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St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31
Supreme Court Decisions.

A decision has been rendered in the
Caledonia county court in the case OF
George H. King VS.. Alexander Cochrane,
special assumpsit. In this case Judgment
was reversed, the demurrer sustained,
declaration deemed insufficient, and
judgment rendered for the defendant.
Dunnett & Slack were the attorneys for
the defendant.
In the case OF A. A. Sparks, receiver, VS..
Warren Estabrooks, the court has rem
dered decision sustaining the demurrer.
This suit was brought to recover an
assessment in fire insurance company
and the court holds that the suit cannot
be brought in the receivers name. Dun
nett & Slack. were the attorneys for the
plaintiff and Bates. May & Simonds for
the defendant. A decision was rendered
in the Orleans county case of William H
Wiley against the Boston & Maine rail
road. The exceptions of plaintiff were
sustained, judgment reversed and cause
| remanded.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31

They wrote during the year 4614 policies
insuring $11, SOL 1888 and their net in.
come was over three and one-half million
Dollars. They now have net surplus
of over one million and a half dollars,
assets of $16,109,174 II and insur-
ance in force amounting to $75,000,-
600.
The next lecture in the Star course
is bv Gen. Gordon Of Georgia. Those
who were so charmed by his eloquent
lecture on the last days of the confed-
eracy few years ago will want to hear
him again and his subject at his lecture
on the evening of Thursday, Feb. 8, is
"The First Days of the ConGederacy.'
Senator Gordon is one of the leading
orators of the South and his lecture is
full of patriotism and distinct contribu-
ton to American history.
The first rehearsal of the Choral
Union will be held in the Museum class
room on Friday evening, Feb. 8, under
the leadership of Prof BlaisdelI. All
singers are especially urged to be present
at the first meeting both to encourage
the leader and to show their loyalty to
this most laudable enterprise. Rehear-
sails will be held every Friday evening
after Feb 9 and all who have not secured
their tickets can obtain them of Homer
E. Smith at the First National Bank.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31
The Story of rlanila Bay.

On Monday morning, after the open
ing exercises in the chapel, the students
were very delightfully."- and pro6tably en-
tertained with stirring narrative of the
historic naval combat of Manila Bay,
told by one who was participant in
that famous engagement. Robert Wall
lace, who has been visiting relatives in
st. Jobnsbury for few days, called at
the Academy on Friday last and was re-
quested by Principal Comstock to speak
to the Academy students at sometime
during his stay in town. Like typical
man-o'-war's man, he protested that he
couldn't talk, but yielded somewhat
later and consented to speak on Monday
morning. He proved conclusively that
he could not only talk but that he could
talk well, and for half an hour he COM
mauded the closest attention of every
student and teacher. Mr.. Wallace was
eeHHpIper,s eHllI sE mate, first class. ,,,..n i,
board the flagship. In an informar,
clear and graphic manner, he described
the assembling OF the Asiatic squadron
at Hong Kong, the reception OF the news
OF the destruction of the "Maine," the
deep impression that it made upon the
minds of the men of the squadron, and
how they found confirmation of what
they hoped might be a groundless rumor
in the "half-masting' of the flags on
English, German, Russian, and French
men 'o--war in Hong Kong harbor, out
OF respect to the memory Of the dead
American sailors. Then came monoto-
nous and restless weeks Of waiting; then
an official statement of the declaration
of war and orders for the movement of
the squadron: and then the busy prepar-
ations for active duty-the "war-pa'nt,"
Transforming the vessels into those
bluish-gray craft that were to make the
American navy famous, the making of
the battle. flag, upon which many mem
bers of the crew sewed the stars, each
one for his own state. Then were des-
cribed the approach to Manila Bay, the
preliminaries Of the fight, with many
touch of pathos and the humor which
find s. strange a mngling in the man-o'-
wars mans cool, fearless and method
ical preparations for battle. The
story OF the fight was well told, with
fresh incidents of that famous mornings
history on the Olympia. How the gun
ner, by his clear headedness, saved his
whole gun.crew from death; how there
came the false alarm of fire in the maga-
zlne"; how cheers greeted every new sue
cess and how the good news was passed
to those who worked far below in the
depth of the ship; the final shot and
victory all this was told as only a
sailor, who was Gin it," could tell the
story. The hearty applause at the con
clusion of his talk gave evidence of the
keen appreciation felt by all.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31
Birthday Anniversary.

