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Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1900-01-11
ANIMAL TALES

The tongue of full-grown giraffe is
about IS inches long
A cat in a Strand tavern in London
has become incorporate through drink
ing wine spilled by walters.
a trained rat is a pet in the family
Of Forbes Baker, of Steuben, Me. A
Maltese cat caught it last winter, and
brought it up with litter of kittens
In time IL learned to catch mice, and
is a capital mouser. .....
Tootbache troubled a cat belonging
10 James Deyer, of Norristown, Pa. A
dentist extracted all her teeth and
fitted an artificial set in her Jaws. Ev-
cry night. before retiring, she runs to
her master to have her teeth removed.
The authorities in Algeria gave S40.-
coo towards fighting the grasshoppers.
In one section 5000 camels were en-
ployed 10 carry the material for burn
ing over the places where eggs had
been deposited
A novel experience is chronicled by
Mrs. w. NJ. Schowengerdt, of Independ-
enee, Mo. She put on the stove a kettle
OF water to boil for tea. As the water
became warm, she heard a splashing in
the Kettle, and presently saw snakes
head emerge from the spout. She had
nlied the Kettle from cistern.
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STATE OF VERMONT, Ia the matter Of A.
District OF Randolph I w. Tewk sbury &
sons and A. b. & NJ. A. Tewksbufy, in.
solvent debtors.
IL Is ordered that the third and dnsl
meeting OF the creditors OF said insolVent
debtors be held az the Probate Office 10
randolph In said district, on the i7lh day
OF January, 1900, at 10 O'Clock, a. m, Tor
ne purposes set forts In sections 2,l30,
2 IS and 2, li9 OF the Vermont statutes.
The Register OF this court is directed to
give notice to all known creditors OF sid
insolvent debtors, by sending them by
mail, pre- paid, written or printed notices,
stating the time and place OF said meet
ings;
Also to notify the said insolvent debtors
To be present thereat;
Also TO publish notice OF the time and
place OF said meeting two weeks success
lvely IN the HERALD AND NEws, news.
paper published at Randolph In this state
prior to the time OF said meeting.
Given under ny hand and the sesl o.
I he Court Of Insolvency for the District OF
randolph this % b day % Dec, 1893.
WILLIAM II. NICHOLS, Judge
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nv local applications ss hey cannot reach
the diseased portion Of the ear. There d
only one way to cure deafness, and thai Il
Dy constitutional r medies. Deafness Is
caused By an infamed condition % the
mucous lining OF the Eustachian Tube
when this tube is IL famed YOU have 4
rumhling sound OF imperfect bearing, and
when Il Is entirely closed, deafness is the
result, and un4ess the Inflammation can
oe tsken out and this tube restored to tts
normal condition, hearing will be de.
stroyed forever; nine cases DOT Of ten are
caused bv Catsrrh, - hitch is not hing but
sn inhsmed condition OF the Mucous sur.
faces.
We viii give One Hundred Dollars for
shy case OF Deafness caused nv catarrhl
that cannot be cur q by Hall's Catsrrh
Cure. Send Tor circulsrs; free.
r ]. CHENEY SEQ, Toledo, o.
Sold by Druggists. 75c.
az FAM u Pulls are the best.
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South StocKbridge.

