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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1900-07-25

In 1885 astrologers said the world
would be destroyed by the coniunc.
tion of the planets. A few years later
another alarm was raised, aud in 1882,
Simon Goulart claimed a mountain had
opened in Assyria and scroll had
been shown him on which was written
the prediction that the world was
coming to an end. He frightened
everybody.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1900-07-25

A curious fishing wheel is used on
the Columbia river, near Portland,
Ore. 1t is fixed near the bank of the
river, place being selected where tho
river is most rapid. The wheel con-
sists of three receivers. These are
enclosed on three sides by wire net
ting, and, as the wheel revolves by
means of the current, each receiver
is submerged beneath the water, and
scoops up the salmon as they Jump in
the rapids.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1900-07-25
Nm THOs. j ADAMS PROPRIETOR.
LOVE HAS A VOW.

They say, these critics wise and true,
That all life's tales are told;
That death lies meath the morning dew,
That tho heart of the world Is cold
The hero's dust, his red sword rust,
Ny lady slghs no more;
Good deeds Of valor, love and trust,
Ha! hs! are poets lore!
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1900-07-25

But lips speak low and hopes beat high,
Sweet faces fash oud fade;
Brave souls bow down to the mystic sky
Hoi Love has VOW new-made!
And never star DER the western bar
Falls into the deep OF night
But thought Is born that will burn for, far,
In the deathless soul OF the right!
Charles W. Stevenson.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31
PLAIN STATEMENT.
(Brom the Brattlcboro phoenix)

In the canvass now in progress for the
nomination of "A successor to Gen. GrOut
i'm this congressional district It may as
well be understood first as last, that there
is no opposition to Col TIaSkinS IN this
county, and that there will be none Fur
ther than this, the support Of COL. Has
kins by his own county Is not passive or
pcrfunctory, but is strong, active and do
termned. Mr. Plumleys candidacy Will
gain nothing by the claims to the con-
trary which have been put in circulation
within the past week Actual personal in
Vcstgation has proved beyond question
that there is no truth in the claim that
any town in the north part of the county
will be divided or even lukcwarm In col
IIaskins' support. An attempt made to
secure such a result in Mr.. Plumley's ia
vor met with prompt and decisive refusal
There is no more doubt that Rockingham
will send to the congressional convention
n delegation active in support of Col, Has
kins than that Brattleboro will do so. And
the same is true of every other town on
the north line of the county Any claim
10 the contrary is founded on falsehoUd
and deception Tho facts on which this
statement is based are at hand and can
be given in detail if 1t becomes necessary
or desra BILE to do So
This declaration is not needed to reas-
sure any friend of col. lIaskns in his
home county. 1t is made with absolute
rositivoness and conviction for the beue.
fit of any and all persons UP the district
who wish to know the facts, and who
may have been misled by any published
statement. All that the home supporters
of Col. HaSkins ask for him is fair ant
truthful treatment. 1t is their wish ant
purpose to avoid personalities. but they
hold winning hand if further develop
mcnts compel them to take the offensive
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31

The great Madame Schumann-Heink
ill sing at this festival, the finest con-
alto of the day, acknowledged by the
titles TO be the most wonderful voice in
9cratic or concert work. Madame Schu-
lann-Heink, coming to this country last
ear with the Grau Opera Co., created
n enthusiasm for alto roles of the grand
opera seldom if ever aroused before. A
marvellous voice under perfect control,
with tones so rich and full that they leave
nothing to be desired, a magnificent physi-
quo and strong magnetic personal charm,
Madame Schumann- Heink stands pre-
eminent to-day among the contraltos of
the world. and the people of Vermont will
indeed consider her singing at the festival
a rare treat
"a notice g. her life will be given below
Another great artist to appear at this
festival is Senior Campanar Senior Cam
parari is one of the leading baritones of
the Grand Opera of to-day. lie Is one
of the great attractions of the Grand
Opera Company, and Is Acknowledged
TO be the most clever and versatile of the
II odern artists. Senior Campanari has a
superb voice, full, rich, and resonant, and
of a clear and ringing quality. His rich
sympathetic voice, his noble method ard
wonderful dramatic fervor have won for
him as much success in oratorio and in
the opera. Senior Campanart Will prove a
gagged and will appear
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31
VERMONT'S ATTRACTIONS.
CFrom the Waterbury Record

