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Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
CAPITAL CITY NOTES.

Montpelier, Dec. 12.-Elbert Hub
bard, who lectures in the opera
mouse Friday evening, is one of the
attractions of the Star course.
A decision has been rendered in the
case Of Don b. Celley VS.. Town Of
Berlin for the recovery Of payment
for the transportation Of school chill.
dren. Justice Lucia's decision is that
the plaintiff recover $6.
M. l.. Beardsley has purchased OF
Cora A. Keith of Barre some Is acres
of land on what is known as the old
Williamstown road. Consideration,
81, 400. This tract of land Mr.. Boards
ley expects to open up in the spring
for building pury poses.
Mrs. S. N. Bliss fell on the sidewalk
on Ceder street Monday afternoon and
suffered a telescope fracture Of her
left hip. She had just returned from
Swanton, where she had been visiting
ner son for two weeks. The walk on
which she fell is particularly danger
GUS in winter. Mrs. Bliss is 81 years
old and her injuries will probably con.
fine her to the house for several
months.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Adjournment
Of Congress For The
Holidays Will Be
ON. DECEMBER 21s1
Friends Of The Grout Bill
Victorious

Washington, d. G, Dec. 12.-In
the House yesterday afternoon little
business was done except the appoint
ment of q special committee of five
to investigate the death Of Oscar L..
Booz Of Bristol, Pa, who died recent
ly it Is alleged as a result of hazing re-
ceived while a cadet at West Point.
This course was taken over the head
of the military committee which re-
ported In favor of allowing the war
department to conduct the inquiry.
The speaker appointed the follow
ing members to constitute the special
committee to investig ate the alleged
"hazing of Cadet Booz at West Point
In pursuance of the resolution adopt
ed earlier in the session: Messrs.
Marsh of Illinois, chairman; Wagner
of Pennsylvania, Smith of Iowa.
briggs Of New York, and Clayton OF
New York. At 3.05 p. m. the House
adjourned.
1t is the understanding Of the
House leaders that the holiday recess
If Congress will begin Friday Dec. 2l.
and be resumed Thursday Jan 3. Ii
this Is agreeable to the senators the
recess will be arranged with such
limit.
In the Senate lively colloquy was
precipitated over the reference to
committee of the Grout oleomargar-
inc bill, just passed by the House OF
Representatives. Finally it went to
the ammiteee on agriculture. This
was victory for the friends Of the
bill.
There was also sharp debate over
the Montana Senatorial case but no &C.
tion was taken In the matter by con.
sent going over temporarily.
Today neither House sat in bust
ness session on account of the centen-
nial.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
PLAINFIELD SOCIAL LIFE.
Especial to TELEGRAM.)

Plainfield, Dec. 12.-Twenty years
ago w. w. Pitkin and wife were
United in marriage. Their neighbors
and friends were not forgetful of this
fact and consequently about $50 OF
them gathered last evening at the
Pitkin household to remind the popu-
lar couple that though the years are
short in passing, the anniversary de-
serves notice. 1t was truly sur
prise. The self invited guests were
served with an oyster supper and after
an evenings enjoyment long to be re-
membered the party broke up wishing
The host and hostess many happy
days in the future.
There were numerous gifts, not the
least of which was generous sum of
money.
Glen BARTLETT, son Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Joseph BARTLETT, was 81 years old yes
terday. He was pursuaded by his
brother to 60 to Montpelier during
the day. On their return in the ev.
ening Glen was surprised at finding
about 40 of his friends gathered at
mis- home to celebrate the occasion OF
mis- birthday. The evening was pleas
antly passed in playing games, etc.
Cake and coffee were served and at a
late hour the party dispersed to their
homes, not forgetting, however, to
leave some very Substantial tokens of
their regard in the way of presents.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
U. s. Supreme Court.

Washington, Dec. 12.-The import
ant Porto Rico and Philippine cases,
with others of a cognate character,
come up today in the United States
Supreme Court. In their broader sig
nifcance these cases involve the ques-
tion whether Porto Rico and the Phil
ippines are part of the United States,
and as such entitled to free CONNER
cial intercourse with us.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
EAST CORINTH.