Mrs. James Mackinnon, OF Richmond,
P. O., was given surprise party last
Thursday in honor OF her eightieth birth
day when her TOUR sons met at her home
and had delightful family gathering.
The four men were 7. A, Mackinnon, OF
Boston, first ce-president of the Boston
& Maine, James Mackinnon, of Cowans-
vile, George Mackinnon, of Toronto,
and Robert Mackinnon, of St. Johnsbury
Before removing to Richmond Mrs. Mac
kinnon lived for about 25 years in Lyn
donvile and her many friends there will
extend congratulations to her and wish
her continued health and happiness.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31
A Fine Concert.

That is the general verdict OF all who
heard the concert by the Fadettes
Woman's Orchestra in Music Hall last
Friday evening. Mrs. Nichols is an
ideal conductor and charmed all with
the ease and skill which she displays on
the stage. The audience, for once in
their lives, showed an appreciation of
| good music and called for encores on
many occasions. The orchestra were
generous in their response and gavesome
very choice selections. Miss Mabel Waite
possesses a sweet soprano voice and
gave three songs and an encore. The
only other solist was Miss Bertha Webb,
who gave Vieuxtemps's "Fantasie Ca
price" in highly artistic manner, On
one of the encores the ladies gave
"Whistling Ruus" which proved very
taking with the crowd. The entire
programme was given in such spirited
manner and was so varied in its char
acter that it thoroughly pleased the
. large audience that braved the rough
: winter weather to hear what is un
. questionably the greatest organization
of woman players in the country.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31
House Warming and Presentation.

The members of St. Aloysius church
gathered at the parish house Wednesday
night to give "house warming" to
Rev. Fr. Lynch. After an enjoyable
social hour the popular priest was pre-
sented with purse of SIS, the presen-
tation address being gracefully made by
Ray Trainor. FIR. Lynch responded very
feelingly and during the evening light
Refreshments were served.
Rev. FIR. Lynch left for Boston the
following night to undergo an operation
for appendicitis. His many friends both in
and out of the church hope he will soon
return to his work in the best OF health.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31
In Honor of Robert Burns.

The Scotia Club held their first public
meeting on Thursday evening in Athen.
9um Hall and the celebration in honor
OF the 141st anniversary OF Robert Burns
was brilliant and gratifying success.
1t was cold and dreary night, but the
hall was crowded to the doors to hear
Wendell P. Stafford and the enthusiasm
and appreciation of the audience was
great. Rev. DR.. Edward T. Fairbanks, as
president of the club, extended a hearty
greeting to all present and briefly ex-
planned the objects the club sought to
attain. He was followed by duet
There's nae luck about the house,
given by Mrs. Allison and Mrs. Steele.
AS an encore they gave Coming thro
the rye" and both selections were much
enjoyed by the audience. Master Ralph
Mcleod charmed all with his fine render
ing of "Scots wha hae" and was heartily
cheered at the close.
Mr.. Stafford was most gracefully in
nedppcsd ereap tbP4z By the president al spoke for
Mr.. Stafford's points were Illuminated
by many extracts from his poems, which
were given with ring that must have
delighted every Scotchman present. APP
plause burning the address was frequent
and he held the closest attention of the
audience until the close. 1t was Mr..
Stafford's best effort and delivered in a
faultless style that pleased all. As fit
ting close to the meeting the audience
rose and sang "Auld lang syne.' A de-
lightful exchange of social greetings in
the art gallery closed the evenings enter
tainment.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31
Church Notes.