The prospects are good for Nermont's
summer boarder trade. Hotel keeping re-
ports sufficient applications to fiji the diff
ferent summer resort houses. The Green
Mountain States is becoming more and
more famous each year as a summer re-
sort. We believe the time Is not far dis
tant when Mount Mansfield will be as well
patroniZed as the White Mountains and
that more than one first class hotel will
he on or near the Mountain. Vermont =
pure water and air and add to this her
hosptable people all go to favor attract
ing city people. Fish Commissioners Bal
ley and ritcomb are putting Vermont :
trout brooks in a tempting attitude tow
ard city guests TO sum it all up the
state is growing more and more attractive
each year.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31

are effective aud pleasing, and his church
anthems are ranked very high, but his
special forte Is as conductor. His pecuI-
lar and rorciblc magnetism and power are
felt by every member Of the chorus under
his baton. and his enthusiasm and energy
make him unyielding in his efforts to at
tain the desired result. His labors have
been indcratiCablc, his energy and per-
severance untiring, his genius ana ability
have won for him respect and admiration.
MIR. HENRI BLA1SDELL.
Mr.. Henri Rlaisdell is a native Of New
hampshire and comes of a musical fam
lily. His mother was soprano Of marked
ability, and his father WIS an instrument
talist of more than ordinary merit Mr..
Baisdcll began his musical career at nine
years Of age with the study Of the violin,
appearing in public at the age of four
teen, and since then he has studied with
several prominent masters.
For twelve years MIR. Blaisdcll was con
cert master under Carl Icrrahn in the
festival work throughout the New Eng
land, Middle. and Southern States rs
conductor Mr. Rlaisdoll achieved his
greatest success, and for many years he
wty conductor of the English Opera Com
panY in Boston
Mr.. Rlaisdel has associated himself
with Mr. Chapman in these great festiVa
schemes. believing that in the next five
years tho art of music in New England
will receive q greater impetus than evei
before and that the public will be bone
hted by such united efforts. The SUDDEN
in music " i'll he benefited and encouraged
and all can hear the most eminent per
formers OF the world at n small outlay o
time and money.
Baileys Music Rooms will be headquar
tors in burlington for the festival ant
here subscriptions will be taken for patron
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31
COWS
CHARLES T.. wHEELER's ESTATE.

CHARLES r WHEELER'S ESTATE.
STATE OF VERMONT The Hon. Pro-
bate Court for the District OF Chltten-
den;
10 all persons Interested in the estate
of Charles f. Wheeler late of Burling ton.
in said district, deceased,
GREETING;
Whereas. said Court has assigned the
18TH DAY OF June, 1900, next for the settle
ment OF the account Of Louise O. Vince
er. as administrative OF the cs-
tate of Charles f. Wheeler late of Bur-
nngton, in said district, deceased. ana Tor
a decree of the residue of said estate 10
the lawful claimants of said deceased,
and ordered that public notice
thereof be given to all persons Interested
n said estate by publishing this order
three weeks successfully previous to the
day assigned, IN the Burlington Weekly
Free Press, a newspaper published in
Burlington in said district.
Therefore, you are hereby notified to
appear at the Probate Court rooms IN
Burlington, on the day assigned, then ana
there TO contest the allowance OF said
account II you see cause, and 10 establish
your right az heirs, legatees and lawful
claimants OF said residue.
Given under my hand. this l4th day a
May, 1900,
| .E,w.st Register.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31

Charlotte Maconda, another artist to APP
pear at this festival is by birth an Ameri-
can. She has a full, clear soprano voice
which Is richly endowed with mellowncss
and musical quality She is capable Of
most brilliant and dramatic work. Ma
dame Maconda is distinguished for her
voice, her singing, her style her ARTISTIC
feeling, the qualities which render a con-
cert singer great.
Gwilyn Miles is also among the role OF
eminent artists TO appear al this festival
Gwilyn Miles is an artist of merit and il
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31
A w oman's Awful Peril

