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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08
i, BRATTLEBORO. FRIDAY, JUNE 8, 1900.
HINSDALE, N. H.
Death OF Frank A. spencer at Spencer,


Death OF Frank A. spencer at Spencer,
Mass.
The body of Frank A. Spencer, 80, who
died at Spencer Mass, on Saturday, was
taken to Hinsdale Monday and funeral SER
vices were held at the home of his brother
in-aw, f. II. Jones, at 1880 o'clock, Rev.
W. +. Renshaw officiating the burial being
in the village cemetery Frank Arthur
Spencer was born in Hinsdale in 1867, the
son of James and Jane Dickinson Spencer.
He came of good old New England stock.
His paternal grandfather, Caleb Spencer,
was Hinslales foremost business man -
years ago, while his mother was a daugh-
ter of Gen Erastus Dickinson of Winches-
ter, one of the solid men of that town.
Left an orphan in youth, the young man
took partial course of study in the High
school and later on served time in the drug
store of Worden, Jones x Co., learning tie
apnthecary business under the tutelage of
Fred H. Jones For some time afterward
he was engaged as a drug clerk in Keene
and Wnchendon, Mass aud in 1889 bought
an apothecary store at Ware, where he did
an extensive business for five years and
then disposed of his interest He found
employment in his chosen line of work at
Worcester and other places until 1895
when he bought a pharmacy at Spencer
and remained there until his death, which
was due to quick consumption. In 1892
he married Miss Eva Herebe of Montreal,
who survives him, with two children
Frank and Dorothy. In politics Mr.. Spen-
, Ger was a strong Democrat. He was a
| Mason aud an Odd Fellow. Re Joined the
Royal Arch chapter Of Masons at Warren.
| He had iue mind, acquired knowledge
easily, and came 70 be recognized as a
skilled pharmacist early in his career. He
! had a frank, hearty manner and pleasing
personality that made him a favorte. He
was always fearless and outspoken in hi,
| opinions and belief Besides his widow and
children, he leaves a sister, Mrs F. II
Jones Of Hinsdale, to whom he was devot
! edlv attached
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08
AsHUELoT, N. H.

John Goselin has taken position in a
wooden mill at Athol and may move his
family there later.
The Wallace circus attracted many OF
orr residents to Keene Saturday and few
TO Brattleboro Monday.
Gsorpe H. Perry of the Bloody Brook
House. South Deerfeld, Mass, is spending
a few days with friends here.
Several local firemen were called to RS
gah mountain Thursday and Friday Of last
week to fight large forest fire.
Burt Jackson has taken the Nancy Burt
forn1 IN run on shares the coming year and
has moved to the place with his family
The Ashuelot Wooden company is placing
a large dye kettle in the dye house and .I
making several minor improvements 10 the
plant. H.
Last week. Most of her early life was
snent in this village and she is pleasantly
remembered here.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08
E,citInp Rmnn,rnv.

A runaway occurred Monday which for
4 time looked as if it would be attended
with serious results. Will johnson started
from F. /. Pierce's mill with two horse
load Of boxes for Coles paper mill. When
near the mill the front boxes slid off on to
the horses, taking Mr.. johnson with them
The horses became frighsened and ran
Mr.. Johnson hanging to the pole with his
hands and feet, his body swinging between
the pole and the ground. As the horses
continued to run the boxes kept falling off.
frightening the horses more and more. At
Dr. Fosters house the horses made dash
for the back yard, but II. B. Powell. who
was painting near by, ran out and turned
their course. They ran into the doctor s
hitchng post. pulling it out of the ground,
and collided with a telephone pole near
the corner of the doctors yard, a horse
going each side of the pole, breaking the
neck yoke. Those who were looking on
Eel, sure that Mr.. johnson had been killed.
and they were much relieved when he
emerged from the wreck with the expires.
son I'm all right" 1t was a remarka.
Die exhibition of pluck on Mr.. Johnson
part, and it is undoubtedly fortunate fol-
him that the runaway terminated exactly
as it did.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08
CHESTERFIELD. N. b.

w. H. Butler is busy taking the census.
Lucius Spaulding is making relatives a
few days visit.
The carpenters are making rapid work
upon the Fisk barn.
Harvey Brothers now have two meat
carts upon the road.
Gladys L. Butler graduates from the
Hinsdale High school next week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Parker of Cambridgeport
VT, spent last week at Frank Bells.
Mrs. LaVernie Webster Smith and hus
band are calling upon friends this week
Mrs. Smith was formerly a teacher here.
Harlan F. Stone and wife of New Yorl
city are expected this week at H. c. Har
vey's for the summer. 1t is to be hopeC
by a large circle of friends that they will
not be quarantined this time before the.
arrive,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08
THE PUTNEY COLUMN.



