.. Beveridge was
the guest and comrade of Generals
Lawton and King, and he tells some
stirring stories of the undaunted cour-
age of the tried Indian fighter and the
nonchalant GOODNESS of the army move
list
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-04-25
Didn't Know II Was Loaded.

Another catastrophe has resulted
from handling loaded gun, not know
ing it was loaded. Andrew Wick and
son, Of Canoe township, were cleaning
a rifle last Thursday and the boy was
holding it, supposing that he had ex-
tracted all the cartridges from the mag
azine, but unfortunately there was one
left, and in some manner 1t was dis
charged, entering the fathers knee and
passing up the limb to considerable
distance. 1t was a very painful acci-
dent and may result seriously.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-04-25
ANNUAL SIS. CONVENTION
WINNESHEIK co. S. s. ASSOCIATION
To be Held in the Congregations
Church, Wednesday and Thursday.
May 9 and 10, 1000.
PROGRAM.

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 8.
/ 80. Devotional, led by F. w. Christ
ianson, of Chicago Bible Institute.
200. Opening Address, by Rev. Philip
Slack, of Hesper, President.
2:l5. The Sunday School as an Evan
gelizing Agency, Rev. j. w. Allen
Discussion opened by Rev. A., w.
Smith.
2:45. Officers Reports. Responses
from schools. Let each School send
brief written report.
$50. Power of Association, by Rev.
Geo. b. Shoemaker, of Iowa Falls.
400. Question Box, conducted by Geo.
r. Baker, Of Ridgeway.
AIS. The Sunday School the Church's
Opportunity. Rev. VIM. Cum
mings, Burr Oak.
WEDNESDAY EVENING.
7;3O. Praise Service Led by Rev. Nj.
Willett.
500. Address: "Thistle or Pear?" by
Rev. Geo. b. Shoemaker.
THURSDAY MORNING, MAY 10.
900. Prayer Service and Bible Read
ing Led by F. w. Christianson.
$780, Decision Day. winning the
Scholars for Christ" Rev. Geo. B.
Shoemaker.
lO0O The S. s. Teachers loyalty to
the Word. Rev M. Willett.
Discussion opened by Rev. T. H.
Hendricks, Ridgeway.
1890. How can the stronger Town
Schools help the weaker Country
Schools? Rev. A. j. Gregg,
Frankville.
Discussion opened by Rev. J. Rid
ley, Burr Oak.
HOO. Benefits of Denominational Co
operation. Rev. w. V. Schlung.
Discussion opened by c. G. Brown,
Orleans.
1890 Banner Schools. Rev. g. B.
Shoemaker.
THURSDAY AFTERNOON.
l:30. Song Service and Devotional Elk.
ercises, led by /. B. Keeler.
300 House-to-house Visitation and
the Home Department. Rev. Geo.
B. Shoemaker.
Plans and Discussion by c. j.
Harlan.
2:45. Election of Officers and general
Business.
800 Methods for Review Sunday.
BY Prof. G. A. Oliver.
$780, Bible Drill. Rev. H. H. Barton,
POstville.
400. Question Box conducted by Rev
+. Will, Frankville.
THURSDAY EVENING.
1880. Song Service.
7:45. Address: studying the Word
of God for Profit" Rev. H. HI.
Barton.
Address: Rev. Geo. b. Shoemaker.