Mrs. Hervey Mills is confined to her
bed by sickness.
Miss Bell Newell had birthday party
last Friday evening.
The Ladies' Aid society will meet with
Mrs. Riley Blanchard this week Thurs
day.
Clarence Mills OF Pittsield visited at
Geo. Mills last Sunday, also Ed. Mills Of
Gaysville.
J. s. Davis and family we're in Pittsheld
New Years to attend the 60th Wedding
anniversary OF Mr.. and Mrs. John Mills.
Arthur Boutwell, of North Sherburne,
Ted and Archie Savage OF ProctorsyiIle
were at their uncle's, Herbert Boutwell's,
last week.
Levi b Goddard and Misses Rubie and
Tavern Hunt attended the 5Oth wedding
anniversary OF Mr.. and Mrs. John Mills
in Pitlsfeld.
Mr.. and Mrs. Herbert Boutwell, were in
North Sherburne New Years to attend
the 5Oth wedding anniversary OF their
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Seth Boutwell,.
Lewis Dennis, Salem, Ind, SAYS, "Kodol
Dyspepsia Cure did me more good than
anything ever took" IL digests what
you eat and can not help but cure dyspep-
sia and stomach troubles. o. X. Hood &
Son, Chelsea.
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Mrs. VIM. oshs visited in Bethel satur.
day.
Miss Lula Williams is home for a short
vacation
Fred and Charlie Peacor were home
from Bethel over Sunday.
Harrison Richardson and wife OF Rox.
bury we're 10 town Sunday.
Geo. Peacor has been quite IN with the
grip. tie j. attended by DR.. Fletcher.
Perry Smith has finished work az Barre
and has moved into VIM. Duuham's house.
Geo. Clark recently hurt his knee unite
badly by being caught between two logs
in the woods.
Several from here were entertained ~
East Granville last week Wedresdsv sv =
ening by Mr.. and Mrs. l.. l. Dickerman
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East Bethel.

Having thoroughly built over our grist
mill 1--we are prepared to do good and Quick
work Tor our customers. Our price 10,
grinding IS SIX cents per hundred. Give
US your patronage and we will try Ia
please you. 3W A.A Sropps
White River Pomona grange will meet
with Middle Branch grange the 2Oth.
Mr.. Young OF Morrisville is stoppinp
with bis son, Geo. Young, at the old
Burnham place.
MYron Washburn has hired the grist
mill and is now running it. It has been
mill. The best OF work may be exnectej
at low prices.
A hrst-class entertainment will be
given IN the Universalst church Tburs.
day evening, Jan. is, consisting of select
readings by Rev. Miss Selman, solos
parish. An ENJOYABLE evening nromiseS
to all who attend.
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will be in Hancock 1T George Marsb's
Jan. 10th. DIR. g. Il. sPILJER, optician.
There will be evsngelistic meetings in
the church every evening OF next week.
Abram Mann, business m-n from BARR,
Sill speak each evening. Mr. Mann viii
have one or two workers with him and
vi PLAY on musical instruments, music
inst MI be appropriate for the occasion.
invited.
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Bethel Local Intelligence.
BETHEL RAILROAD TIMETABLE.

BETHEL RAILROAD TIMETABLE.
North Bound-1:3S a. m; a. M; 2:3l
p. m; 5:ll p. m.
south Bound-2:15 a. m; 1912 a. m.
/ AZ p. m; 7:2s p. m.
Paper t-ain sundays only s;13 a. m.
North -Bound.)
Fine quality Japan tea, 3Se. at Brooks
& LaDue's.
$1,000 II. maple and ash logs wanted at
Cushlng's mill II
Three packages No. envelopes, 10c. at
Brooks q Ladue's.
Prices talk. Don't pay 10 cents for Ian
tern globes. Brooks & LaDue cell them
Cor 5 cents.
II the people OF Bethel want to buy the
best ana purest coffee they should buy the
famous Red Cross brand put up in one.
pound sealed cans Endorsed by the Ameri-
can Journal OF Health. None better at
any price. For sale only by Brooks & La
Due.
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" est RrnnkfieIlI-

Frank Bryant Of South Royalton was in
town the first Of the week.
Miss l. lie Flint OF Braintree spent Sat
urday and Sunday at b. A Fllnt's.
John J"rd has moved his family to the
Bruce place near Connecticut Corner.
The special meetings held here last
week we've well attended and much good
was done.
Mrs Emily 8rysnt expects TO 20 10
South Royalton 10 few days to live with
her son through tie winter.
There wi be a neoktie and apron social
at TIE church next Saturday evening. All
are invited 90 attend. Ladies pl -ase bring
cake and an apron with necktIe to match
Ihere VIII be- short session Of the sing
ing school after which will be the social.
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We, the undersigned, do hereby agree
To refund the money on a so cent bottle
OF Greene's Warranted Syrup OF Tar II IN
fails to cure your cough or cold. We also
guarantee 25-cent bottle to prove salts.
factory or money refunded.
Q. Z. Black, south Royalton.
Geo. A. Laird, Royaltnn.
Walbridge & Heath, Sharon.
Badger & Noyes, Sharon.
A, n. King & Son, Tunbridge.
Edward Miller, East Barnard.
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North Tunbrtoga