vr. Mary E. Aplin, y, widow of Will
,.,mS Apliu, died at the Aplin homestead
I" Ta.t Puney Tuesday noon of heart
,..sase The funeral was held at the
t,n.s a, , Els o clock yesterday, Rev. E. f.
,T,cbsl officiating. The singing was by
u II Miller of Dummerston. The burial
a. in the family lot in Mount Pleasant
,ome'sry in this village Mrs. Aplin was
to-n in Andover, this state, Nov. 6, 1927,
.,l was daughter of Leonard and Ell
ssnor lSpaulding) Blanchard. She came
this town in 1882, her father having
s,,rbt farm here. She married William
: ApIin in 1888 and they had two chill
hon. George f. and Nellie NJ. Apliu.
Mr. Aplin died in 1885, and Miss Nellie
n ApIin in 1894. Besides her son Mrs.
Amin is survived by one brother, John
blanchard of Marlboro, this state, and
one sister, Mrs Frances Black of Concord,
NH.
Mrs. Aplin had been member of the
Congregational church many years, and
che attended its services regularly as long
a, she was able. She had been in failing
health several months, particularly during
,ba mast few weeks. She was member
If one of the Oldest and most highly re-
.pac,el families in Putney, and there is
scarcely a person in town who did not feel
,mos, personally acquainted with her.
CHESTS at her house were always received
with warm welcome, and the hospitality
Of the Aplin homestead has been recog-
r1ei for many years. No one ever saw
Mrs. Apin idle: it was her nature to be
"a. l,-t,f,re and sbn Ia bOrpJ Oftnr, bavop 4
her strength. The rest which has now
,one to her is that which is promised to
faithful and conscientious Christian work.
frs. and none can say that it is not accom-
panied BY the divine benediction.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08
WEST CHEsTRkF1ELp. N. II.

S. L. Stowell has a job carpentering at
the lake, building a cottage near Silverdale
for Fred Harris.
Charles r. Farr and daughter Ethel
drove up from Northampton, Mass, one
day last week and spent several days here
visiting
Several members of the local Grange at
tended the Pomona Grange meeting al
Westmoreland Wednesday. They report
an excellent meeting.
Cheshire County Pomona Grange will
hold a special meeting with Spatfort
Grange, No. So, Wednesday, June Is
The morning session will be closed meet
ing, beginning at 1890 o'clock. The af-
ternoon meeting will be public and every,
body is cordially invited. The session will
begin at 100 p. NJ. Dinner will be served
at noon on the picnic plan as usual.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08
Former Pu,ney Man Married In Maine.

The wedding of Miss Charlotte Blanche
AcAilis:er to DR.. Elmond Arthur Burn
IAN, both of Boston, took place at noon
Monday at the home of the brides niece.
Mrs. Williamm Thieckens, of Auburn,
Ne. The officiating clergyman was
Rev c. A. Knickerbocker, the ser
7ce used being the Episcopal, with
The ring. A large number of guests were
present, The bride was gowned in gray
touaTd with real lace. She wore a dia,
mond brooch, the gift of the groom, and
carried bouquet of beautiful bride roses
After the ceremony a wedding breakfast
vas served. DR.. and Mrs. Burnham lef
for bridal tour West for several weeks
and they will be at home Tuesdays aftel
Sept. l at l44 Huntington avenue, Boston
where DR.. Burnham is popular practicins
physician. DR.. Burnham formerly LIVED
N this town He is son of the late Hen
~ Burnham of Putney.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08