The singing school In the RObie
neighborhood was . big gathering
Monday evening. About SO were
present and it was decided to have an
ice cream social. In addition to their
regular singing school exercises there
are to be literary exercises sisting of
speaking and solos on cornet and vio-
lin. The leading feature will be tho
carrying out Of challenge by o. w.
Slown, who agreed to speak a piece
II Joseph Taplin would also. The
challenge was accepted and all expect
a treat. The ladies furnished the Ice
cream and cake and Osold 1t to the
crowd. The proceeds will be devoted
to the extension of the term. 1t was
proposed to use some to purchase sau.
GERS and spoons for the use Of the
neighborhood In future turnouts p{
similar character.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Frozen to Death.

Concord, N. H., Dec. 12.-George
S. Forrest, Of the firm of Danforth Il
Forrest, leading contractors and build
ers, while temporarily insane, wander
ed into the woods Monday and was
just found in dying condition, hav-
ing been frozen SO that he will die.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
STRUCK BY TRAIN.

Rutland, Dec. 12.-- Matthew Nc
Cormick a man about 10 years of age,
while driving across the railroad
track at the Ripley crossing at Center
Rutland yesterday afternoon, was
struck by the flyer from the north and
thrown distance of several yards.
The train was stopped and the injured
man taken to the hospital at But.
land.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Murderers Go Unhanged.

Chicago, ILL.,. Dec. 12 There are
in the Kansas state penitentiarY at
Leavcnworth 40 men under sentence
of death, who have not been hanged
because for years no governor has
been willing to sign the death war
rants.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
CHILD BURNED ALIVE.

Winooski, Dec, -. - Harold, the
four years old son of Mr.. and Mrs.
John Plunket OF Colchester was fatal.
ly burned while playing with matches.
Mrs. Plunkett was out in the hen.
house when she was attracted by
cries from the house and running in
she found the child enveloped in
flames. He died in about seven hours
In spite of the medical assistance that
was Immediately called.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
ALv0RD'S CASE.

New York, Dc. 12.-The United
States grand jury having indicted
Cornelius L. Alvord, the defaulting
note teller of the First National Bank,
the case has been put On the calendar
for the term beginning today. The
heavy amount of the defalcation
causes widespread interest to be
felt in this case.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
One Hundred Years Ago
Today Was Established
The NATIONS CAPITAL
At Washington 4 Big Ce|e-
bration Is Being Held

Washington, Dec. 12.-This is the
day set apart for celebrating the CEN
tennial anniversary OF the establish
ment of the seat of the national gov.
ernment at Washington. There is a
vast crowd in the city and flags and
bunting are displayed everywhere.
The ceremonies comprise as the chief
feature exercises at the White House,
a military and naval parade to the
capitol, exercises in the House of Re-
presentatives, and reception at the
Corcoran Art Gallery In the evening,
Among the guests invited are four
great-grandsons of John Adams, who
occupied the White House 100 years
ago. At the White House several ad-
dresses were made. Hon. H. B. Mac
farland, president Of the board Of dis
trict commissioners and chairman Of
the citizens committee, told what
had been accomplished during the
century, and Col. Bingham, superin-
tendent Of public buildings an
grounds, told of the changes that
have been made since the original
White House was constructed. Gov.
Thomas, Of Colorado, and Gov. Roose-
velt, of New York, also spoke.
The military and naval parade was
in course of formation while the
speech h-making was in progress. Gen.
Nelson A. Miles is chief marshall. All
branches Of the war and navy depart
ment are largely represented in the
procession. The District National
Guard and the Washington High
School Cadets were out in full
strength. Gov. Tyler, of Virginia,
headed the roth Virginia, and Gov.
Smith, Of Maryland, was at the head
Of the Fifth Maryland. The old Con-
tinentals were represented by CONT
mental troop in old Continental uni
forms from Boston. Hartford, Conn.,,
sent it's natty Governors Foot Guard.
The Grand Army Of the Republic, the
Union Veterans Union and the Span
ish War Veterans were out In full
numbers. Historic medals represent
ing the event was distributed. The
parade was reviewed by President Nc
Kinley from the east front Of the Cap
itol.
This afternoon commemorative ex-
ercises are being held in the hall Of
the House Of Representatives by the
Senate and House of Representatives
jointly. Senators Hoar, McComas,
and Daniel and Representatives Payne
and Richardson delivered addresses.
An interesting discovery has been
made by Senator Hale. chairman Of
the joint congressional committee, in
charge Of the centennial, it being
nothing less than the original map
prepared by L'Eufant, the engineer.
who at Washington's request,laid out
the new city.
A study Of Major L 'Eufant's map and
it's annotations has brought to light q
curious fact. It has always been ex-
plained that the countless little circles,
squares and parks which dot the city
everywhere, were intended as breath
ing places for the people and play
grounds for the children, but foot
note says that these squares and cir
cles, from which the streets were to
radiate like the spokes Of q wheel,
were intended as safety valves In case
Of riots or "uprisings of the people"
who could be swept by artillery placed
In the squaresl
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
J. s. BERRY BANKRUPT.