Two pairs of 3 yesr-old steers for sale.
p. DICKERMAN.
The Universslist Ladies' Social circIs
VIII hold Its annual meeting at Wigbtjs
hall on the evening OF Jan, 18th Tba
mem oers OF the Universalist church viii
halo thelr annual nesting for election IN
officers at the same time and place. u
The annual donation for the benefit n,
Rev. J. n. Dickson and family will he
held on Wednesday, Jan. 18th, at the nsre
sonsge IN the afternoon and EVENING
Every one is cordially invited to come
sno give due appreciation for his labors
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VIM. Hill was in Warren two days las
week.
Charles Angel is working for Charlie
Spaulding.
Arthur Ballard and Iwife were in Bar
nard Sunday.
Andrew Gould OF Randolph was in town
the first Of the week.
Orwell Harrington is caring for Mr.
! McCollom at L. b. Morey's.
! John johnson Is moving into the tene-
ment formerly occupied by VIII Reed.
Mrs. +. V. Hassam and Mrs. Wilfred
Hassam we're in Bethel day recently.
Will Hassam, Charles Lowell and o. ].
Richardson were in Bethel a day last
week.
Rev. Parounagian and family of Pitts
field spent day at Rev. W. f. Hill's last
week.
Martin Wyman, Sr., and wife OF Boston
are expected here this week to remain
awhile.
Mrs. Bert Roberts entertained a few
friends with a whist party last Friday
evening.
westley Roberts and wife returned
home from their visit in Bethel last week
Tuesday.
Ellison Martel had the misfortune to
break bis leg while unloading logs at the |
mill last Thursday.
The Christian Union will hold a social |
at Union ball Tuesday evening, jan. Is, to |
which all are invited.
Mr.. Hardman Of Essex, Conn, was in
town few days last week In the interest
OF the Gaysville Woodworking Works.
The NJ. e. and Congregational churches
have extended an invitation TO the Uuiv.
church to join them in the week OF prayer
this .seek. . -.-
The Misses McColom OF Woodstock
we're in town a day last week to see their
'ather, Dea. McCollom, who is sick with
As Mrs. J. c. Caswell was going to Ran
iolph Jan. 2nd she had the misfortune to
ose dress skirt and horse blanket from
ler wagon between Bethel and Randolph. ,
As John Chedel was carry ing his daugh-
or, Annie, back to her school at PittsfeId
New Years day, they drove off the bank
up the hill above Jesse Wright's, but with .
10 serious damage except to the sleigh.
About $3.50 D. m. last Thursday fire was
discovered in the boarding house. In the
fternoon the chimney burned out and
quite lively blaze got started but the
larm was given and help was there in {
hort time and the fire was put out Had {
his fire got a start it would undoubtedly
lave been quite fire.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1900-01-11