G. L, Pierce went to Rutland Tuesday
On business.
Henry Crawford sold part of two crops
Of tobacco Tuesday.
viii Wood began running a passenger
team to the trains Monday.
The public schools will close next Fri
day for the summer vacation.
Flossie Fem, daughter of Mr.. and Mrs.
4 K. Fem, is i'll with measles.
Warner Kathan has begun work for the
>'oWeIl Manufacturing company.
Rev. j. D. Pierce will preach in East
'uiney Tuesday, June 10, at 3 p. m.
Clifford Booth is employed in survey
Ws Office in South birmingham, Mass.
Mrs. j. V. Shaw has returned from a
weeks visit with relatives in Chicopee,
Mass
Mr.. and Mrs. Percy Warwick will begin
housekeeping next week in the upstairs
tenement in Mrs. S. NJ Davis's house.
Miss Florence Kathan, who has been
teaching in Black River academy in Lud-
'o"' has returned for the summer vacation.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kent went 10
Io"nshend Monday on receipt of a tele-
gram announcing the critical illness of Mr.
Aenl's mother.
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Warren have
moved from Charlestown, Mass, to Put
ley and are living for the present with DR.
and Mrs Foster.
The clock which was bought with the
proceeds of the entertainment by the Cen
IaI school has been hung in the schoo
room
Chidren's day will be observed at the
Congregational church next Sunday, The
sloJect will be Forward" The exercise!
VIII begin at : o'clock p. NJ.
f. l.. Houghton went to Buffalo, n. Y.
saturday to attend the annual meeting Of
.Ae Holstein-Friesian Association of Amer
Ia de will return tomorrow.
MIS- Harry w. Cobb, who has been i'll ;
ols Time with pneumonia and its effects
'Oue 10 the house of Norman Cobb Mon
Jay She walks out doors very little.
MIS- F. L, Pierce went Monday to Nor
,S'ii!e TO tatend the annual convocation o
que Eastern Star chapters of Vermont. Mrs
ere Is worthy matron of Golden Rul'
Vnapter of this town.
me democrats of Putney will meet IL
.sucus in the town hall at o'clock tomor
.Ug night to elect delegates to the stat
June Il.
r MIS- NJ. H. Gale, E. o. Gassett and Rev
a. r, Mitchell were elected delegates b
cue cue bspust church to attend the Baptis
V va. sunday school convention in LudloV
"eunesday and yesterday.
A.
NI, and Mrs. John Austin went to Boz
IN toI ~ Mlonday to spend a week. They wer
NJ grafton from Friday to Sunday. Mis-
T Nay austin recently visited in Orator
'''"'ahe and Mortified, Mass.
p,I @f' and Mrs. Geo. WOODBURY. of Ea'
1,ugy will start on a carriage drive mex
NOnuay to Springfield, Mass, visitin
fr r,n and other places before they r.
., iue senior class of Black River academ
s,, LUDLOW held its graduating exercise
P n,. friday. Miss Julia B. Gorham {
N'uey' daughter of Braley Gorham, wa
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08
NORTHFIELD, MASS.


Albert D. Stearus, %, died Thursday
night, aite a weeks illness He had a
paralytic stroke the week before, after
which he was conscious and suffered little
pain. He had a second stroke on Thurs
day night, from which he did not rally.
Mr.. Stearns was one of ten children of
Calvin and Statira Richardson Stearns, OF
whom one brother is still living, Marshall
$, in Mortified. Mr.. Stearns was twice
married. His first wife was Miss Della
Priest, who died in 1859. Mr.. Stearns
married for his second wife, 5. Minerva,
sister OF his first wife, who survives him.
Two children We're born 10 them, Mary,
the wife Of w. G.. Beamsn, and George A. ,
a well-known lumber man in this section.
Mrs. Beaman died about twelve years ago.
MI Stearns was a generous and obliging
neghbOr and citizen, and his death causes
universal sorrow in the town.
T. r. Calender is engaged taking the
census of this town.
A special meeting of the Woman's Re-
lief corps will be held next Thursday af-
ternoon at O'Clock. All the members
are requested to be present.
News has been received of the death of
Mr.. Robert Schel of New York. His
son, Frank Schell, owns fine summer res
| idence here and the father has been a fire.
| quent summer visitor.
Commencement exercises at Mortified
} seminary will be held June 10 TO Is inclu-
( sive. The baCcalaureate sermon will be
preached on Sunday morning by Rev. c. l.
| Scofeld. A sacred concert will be held on
Monday evening. On Tuesday evening a
secular concert will be given by the Estey
| chorus for the benefit of the piano fund
! The graduating exercises will be held OF
Wednesday morning at II o'clock at which
time Rev. Wilton Merle Smith will de-
! liver the address. Both concerts will bt
held in the auditorium.
A special town meeting has been called
for next Monday TO consider the following
business: To see if the town will act il
respect to rebuilding the bridge across the
Competent river on the highway leading
from Mortified to Vernon or act thereon
to see if the town will authorize the Sc
lectmen TO execute a contract with tn
| Central Vermont railroad for the buildin!
of the same The matter is exciting mucl
| interest in town and all will await develop
ments anXiously. 1t will be a serious mat
ter if the town is compelled to pay heavil,
for another bridge when already they hav
a new bridge to pay for, or a large pc
cent of one.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08
wARDsBoRo CENTRE.

Mrs. Faunce is working for M. A. Smith
Wright Plympton has moved into the
house vacated by F. A. White.
Mrs. A. B. Peirce and daughter have
gone to their home in district NO. 10
spend the summer
Ellis Wilder has sold his farm where he
recently moved to George Farnum, but
will occupy It till fall.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1900-06-08
Dea.h of Georgs sheldon wilder.