The subject OF discourse at the First
Baptist church next Sunday morning
will be, "The Word OF God the true life
of man" and in the evening, Personal
efforts in christian service
The Ladies Missionary society will
meet with Mrs. Hussey Thursday, Feb.
l, at p. m. All ladies of the parish
cordially invited.
First Church of Christ, Scientist. Odd
Fellows block Morning service at 1O. As.
Subject, Soul" Wednesday evening
meeting at 7 80. Reading room open
Wednesday and Thursday from to 5.
Christian Science literature on hand,
every one is welcome, and those in atten-
dance will be glad to see you.
The ladies society of Grace Methodist
church will serve a clam chowder and
variety supper Thursday evening, Feb.
8, from to O'Clock. This is to be fol-
lowed by an entertainment and social
hour. Look for annual chicken pie din
ner OF February %, served by the same
society.
Rev. FIR. Marceau officiated at st.
Aloysius church last Sunday and it is ex-
pected that Boston priest will preach
there next Sunday.
The ladies of the South church gave an
oyster supper last evening, followed by
sociable.
The ladies Of the North church give an
oyster supper and sociable next Friday
evening. After the supper there will be
talk by Arthur F. Stone entitled "An
Hour in Germany.
At Grace Methodist church next Sum
day the subject of the sermon will be, "a
door in Heaven" and of the evening
lecture, IAN all night Wrestler"
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31
Knights Of Pythias.

Regular convention of Apollo Lodge No. 2
Tuesday night, February 6.
LIP SLACK, Chancellor Commander
7. M. CUsHMAN, Keeper of Records and Seal.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31
NEW ADS. THIS WEEK.

Purse Lost,
Boarders Wanted.
Prices-L. F. Frye.
Piano for Sale or Rent.
Girl Wanted at Hanover.
Ulsters--Brooks.T Tyler Co.
Fine Residence-Old Bee Hive.
st. Johnsbury Lecture Course.
Piano Instruction-M. e. Gorham.
Girl Wanted F. B. Harrison.
Girls Wanted-H. w. Carter & Sons.
Provide for Tomorrow--L. P. Leach.
Remnants-Lou Bros. & Smythe.
Pres of Account-Priscilla Jones' Est.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31

Fully 800 900 domestic animals,
valued at 60o0,o0 are annually de-
voured by the wolves in Russia.
A church at Seidlitz, in Bohemia, con-
tains a chandelier made of human bones.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31

Passumpsic Lodge No. IT,, r. and A. M.
The next regular Communication will bt
held Thursday evening, February s.
EPHRAIM AMAZEEN,
DELos M BACON, Master.
Secretary.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31
FRATERNITY MEETINGS.
palestine commanderv, No. s, KIT.

Stated Conclave, Tuesday, Feb. 13. The
order of the Temple will be conferred.
PERLEY F. HAZEN
DELos M. BACON, Commander.
Recorder.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-01-31

The finest shops in Chinese city are
those devoted to the sale of coffins.
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titutions by reason of this policy? Must