Burlington, Dec. 12.-The 64Oth
petition in bankruptcy in Vermont
since the establishment of the bank
rupt law was filed yesterday. 1t is
that of j. S. Berry, stone cutter OF
Barre. Liabilities $1076, assets
1855, exempt 1925.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Mans Name Was Curtis.
(Special to TELEGRAM.)

Bethel, Dec. IL. - In the report
about the accident at Finley briCge
crossing in which man was killed,
the mans name was wrongly reported
as Thomas Duquette, the man is sup
posed to be Alfred Curtis, a hired
man working for Merritt Brink Of
this place.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Fast Mail Service.

San Francisco, Lee. 12.-The new
fast mail service of the Hawaiian and
Australian line was inaugurated today
by the steamship, Ventina and Sono-
ma. Their sister, the Sierra, prom
ises to shorten the time very materi-
allv, as she has lately arrived here
through the Straits of Magellan, from
Philadelphia, in 20 days and l6 hours,
breaking the record, which was As
days. held by the steamship Alameda
for II years.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
INSTANTLY
KILLED
Train Ran Into A Man
Last Night
IN BETHEL
His Name Is Supposed To
Be Curtis
Especial to THE TELEGRAM.)

Especial TO IHE TELEGRAM
Bethel, w., December II, 1900.-
Thomas Duquette, who lived on the
Atwood farm, in crossing the rail road
track at the Finley bridge Tuesday
afternoon, was struck by the down
express and instantly killed. His
team was completely destroyed and
horse killed.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
RUN ON the BANK.

New York, Dec. PA crowd of wo-
men waited for the Harlem savings
bank to open this morning and then
drew their deposits. The run was
commenced without cause and Is said
to be conspiracy, for the bank is
perfectly sound.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Holy Cross--Harvard Debate

Providence, r. l., Dec. 12.-The
Junior Debating Society Of Harvard
will debate tonight in Fenwick hall
with the B. j. F. Debating Society of
Holy Cross. The debators are full of
spirit and lively time is expected.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
The BICYCLE RACE.

New York, Dec. l2.-Muller and
Aucoutrier Withdrew this morning
from the bicycle race, the latter hav-
log gone to pieces. Muller cried
when his partner broke.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Earl Ii Hung Chang Will
Not Serve as
PEACE COMMISSIONER
Has Long Been Suspected Of
Double Dealing

Shanghai, Dec. 12.-Earl Ii Hung
Chang has been finally rejected as
peace commissioner. Grave suspicious
of the willy oriental have long been
felt and his course has been subject to
much adverse criticism especially by
the British and other Europeans who
have been long In China.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12

London, Dec. 12.-Lord Kitchener
cables from Pretoria that Knox re.
ports from Helveta that he is engaged
in running fight with Dewet's bur-
ghers, who are moving in the direc-
tion OF Keddesbnrg.
Another column is ready there to
cooperate with Knox. Thirteen pris-
oners captured by the Beers at Bar
berton have been released. Kitchen
er states that the Beers raided the
Riverton road station yesterday.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
0. ". MAY DEAD.
Especial to TELEGRAM.)