George Sheldon Wilder, -, a prominent
and influential citizen, died early Wednes-
day morning, June g., after an illness of
many weeks from a complication of
troubles. Mr.. Wilder was born in Shell
burne, Mass, March 1 1928. He was the
son of Samuel and Sally (MerrilD Wilder,
and was descended from a long line of
colonial ancestry. He removed with his
parents to Greenfield, Mass, when only a
lad, received his education in the public
schools at that place, and at Wiliston sem
mary, Easthampton. In 1874 he entered
the employ of his uncle, Pliny Merrill
founder of the Edge Tool works on Canal
street, Hinsdale. He acquired complete
knowledge of the business, and in 1853 be-
came partner in the concern. In 1866 fail
ing health made it imperative that he take
rest, and he spent year in travel in the
West After his return, in company with
Francis NJ Thompson, he bought the fac
tory of his uncle, who retired Later Mr..
Wilder bought out Mr. Thompson and
carried on the business alone until 1870,
when the late II. Henry Hopkins became
his partner. He again assumed entire
control of the concern, which he held until
1888 when he sold to New York people,
but was retained by them as superntend-
has lain dormant for several years, until a
few months ago, there was renewed activi-
ty in the works and Mr. Wilder was bust
ly employed until sickness compelled him
to give up work.
In politics he was a stanch Republican.
He was an active member of the Congre
/ gational church. and always interested in
| its advancement. He had the respect OF
/ his fellow citizens, and had 10y them beer
| given positions of trust. He had served
the town as selectman, and in 1869 and
! 1870 represented Hnsdale in the legislature
He was one of the prime movers in estab
fishing a public library; for many year
was secretary and trustee of the Hinsdal,
savings bank, also for many years served
as justice of the peace and notary public
Mr.. Wilder was twice married, his frs
wife being Eliza Ann Clark of Chester
field. From this union there are two sons
George Fred, who lives in Millers Falls
and Herbert NJ, who is employed on tn,
staff of artists for the Harper publications
and was with his father through his lonl
illness. The last wife, by whom he is sur
vived, was Eunice A. Wellman of this vii
lage. He also leaves one sister, Mrs
Jane Amsden. brother, Serene NJ.
died a few weeks ago The funeral wa
held at the residence this Friday after
noon at 80 o'clock, Rev. W. f. Renshav
officiating. The burial was in Pine Grow
cemetery
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-09-06
How Does MIR. Root Know:

New YORK world.
In a letter just published Secretary OF
War Root asserts our "rightful sovereign
ty' over the Philippines, and says our
flag will remain, the emblem and guar
antee of peace and justice throughout
that land.
How does Mr.. Root know that the Amer
lean flag will remain as an emblem OF
sovereignty in the Philippines? Congress
alone has authority to decide this ques-
ton, so far as we can decide it, as even
Mr.. Mckinley has admitted. And the
only expression of either house of Con-
gress on the subject was in the resolution
adopted by the Senate, declaring
That by the ratification of the treaty
of peace with Spain 1t is not intended to
incorporate the inhabitants of said islands
into citizenship of the United States, nor
is it intended to permanently annex said
islands as an integral part of the terri
tory of the United States.
Mr.. Root mistakes. The question as to
how long and in what capacity our flag
shall remain in the NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
permanently as the emblem of enforced
rule over subjugated and subject people,
or as theemblem of freedom and the guar
antee of rro lection to self-governing In
habi;u,ts- is THE paramount issue of
lie Presidential election. Mr.. Mckinley
IS not supreme-yet.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-09-06
Make Your STORIES Agree.

Chicago Chronicle
A Republican organ publishes mass of
railroad statistics showing an increase of
earnings and wages and comments as fol-
lows:
Such statistics as these are clear and
convincing induces of the increased pros
perity of railroads resulting from the wise
and business like policy of the Republican
administration.
In another column Of the same organ Of
the same date it is said:
There has been since August 26 last a
shrinkage of $167 600, 600 in the value of the
common and preferred stock of seventeen
large industrial companies, which have a
total capitalization of $l,011, SAC, 900. The
industries represented by these corpora
lions are steel and iron, tin plate, lead,
sugar, tobacco. paper and rubber.
Will the organ proceed to explain why
1t is that the increase in railroad receipts
results from the wise and business like
policy of the Republican administration, -
and why the loss of s167, 900 900 in the value
of industrial stocks within the same week
should not be charged to the same admin
istration?
If there is wave of prosperity for the
railroads for which the administration
should be credited why should not the adj
ministration be charged for the wave of
adversely which has overtaken the lead
ing industrial enterprises? Apply the
same rule to both waves.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-09-06
bines. There Is nothing II common be
tween Mr.. Burns and union labor. Mr..
Bryan, who will be with us to-day.
will doubtless recall Mr. Burns.
THE VERMONT ELECTION.