stitutions by reason of this policy? Must
We be accused Of disloyalty to the flag be-
cause we declare our belief that in prose-
cutting this war it is in disloyalty to the
Declaration Of Independence? l repel with
scorn the charge coming from any source
whatever that am not as loyal to the flag
as any man on this floor, and IL it is sought
to locate the responsibility for the blood
that has been spilled l am ready in this
presence to speak what believe and to de-
clare the truth as see it,
Mr.. Tliman then discussed at length the
race question as 1t relates to the Philip
pines, in the course of which he expressed
strong dissent from the statement made
recently by Senator Morgan that the civil
war was precipitated by designing politi-
clans who desired to thrust the negro with
social and political equality upon the whites
Of the SOUTH
Mr.. Tillman also discussed the scheme Of
government proposed for the Philippines by
Mr.. Beveridge, saying in this connection
that the Indiana senator's heart was as
hard as flint, and that he was without
mercy and without charity, because he
really proposed to govern the Filipinos with
the bayonet.
In conclusion, Mr.. Tillman said: lone
who loves liberty and loves his country and
believes that its true greatness lies in cling
ing to the ideals of our fathers, l protest
against the continuance of this unholy war.
I'm the name of Washington, of Jeffer-
son and Lincoln. let us stop this war, which
was a hideous blunder in its beginning. II
| Is now a war of conquest, a crime in the
sight of God and man.
The Senate at $40 pm. went into execu-
tive session. AT the conclusion of the ex-
ecutive session, which was brief, the Senate
resumed legislative business After the
passage Of two minor measures, the Senate
devoted twenty minutes to unobjected pen
sion bills. Twenty-three pension bills were
passed. and then, at pm. the Senate ad.
| journed.
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FUND TO ENTERTAIN,
Mystic Shriners VIII Raise Fifty
ThOuAand UOlIara.


Almas Temple. Ancient Arabic Order
Mobiles Of the Mystic Shrine, intends to
make the sessions OF the imperial council
| of the order, which will be held here May
22 and 23, the most memorable in the his
| tory of the body. The committees having
| in charge the arrangements have been
selected, and last night, in parlor Z, at VIII
| lard's Hotel, which has been made the per-
| manent working headquarters, the finance
| committee held fits initial meeting. Mr.. B.
III. Warner, the chairman, presided, with
| Mr.. W. T. Galliher as vice chairman and
Mr.. Joseph B. Bailey as secretary The
names of the gentlemen who had consented
| to serve on this important body were aue
nounced as follows: K. p. Andrews, Andrew
Archer. Joseph L. Atkins. Charles A Ba.
! ker, Walter 8. Barker Lester A Barr
! George A. Bartlett, VIM. H. Baum. Cons
rad Becker, L. Behrens, VIM. d. Brace, NJ
| D. Brainard, Charles W. Brown, w. A.
| Brown, Ernest Burgdorf, w. H. H. CisseL
| Robert Cook, John j. Costinett, James Gun.
ningham, G. G. Duncanson, M Dyrsnforth
| Aug. F. Eberly, George E. Emmons, A r.
Pardon, Robert L Fleming, Daniel Fraser.
Thomas NJ. Gale, Ralph L. Gait. Fred C.
GiesekiEg, L. Goldsmith, VIM. b. Gurley.
| Frank L. Harvey, Louis Hartig, S. B.
| Hege, J. B. Henderson, Frank G. Henry.
VIM B. Hibbs, w. H. Hoeke w. S. Hoge,
Jas. F. Hood, Gus A. Kneessi, G. V. Knox,
Charles Kraemer. James b. Lambie James
Lansburgh, C. w. Leannardo, S. Dana Lin
coin, AnureaS LOeIller, u j. mdcarty, j. r.
Manning, Samuel L. Mattingly. Nathaniel
Mckay. HI. S. Merrill, Ed. A Moseley,
| Henry c. Moses, Allison Nailor, jr., r. b.
Nixon, 7. E. Ogram, Henry Orth, James &.
oyster, Andrew Parker, Myron NJ. Parker,
E II. Pillsbury, l.. H. Posey, Joseph r.
Quinter, ]. Enos Ray, Frank K. Raymond,
John B. Rider. VIM. o. Roome. S Z. Ros
senthal, Isadore Saks. Emil G. Shafer, S. !.
Shedd, Senator G. l.. Shoup. H. X. Simpson,
Willis r. Speare, o. G. Staples, J. c. Stod-
dard, c. L. Sturtevant, T. F. Swayze. Ru-
fus II. Thayer, Alexander G. Uptegraff q.
Taylor Wade, N Wallerstein, NJ. Weaver,
A c. White. Louis d. Wine Simon Wolf,
Charles E. Wood, w. H. Yerises, jr., Samuel
S. Yoder and ]. C. Yost.
$4,000 to BE Raised.
A very large number of those named
were present, and there was a general ex-
preston of determination to work unani-
mously to secure all the sinews of war
necessary to entertain visiting mobiles in q
better style than they have ever known
before Chairman Warner announced that
the executive committee in control of ar
rangements had determined to fix the sum
to be raised at $4,000, and expressed his
confidence that such amount would be
forthcoming
After several suggestions had been made
as to the best method TO be followed in se-
curing subscriptions il was decided 10 cIe-
ate a committee to draw up a plan and
submit it to a meeting to be held next
Tuesday night February 6. This commit.
tee is composed of the chairman. Il. H.
Warner: Allison Nailor, jr., c. c. Duncan
sen, Frank K Raymond and Henry L.
Biscoe.
will meet tonight at headquarters.
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DenOunces the War and Demands Its
CessatiOn.