"phere is only one chance to save your
life and that is through an operation"
were the startling words heard by Mrs.
l. b. Hunt of Lime Ridge. Wis, from her
doctor after he had vainly tried to cure
her of a frightful case of stomach trouble
and yellow jaundce, Gan stones had
formed and she constantly grew worse
Then she began to use Electric Bitters
which wholly cured her. It's a wonder
full Stomach. Liver and Kidney remedy
Cures Dyspepsia Loss of Appetite. Try
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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31
THE PINE TREE ON BLA1R's HILL

THE PIN TREE ON BLAl X HILL
(1he pine tree which is the subject Of
the following lines stood on hill in the
town of Shelburne, and the timber from
it was used in the construction of the
old Lake steamer Burlington" Across
the hill was runway for foxes well
known to sportsmen of former years)
Grand old pine; coniferous king!
Now of thy usefulness and death | sing.
In boyhood days when wandering through
the wood, thou vert my guide,
For when night o'ertook me, ere | reach
ed my home
guided was in the darkness by thy
lmned dome,
Full oft I've seen the eagle from her dir
~ height descend
And perch upon tiny topmost bough.
Then unmmdful of the fox and hound
as across the hill they sped,
Would sit with ollnkless eye and pensiVe
mood
And scan the country round in search Of
food.
For. by nature taught the mother knew
fun well her eaglets must be fed.
Maybe luckless fowl which far had
wandered from the coop
OR perchance lambkin the laggard Of
the flock,
or, these lacking, some Wrieghng reptile,
espied by faultless eye,
Would he the object Of the eagles swoop,
And borne to eyrie on some distant rock
Would stay the hunger of her waiting
brood
Defiant of the storms by Heaven sent;
For ages thou had stood; and to the winds
Which ravage sea and land,
Like monarch proud, thou simply bent
thy head.
As years rolled on, thy giant trunk,
Unmarried 10y knot or limb,
Became an object of the woodman S
greed,
And thou didst yield to him
Like kingly heads of olden time
Thou thus vert made to feel
The helplessness of monarchy
When mcnaced by the aXeman's steel.
Though the Woodlands blade had laid thee
low
Thou vast not like a headless king borne
to grave;
But thy PROSTATE bole, by skilful hands
was made tO form
/ In part steamers frame, to breast the
treacherous wave,
r. !. PlERSON.
/ 1880 Fulton street, Brooklyn, n \.
April 10, 1900
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31

,,,,. ,.,,,, =, ,,-,,,. ,-,,.., ,,..,..,.,
l'lr @'"i " TX ~. W h I''h'i'l-
Thev arc marching to the drum can
hear the sduadrons come
when tho veterans of Victsnurp muster
ont upou raradc.
For tho old familiar roll summons every
soldiers soul
From tho countless graves of glory
whore their halloved dust is laid
with his bullct-riddled flags and his fc ct
in bloody rags.
Walks the pale young Continental with
his muskot at his back:
There are pcirv's battered tars. with their
cutInse,s ana scars
Ana Eouhommo Richards sailors with
the smoke of battle black.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31

the direction OF Mr.. W. II. Chapman. At
.heso festivals there was not only a large
,horus and orchestra, but Mr.. Chapman
occurred the work of great artists, Ma
lame Sembrich. Nordica. and Gadsl<i.
with these artists and a large wcll-train-
ed orchestra, Maine has enjoyed for the
,ast three years a musical festival as
great as any given in America.
1t seemed, however considering the
great cost of securing such artists that
future festivals could never be as good or
kept up to the standard which Mr. Chap
man had set so high. The following plan
mas been adopted, which, when carried
put. will make possible these great fest
walls with the finest artists for soloists.
The plan now proposed is that festivals
be given in the States of Vermont and
New Hampshire as well as in Maine. and
in this way more engagements be made
for the artists during a few consecutive
weeks The great singers will be willing
10 favorably consider a months engage
ment at this season of the year, when one
or two dates could not possibly tempt
them. BY this plan these artists can be
secured during a month in the fall to visit
Maine New Hampshire, and Vermont.
and by the concerted action Of these three
states more can be done for the musical
interests of Northern New England than
has ever yet been accomplished.
on the Sth, 9Th and 10th Of next October,
Vermont is TO enjoy musical festival Of
the highest merit. The great oratorio,
elijah, by Mendelssohn and brilliant opera
tic programs are to be presented. This
festival is to be held at Burlington, Vt,
aAs the following artists have been en-
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31