The result of Vermont State election
is eminently satisfactory to the De-
mocracy The party has made gains
in the State, while the Republicans have
lost heavily. Four years ago the Re-
publican lead was in excess OF $4,000.
This year it will probably be less than
$4,000 when all the returns are in, q
loss of over 10000. The Democrats
have carried towns they never carried
before. and will have about fifty mem-
bers of the lower branch of the Legis-
lature, as against nineteen four years
ago. The same percentage of Demo-
cratic gain and Republican loss in the
Union would elect Mr.. Bryan by an
overwhelming majority and make both
Houses Of Congress Democratic. It's a
significant pointer of what Is to come.
and yet the .Intelligencer had the SUI
preme gall to put coon over the news
1t published yesterday morning. That
coon will be stood on his head before
the first frosts of winter make their ap-
pearance.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-09-06
A GREAT SUCCESS
Is the New Trolley Line From Steu-
benville to Mingo Junction Ex-
tnns1fur - RwfrIfonf

Is the New Trolley Line From Steu-
benvflle to Mtngo junction Ex-
tending to Brilliant.
Special to the Register.
STEIJBENvILLE, o.. September 5.--
From the first day 1t was put in opera
ton, the Steubenville. Mingo & Ohio
Valley Traction Company has been .
success beyond the most sanguine ex-
pectations. 1t connects Steubenville,
which at present has taken on a grow
ing squirt, with the booming iron town
of Mingo Junction. which is growing
day by day. In addition. many have
secured lots at reasonable prices and
are building homes along the line OF
the street railway. On Labor Day,
with six cars, the road handled 10,7S2
paid passengers, and every day and
evening during nice weather the road
is taxed to carry passengers. Hun
dreds take round trip rides for the
fresh air obtained going over the river
hills and for view of the river valley
scenery, which is unrivalled. Alta
mont Park has proved a delightful
place for picnics, and band concerts
and entertainments at the casino have
furnished many enjoyable evenings.
The road, which is over five miles long
and which was constructed by Messrs.
Hallock & Sands of Wheeling, is pro-
nounced one of the best constructed
stretches of electric road in the valley.
all grades being easy, not over seven
per cent Heavy oak ties and 73 pound
rails are laid on IL inches of crushed
limestone. The equipment OF the road
Is of the best obtainable. the cars be-
ing handsome The Office and car
barn at the south end of the city are
very substantial brick buildings The
power house outside the city limits Is
supplied from it's own coal bank. open
ed on a 30-acre tract. In the power
house are two direct connected 500
horse power generators. There Is a
complete electrical equipment for the
park and casino. The poles outside
the city are fitted up with incandescent
lights. Electric signals and an electric
car telephone system has been put In.
Others cars will be put on as soon as
the car company can I'LL the order. and
they are needed TO accommodate the
business. The work of constructing
the road IN its extension to Brilliant
has begun. The personnel OF the direc-
tors and owners shows them to belong
in Wheeling and vicinity. They are:
William II. Hearne, an attorney OF
Wheeling; William Lipphart, president,
and f. Fl. Eick, secretary of the Bel
mont Brewing Company Martins Fer
ry: J.. E. Sands cashier National Ex-
change Bank, OF Wheeling: l.. G. Hall
/ lock. general contractor, of Wheeling:
H. S. Sands. OF Sands Electric Com
pany, Wheeling; ]. H. Mckee, an at
torney of Steubenville.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-09-06
Putting 1t Flat.
st. Louis Republic.


When Thomas T. Crittenden was Cover
nor of Missouri he had a colored hostler
who always stood much in awe of his en-
ployer One of his traits was that he was
unduly apologize about trifes; but one
night when the Governors favorite horse
died, the old negro was In a dire dilemma,
and the case was apparently beyond the
mans power of palliation. He wandered
aimlessly about the stable yard for a long
time, fearing to break the news to his
employer. Finally he mustered sufficient
courage to approach the Governor. When
he had turned his hat around several times
in his hands and had swallowed equally as
often, he said:
"Guv'nor, that yere black boss of yours
amt a-goin to live berry long" The
governor looked in surprise and asked:
What makes you think so. Benz"
Case he am dead" the negro said la
conically.