Cessation.
The latter part of the session Of the Sem
ate yesterday afternoon was taken up by
Senator Tillman, who made spirited
speech on the Philippine question. His dis
cussion of the subject was general and took
q wide range, though he dealt particularly
with reference to resolutions before the
Senate on the subject Of the Philippines.
Mr.. Tillman said he had been waiting an
hour to commence his speech.
Mr.. Chandler remarked that the Senate
was anxious that Mr.. Tillman should be-
gin, for the sooner he begins the sooner
he will get through" Naughter)
IF the senator (Chandler) will keep his
on the other side of his mouth before l get
through
In opening his argument Mr. Tillman dis
cussed the events leading up to the open
ing Of hostilities between the United States
forces and the Filipinos, his presentation
of the state of facts being similar to that
which has been presented heretofore. Com
in the Senate by Mr.. Beveridge. in which
he charged that American opposition 70
the war in the Philippines was the chief
factor in prol0nging it, Mr.. Tillman said:
Loyalty to the Flag.
IF senators on this floor and patriotic
Americans throughout the country-thous-
ands Of them belonging to the party which
elected Mr.. Mckinley President-have felt
it their duty to protest against the inhu-
man and dishonorable conduct of our gov
ernment: II they have believed that the
stars and stripes were being disgraced and
that the United States was waglng a wal
of conquest upon a Hberty-loying people,
ask that senator in Gods name would he
have US remain silent? Are senators and
citizens to be afraid to speak the truth;
Must we close our eyes and shut oui
mouths to all the grave dangers to our In
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GIVES IT'S ANNUAL DINNER,
Washington Association of Delta
kappa Epsilon Fraternity.


Kappa Epsilon Fraternity.
At the annual dinner of the Washington
Alumni Association of the Delta Kapps
Epsilon at the Ebbitt last evening the din
ing room was handsomely decorated with
palms and cut flowers, and the tables so ar
ranged as to represent one of the Greek let
ters Of the fraternity
Gen. M. c. Butler was postmaster of the
occasion. Mr.. c. F. Joy responded to the
sentiment The Louisiana purchase and
the wonder of the coming st. Louis worlds
fair" Mr.. j. NJ. Whitney to "Bowdoin Cob.
lege Alumni" and Mr.. G. R. White, the
Vermont University" There were also
speeches by Senator Lodge, Senator Reyer.
idge, Mr.. J. Newall Whitney of the bureau
of statistics, Maj. F. c. Bryan, Mai. Butler
I~and others
Gen. NJ. c. Butler was elected president OF
the association; c. A. Prouty vice presi.
dent: DR.. w. H. Hawkes. secretary: WI.
liam Twombly, treasurer. The executive
committee Is composed of G. r. Wales. DR.
Z. F. Langworthy. j. Q. Easton and w. s
Bougilton. W. q
Among those who participated in the fes.
tivities were Rev. R. P. Williams, III. M
Gaylord. DR.. r. F. Mason, Dr. l.. Y. Raker
DR.. Rhitt Stewart, M. R. cartwright- q T.
Hoy. Wayne MacVeagh, L. d. Wright 7
F. Hester, C. A. Baker, j. K. Oil, Dr. f,
J. Woodman, j. E. Freeman, r. c. Powell
T. L. McClung, ]. w. Young, w. r, Maxon
r. L. O'Brien, Dr. A. B. Cooldridge. DR. A
z. Merriam, W. W. Rich, r. A. Morrison
Davies Wilson. H. NJ. Hoyt, Gen. A. e.
Wilkenson. L. s. Tilton and w. Twombly.
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SIXTH ANNIVERSARY.
DR.. EastOn's Term as Pastor of East-
ern Presbyterian Church,