fathers residence Wednesday, December
q, after long illness with pulmonary
tuberculosis. He had been here through
the summer and fall, having come from
his Florida home in May. Mr.. Adams
mad not lived much in town since his
youth, but had made frequent visits home
and bad many friends among the younger
people Of the village. His wife, who
cared for him constantly during his ILL
| ness, was Miss Clara Latimer OF Middle
bury. For the good OF his health be made
home for about four years in Cocoanut
I Grove, Florida. The funeral services we're
I held at the house Saturday, the 30th, at
I 80 p. M, Rev. E. A. Read officiating.
At the society meeting OF the First
Congl church last Friday afternoon the
following business was transacted. Dea-
con Alonzo Emery was elected moderator
and the following officers for the year en-
suing were chosen Mrs. Z. +. Waldo, |
clerk; Mrs. G.. e. Graham, treasurer; Mrs. |
Sophia Harding, collector; T.. l.. Messer, |
AlOnzo Emery and Harry Kerr, pruden-
tial committee; Mrs. Ruth Dickey, Mrs. /
&. F. Waldo, Miss Ann Sargent, Mrs. Geo.
Parker, Miss Lulu Graham, visiting COM
mittee. 1t was voted to hold the annual
roll call on be evening OF Jan. oath. A
committee OF entertainment for the same
was appointed, consisting OF Rev. Will
mond Werner, Miss Corelyn Dickey, Miss
Nellie Flynn; committee on refreshments,
Mrs. Chas. Allen, Mrs. Chas. Waldo and
Miss Ann Sargent.
The grand Jury at Woodstock found
bills against John Keleher and L. n.
Smith OF this town for having, with in
tent to sell, intoxicating liquor. These
indictments are supposed to be based on
the holding OF a United States license,
" hich is necessary for the sale OF the So
called two per cent beers. Mr.. Keleher
has a report OF an analysis of the "Uno
beer" sold by him, which shows it contains
alcohol by volume 24s per cent or by
weight 1872 per cent. The examining
chemist goes on to state that in his opin-
on no malt is used in its manufacture and
hat II is made by the fermentation OF a
syrup by means OF a properly
cultured yeast, and that it is practically
n all its properties like a home made
ugar beer with hop extract, and that ii is
lot an intoxicating beer, malt beer nor
diluted lager beer. There Is now a test
ase from another county pending before
he higher court as to the new section OF
be liquor law making the holding OF a
nited States 'licensen prima facie evil
ence Of keeping with intent to sell, and
be result OF this case will probably de- :
srmine the disposition Of many similar
ises that have arisen all over the state.
"Little Colds" neglected thousands of
YES sacrificed every year. DR.. Woods
orway Pine Syrup cures little colds o
Tres big colds too, down to the very verge e
cOnsumptIou. y
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OId PeonIe NIndn Nnnn.

j. c. sherman, the veteran editor OF the
Nermontville Mich } Echo, has discoy.
cred the remarssb'e secret Of keeping old
people Young. For years he has avoided
y rVoasness, l-eplessness, Tndigest i'm.
HeAri Irhnb e, Constipation ana Rneuma-
tlsm bE n~in Electric Bittsrs, and be
writes: "Ii can't be praised too bigbiy
Il gently stimulates be kidneys, tones 1 ~
stomach, aids digestion and gives a spien
DID app tie. Il has worked wonders Tor
nv wife and me. It's marvel Gus REM
ecv Tor "a paopIs's comuIaints."
O'iv Soc. ~ Drew & Leonard's drug
ere ~ Randolph, Vt.
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Card.

We, the undersigned, do hereby AGRA,
to refund the money on 5n-csnt' ss, ,1e
OF GreeBe's Warranted Syrup on Tar Z, - !,
tells TO cure your cough or cold. We sise
guarantee a 25-cent bottle to nrovs 81,
t,f+ctory or money refunded Sa'
@. NJ Miller, Bethel
ID. o. Goodno, Rochester.
n. &. Hubbard, Granville.
G. J. Stockwell, Hancock.
l. V. Green, Stock bridge.
J. A. Chcdel & Co., Cause.-The
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1900-01-11

Stranger have come, sir, to marry
your daughter.
Millionaire-Eh? VIVA
Stranger-A million or two will be
necessary to make us comfortable. and
oil course you will give it. Shall leave
my satchel here while go to present
myself to your daughter?
millionaire (bewildered)-Have YOU
credentials in your satchel?
otranger-No; nothing but dyna-
mite.-N. Y. Weekly.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1900-01-11