those who arc lovers OF music; but this
announcement goes out not only to those
no care for music and have musical tai
cnt, but to all NcrmontCis that they ShalI
support this special interest of the state,
both for the general good which 1t may
do the state and for the particular good
Of those who care for music and who
have not had the opportunities when are
afforded by this new pan.
rho Patron Ticket is - means by when
all can assist and make this Musical Fes-
tival a STATE INSTITUTION.
The Patron Tickets costs five dollars
s5.O0) and entities the holder to a choice
reserved scat at the two afternoon and
three evening concerts OF the festival. The
cost Of the single tickets will be at least
500 a concert involving a total cost of $40
or $l2 dollars.
SIG. CAMPANARI.
Sig. Campandr was born in Italy. Ills
father was an honored attorney In that
country. He comes from musical fam
lily, and Is not the only member who Is
prominent IN the musical world, as his
brother. Loandcr Campanari who Is well
known i'm this country. Is at the present
time the director of the Milan orchestra.
Campanari first showed his musical abl-
itv as Cellist Of the Milan orchestra. lie
was brought to America when the Boston
for seven years first Cclist of that organ
ization. He often Informed his friends
that he could sing better than his cello,
hut they gave him no encouragement IN
/ that direction until some artists WHO
were engaged for the concerts of the POS
ton symphony orchestra DISAPPOINTED
and Campanari was called upon to make
! good his boast" which he did with sucf
unexpected success that Mr.. Arthur Nick
sch, who was at the time conducting the
Boston symphony orchestra insisted up
on Campanari's being engaged as solois'
for various concerts. Later on Campanar
came to New York whore he was heart
with equal success In concerts under the
direction of Anton Seidl w. Il. Chapman
and Walter Damrosch. Then he was
heard in English opera, with GustaN'
Hlniichs Campanar created the role o.
Tonic" UagiaccD in this country
Mr.. Wolfs0hn. his manager, arranged
with Mr.. Maurice Grau Of the Metro
politan Opera House for Campanari's on
gagement which was "A three years con
tract. Since that time he has been con
rected with the Metropolitan Opera fore
es, and also Covent Garden of London
as one of the leading baitones of tina
organization.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31

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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31
CANDIDATE FOR ELECTOR.
From the Lyndonville JournalJ

We learn from reliable source tina,
Geo. F.. Fisher will be a candidate for
presidential elector this fall. Mr.. Fisher
is an energetic republican, as his work
as chairman of the town committee shows
and the town of Lyndon would be honored
by his election to the important position
to which he aspires. Mr.. Fishers candi-
racy will meet with hearty support whor-
ever he is known.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31

the greater musical works. At Burling-
ton, Vt. IA chorus of POO is already at
work
Mr.. W. r. Chapman, Mr.. Henri Blais-
dell, and Mr.. Harry Engels of Rutland
will devote themselves, during these com
ing months. to the training of these small
choruses. There is perfect unity of con-
coption in the direction of the work and
the chorus Of every town will receive the
same instruction and the Interpretation
of the music is made uniform.
1t Is Mr.. Chapman'S earnest purpose,
with the cooperation of Mr.. BiaisdeH ana
Mr.. Engcs, to make this festival great
musical success and to have the large
New England choruses render in an ade-
qudte and splendid manner the music
which they have undertaken.
The festival and choral work are to be
! under the direction of Mr.. w II. Chap
man. MIR. Blasdell, and Mr. Ensels of
| Rutland.
GUARANTEE FUND.
The States of Maine and New Hamp-
shire have secured for their festivals n
large permanent guarantee fund and 1t Is
now the duty of Vermont with the great
| festival She is to be given next fall tc
establish her guarantee fund. and thus by
the corporation of the three sister States
a musical festival of such great merit anC
benefit will be assured permanent OK
istence, and may be held for many sue
cccding years,
It viii readily be seen that this Is as
great an offer for the benefit of the musl'
zeal interests of the State as Vermont
could possibly receive. We are asked e
cooperate with the States of Maine anc
New Hampshire and both of these States
have established their guarantee funds
Two-thirds of the work of this plan Is
| thus accomplished, and by our doing oui
! N
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31
47w3t
ESTATE or HARRIET NJ. ASHLEY.
MILTON