ern Presbyterian Church.
Rev. Thomas Chalmers Easton, DID,. GEL
ebrated the sixth anniversary Sunday of
his pastorate of the Eastern Presbyterian
Church. Special music was rendered by
the choir. DR.. Easton selected his text
from Philippians, III:13-14. After the SER
mon reports were read showing the work
done by the church during DR., Easton's
pastorate and the different Organizations
connected with it. It was shown that the
ing the six years was 500; active member
ship at present, t435; reserve list, 236: total
| membership. 671; ,baptisms, 169; Sabbath
school membership, $50; number of pas
toral calls, 3,94S; sermons, lectures. ad-
dresses delivered, 742.
The financial statement is of deep inter-
| est to all who have watched the growth
and substantial progress Of this church
during DR.. Easton's pastorate 1t is as fol-
| lows:
| Woman's Missionary Society,". home.
53.32; Woman's Missionary Society. for
eign, $237. so; Young Peoples Circle, $Sss. 81:
general assembly, s214O5; congrega tionai
mittee, 24,25O; Ladies' Aid Society, S.
| 05337; Sunday school, s.. 1875; primary
| class, $i01 .QS; Y. P. S. C. e. 81 hyo al
Junior c. E., s514.20; Ladies' Prayer Circle
| $119.61; Little Helpers, $35 90; Sun Beams
s129.75: Presbyterian Alliance, s276: speciai
collections. 3R:29; debt fund, s5.7o4.26;
| session. $76060; Yoke Fellows $50 20: dea-
cons, s3s3.43: ushers. $5I.2O; intermediate ;e
| c. E., s57.75: Easton Literary Association.
s1O3.4 As; Eastern Guild S33 %; total amount.
$73, ,53027.
While the church is still wrestling with
| Its heavy debt of $4,000, the pastor and his
people are full of hope and enthusiasm.
=
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Asphalt ON seventh Street.

A committee consisting of Mr., Eberly
Mr.. S;aks. Gen Geo. H. Harries and Others
will appear before the House committee on
the District Of Columbia tomorrow morning
at ii O'Clock to make an argument in favor
of replacing the Belgian granite block pave
nlent of 1th street with an asphalt pave
ment from Pennsylvania avenue to K street
Evening star., 1900-01-30

Jonas Elron was today convicted before
Judge Kimball of four cases of petty lar
ceny. and was committed to jail for four
months,
Evening star., 1900-01-30

The California legislature met in extra
session yesterday to elect United States
senator. 1t Is not known yet when ballot
Ing will begin.
Warren sheaf. [volume] (Warren, Marshall County, Minn.) 1880-current, 1900-12-20
CONFECTIONERY.

you want for your Christmas tree Every
Thu thing you can think Of to trim up your
Christmas tree with. # you want to enjoy
Christmas as you ought to 40 you will have
.to come here and see what a lot Of nice.
things We have for the Christmas trees. We
will also have Christmas trees for from
Zoe ITO 500. trim a Christmas
tee here il the store and then. you. can. see.
what we've got. y. B