Chicken pox has been in town recently
w. j. Blodgett is In Derby, Conn.,, thi
week.
AdBh Greene is at work In the City no
tel az Barre at present.
Frank Tracy and family will remain on
g. Peck's farm another year.
Henry Fullam was called home last
week by The death OF his father.
Mrs. Mary Mason Is visiting her daugh-
ter, Hattie wills, in Worcester, Mass.
The grange installed their officers last
Friday night, this being followed by an
oyster supper.
New YEARS. eve the young people gave
Mr.. aud Mrs Lauriston Stone a reception,
which was much enjoyed.
f. d. Ladd and wife OF Barre we're In
town Sunday to SEQ her sister, Mrs. Wal.
ter Howard, who Is very low.
On account OF the sudden and severe ILL.,
ness OF Charles Beard, George Mason and
wife we're summoned from PortlandL Me.
Mrs. Mason will remain awhile.
The installation OF officers OF the Ma
sonic lodge and Eastern Star will take
place next week Thursday evening. A
banqu will be served by the ladies OF the
Eastern Star.
The remains OF Loren Freeman, a long
time ftHlNeul lU lUth NONh1 were drought
from Claremont, N. H., where he recently |
lived with his only son. The funeral WIS |
held az he Second church yesterday and |
interment was In the Center cemetery be- |
side his wife.
After several weeks OF suffering, Mr.. !
Calvin Fullam departed this life last Satur.
day morning. A devoted husband, low
ing father and kind neighbor will be
greatly missed. Funeral services were
held at his late home Monday, the Mason.
ic fraternity attending In a body, with
rites at the grave.
The roll call at the First and Second
churches we're especially well represented
personally or by letter messages. Previ-
Gus 10 closing the meeting OF the Second
church the pastor reminded those present
of the Indebtedness OF the church which
had been burden and draw back since re-
pairing and repaiDting the church and
par4onage some two or three years ago,
and the desirability that the debt be met
there and then. The plan OF shares at g
each was thought best and the result was
that the debt was nearly raised, from one.
half TO ten shares being taken by both {
men and women, thus giving cheer TO {
many hearts. Z
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1900-01-11

There is the horseless carriaga ;, .ho
said, thoughtfully.
Yes" he admitted.
And wireless telegraphy?"
yes"
wonder" she said, with a SIGH
ships?" W u :
r., Then he FASTENED to reassure her
Chicago Post.
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We VIII Positively Pay You One
Dollar

II one bottle OF Smiths Green Mountain
Renovator does not benefit you in case
YOU are troubled with any blood disorder,
chronic rheumatism or neuralgia affee-
ttons. 1t is endorsed by the best physi-
clans in the country, and is warranted to
do what is claimed for it. E.E. Evans &Co.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1900-01-11

some folks say that ignorance Is a terrible
iet every one that has 1t seems perfectly
void Of pain. H1''e ue-
FOR Of ell who are afflicted but very fam
complain. 'e'S ie"
Chicago Daily News
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Auction Sale.

Twill sell at public auction to the high
est bidder at the office of Guy Wilson il
Bethel, VT, on Wednesday. the 18th day
Of January, A. d., 1900, at ten o'clock II
the forenoon, six shares OF the capita
stock Of the Bethel Shoe Co.
Debenture bond No. SIS, series r, fOl
FOO Of the Vermont Losn and Trust Co.
Debenture bond No 521, series F, OF the
Vermont Loan and Trust Co., for the sum
of 500.
Debenture bond No. 531, series II, for
800 OF the Vermont Loan and Trust Co.
Said Vermont Losn and Trust Co. IS To-
Gated at Grand Forks, Dakota.
Debenture bond for $500 OF the North
western Guaranty Loan 20. OF Minneapo-
lis, Mimi, No. 81, series j.
Debenture bond OF the said Northwest.
ern Guaranty Loan Co. No. 30, series j,
for $500.
Dtbenture bond OF said Northwestern
Guaranty Loan Co. for 500, the same
being unsigned and not mum bered.
Fifteen shares OF the Bethel Electric
Liz ht and Power 90.
ROBERT NOBLE, executor OF Mrs. Jane
2. Wheeler. Bethel, VT, Jan. 9, 1900.
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L,illIesvIlIe.