We, the subscribers, having been ap,
pointed by the Honorable the Probate
Court for tho District of Chittendep, COM
mlssioners to receive, examine and adjus.
the claims and demands Of al persons
against the estate of Harriet NJ Ashley
late of Milton, in said district, dcccuscd
IN Offset thereto, ana six months from The
day of the date hereof being allowed by
said court for that purpose, we do there.
fore hereby give notice that we will attend
to the duties of our appointment at the
late residence of this decedent, in Milton
in said district, on the third Tuesdays OF
July and November next, at 10 clock
a. m on each OF said days.
Dated this 2lst day of May, 1900.
c. A. PRATT
H. c. McNALL,
47,w,St Commis siopers.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31
VERMONT TALENT.

ono afternoon concert of the Musical
Festival will be devoted to Vermont tai
ont The most prominent artists of this
State will be presented. 1t is the object
Of this Musical Festival not merely to
bring great artists to the state, but to
encourage and develop home talent in
every possible way The personel for this
program has not yet been completely de-
cided upon. but in a few weeks the pro-
gram and the names of all the artists will
be given
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31
SCUUMANN HETNK.

Although Frau Schumann-Heink is sun
a young woman. just in the fullness OF
her artistic powers, She has been on the
stage for nearly twenty years. fter
strongly musical gifts manifested them
selves at an early age, and she was only
thirteen when she began her vocal stud
les Four years later, when she heard that
a contralto WAS wanted at the Court thea
ter in Dresden Frau Heink presented her
self, along with many other experienced
singers for the place. After singing the
Fidcs' Aria from La Prophete, ana the
"Brindiai" from "Lucrczia Borga' she
was Immediately engaged and made her
dcbute in October ISIS, as Azucena i'll III
Trovatore." From Dresden Frau Heink
went TO Hamburg, where she remained
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1900-05-31

TOR eight years at the Stadt theater. She
made several successful appearances in
Berlin bat 1t was when Frau Cosima
Wagner engaged her for Bayreuth season,
lS9i, that Frau Henk's reputation first
extended beyond the boundaries of her
own country. In the ring performances
she sang "Erda," the first Mora and
"Waltraute." Frau Heink made her first
appearance in London this summer and
her share in tho Wagner performances
was highly praised. She is now under en-
Gagement to the Royal theater in Berlin,
,gith the privilege of long vacation every
year. 1t is this condition of her contract
that enables her to appear in this country
AS the first contralto of the Grau Opera
company in New York, she has for the
past two seasons attained much public
rIte and the praise Of all for her great
ability as an actress and her marvellous
voice.
RICHARD BURMElSTER.
Richard Burmeister was born in Ham
| burg, Germany. He received an academic
| education, but when ready to go to the
| University 10 study medicine, decided 10
change from science ara follow art His
| first musical instruction was received in
] his native city. Soon after that he be-
/ came n pupil of Liszt with whom he stud
/ led continuously for three years accom-
panying the great master to Rome
tours wherever he appeared, either in t,u-
! rope or America. he has been acknoWlcdg-
ed as one of the great piano virtues and
n musician of the highest order. AS a
composer he holds "A most envable posi-
! ton among the contemporaries. Since
| October 1898 Burmeister has resided IN
/ New York city.
His success at the Maine festivals last
/ October was phenomenal and the critics
agreed in prasng his marvellous teclni-
to his playing a rare delicacy of tone AND
! sympathy of expression
MIR. w. r.. CHAPMAN.
William Rogers Chapman was borr
Bethel, Maine. His father was "A celebrat'
ed Congregational clergyman in Boston
and New York, and his mother was
lover Of art in its highest form.
After having been educated in New
York city, Mr.. Chapman, in 1875, went Il
Europe to take an additional course II
music. ON his return he accepted tn,
position as organst in one of New York.
largest churches, where for twenty years
with organ and chors OF his own selec
ton. he has rendered music of the highes
order.
He was the choral diroctorat the great Pat
II festival in 1881 at Madison Square Gar
den and has conducted in the concerts o
the Philharmonic Society of New Yorl,
and with Mr.. Theodore Thomas MI
: Anton Seidl and Emile Paur,
Mr. Chapman is well known as a com
: poser, organist, and teacher. His song