Miss Nora Cutler spent Sunday at home.
Prof. X. c. West is home from Wood.
stock.
Fred Daniels was a recent guest OF Miss
Lula Chamberlain.
Mabel Buttles is spending a few days
with Mrs, r, c. West.
Sayles Hoisington and Bessie Markham
recently spent day In Bethel.
Miss Alma w ilson was the guest OF Miss
Nora Cutler Saturday and Sunday.
Aaron Hoisington OF Rochester is the
guest OF his brother, Sayles Hoisington.
Rev. and Mrs. W. F. Hill OF Gaysville
were recent visitors OF Miss Bessie Max
ham.
Miss Lula Chamberlain, who has been
spending her vacation at home, has re-
turned to her school in Barre.
Mrs. Eugene Twitchell and daughter.
Fannie, Charles Martin OF Rochester and
Mr.: and Mrs. Chas. Brown called on MIR.
and Mrs. Sayles Hoisington last week.
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DIR. Humphreys Specific Manual on the
trestmt nj aud cure II the sick mailed free
on request Address Humphreys Medi.
cine Con- pany, New YORK.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1900-01-11

tell YOU" said wise Bobbie. "a fell
, can't he too careful about scrap
,ng ms skin off. cause the paint under
It's real fresh."-Judre
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sizeI doesn't indicate quality. Beware
OF counterfeit and worthless sslve offered
for De rs Witch Hazel Silve. De-
Wits is tine only original. An infallible
cure for piles and all skin diseases. q. M.
Miller Bethel.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1900-01-11

j.; l. Bevry, Loganton, Pa, writes, 81 am
wllllng 10 take my oath that | was cured
OF pneumonia entirely by the use OF One
Minute Cough Cure after doctors failed.
IL also cured my children OF whooping
cough. Quickly relieves and cures
coughs, colds, Group, grippe and throat
and lung troubles. Children all like II
Mothers endorse it. J. A. Chedel, Gays
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1900-01-11

=, LLtEALGIA cured by DR.. Miles. Pan
eILA%- One cent a dose" Atail druusisfs.
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UeWIut's Coiic 6 chOle GU
pIes<snt sHi.k --<uits safe 20 -
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Little Colds" neglected thousands of
lives sacrificed every year. DR.. Woods
Norway Pine Syrup cures little colds
cures big colds too, down to the very verge
OF consumption.
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DR.. Humphreys

Specifies act directly upon the disease
without exciting disorder in other parts
of the system. They Cure the Sick.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-23

WANTED Competent men, white and colort !;
clerks. bookkeepers, walters. drivers portel''
house men, BOYS. HALL, 7O2 18th st. IL
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-23
PROPOSALS.

POSTOFFICE DEPARTMENT. WASHINGTON,
d. c., MARCH 81. 1900.-Sealed proposali
will be received ct this Department until THURS
DAY, THE Sd DAY OF MAY. 1900, AT , O'CLOCK
p NJ, at which time and place they will be open,
cd in the presence q bidders their authorized
agents or attorneys, for furnishing the Depart
uent with fuel, ice miscellaneous SUPPLIES, hard
ware, furniture. carpets. lumber and forage, al
may be ordered. during the fiscal year begin.
ming July l. 1900, and ending June 50, 1901.
Bids are also invited for the purchase Of waste
paper from the Department; old iute old cotton
canvas. iute heads with rings. old string. and
scrap leather from the Nail Equipment Division,
and for washing towels
Blanks Tor proposals, with specifications and
full instructions, viii be furnished On applica-
ton to the Discussing Clerk and Superintendent,
Postoifce Department Washington, ID. c.
The Postmaster General the right to
reject any or all bids. 20 waive technical de-
iects. and to accept any part of any hid and
iect the other part. Gil. EMORY SMITH. POST
master General. ap2,9,i0,0