Waterbury Center, Dec. 20. W,
May, prominent farmer and lifelong
resident of this place, died suddenly
Tuesday morning Of apoplexy. Mr..
May went to the barn as usual to as.
sist with the milking. Very soon his
hired man discovered something was
wrong and on going to him found him
sitting on his milking stool In an un'
conscious condition. He never re.
gained consciousness.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Holland Refuses,

The Hague, Dec. 12.-The govern
ment Of The Netherlands has finally
and definitely refused to take the in
itiative in behalf of arbitration be-
tween the Transvaal and Great Brit
ain.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Prominent RESIDENTS DEAD.
Especial to TELEGRAM.)

Plaintield, Dec. 12.-Alonzo Buxton
aged 81 years, and for the past forty
years a prominent and successful far
mer, near the town line Of Marsh.
field, died at his home on Monday
The funeral will be held from bis late
residence on Thursday.
The remains of the late Mrs. Mary
Guile were taken this forenoon tC
Cabot where the funeral is being held
this afternoon. The deceased was the
mother of Mrs. Orville w. Dix.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
VERMONT PENSIONS.

Washington, Dec. l2.-The follow
ing Vermont pensions are announced:
Original and increase, John C. Dez-
lar. West Hartford, s17.
Increase, Charles Towsles, Land
grove $40.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Standard Oil Trust.

Los Angeles, CAL, Dec. l2.-The
Standard Oil Company has acquired
all of the interests of the Pacific
Coast Oil Company. The purchase
price is said to be in the neignborhOod
Of Sl,OOO,0OO.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Winston Churchilps Lecture.

W1ubVOH OHUICH11Ib AocCUr6'
New York, Dec. 12. - Winston
Spencer Churchill, the noted SouthAf-
rican war correspondent, begins his
American lecture tour tonight at the
Wald0rf-Astoria. Mark Twain will
introduce him.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Sixty New Engines.

Concord, N. H., Dec. 12.-It is re-
ported here that the B. & M. R. r.
has placed an order for sixty new en-.
gines to be built at once. This IS due
to increase of freight traffic.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Emigrants Through st. Albans.

Em!grants Through st. Albans.
St. Adams, Dec. 12.-The list OF
immigrants coming to the United
States via. St. Albans and Richford
during the month of November was as
follows.
Russia, 23S; Italy, So; Austria, 2l;
England, 8; Roumania, 5; Sweden, 4;
Finland, 4; Poland, 8; Syria, 3; Ger
many, 3; Holland, l; Ireland, /; Wales,
/; Armenia, l; Turkey, 4; Belgium, l;
total, 34S.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12

D,llingham's Private Secretary.
Montpelier, Dec. Ex-senator W.
P. Dillingham; has appointed W. A.
Martin of Washington as his private
secretary. Mr.. Martin was formerly
resident of this city when employed
in the pension department.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Small Pox In New Hampshire.

Small Pox In New Hampshire.
Manchester, N. H., Dec. 12.-Five
cases Of small pox have been reported
in Auburn, town near here, and
this city, Lowell and Fitchburg have
been exposed from the same source.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Tiftieth Anniversary.

New York, Dec. 19.-John Drew
will tonight reach the tiftieth per-
Torrance Of Richard Carvel at the
Empire theatre.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Beo uest to Tufts College.

Providence, r. l., Dec. 12.-The
late Olney Arnold IS found to have be-
queathed IS, 900 to Tufts College and
81, 900 to Dean Academy.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Yale's New Captain.

New Haven, Dec. IL. - Charles
Could end rush was elected captain OF
Yale foot ball team last night.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
Robson is Better.

New York, Dec. 12.-Lieut. Rich
mond P. Hobson, who has been dan
gerously ill is now better and out of
danger.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
FAIR ANo COLD.

Boston, Dec. l2.-Fair and cold to-
night and Thursday, with snow near
the coast.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12

TO Cure Constipation Forever.
Ia se Cascarets Candy Cathartic. l0c or IA
II G G. G. fail to cure, druggists refund moneE
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12

Bear in mind that the first enter.
tainment of the winters lecture
course is on next Saturday evening,
and plan to attend, as a good audi
ence is necessary to make the under
taking a success.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12

OeWitt-S WitcLs riazel
Cares Piles. .S>.nlds, RraS
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1900-12-12
STOWE.

A. S. Moody was in Burlington Sat-
urday.
Sunday night brought the coolest
weather of the winter, with piercing
wind.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-13
SAMUEL. PHELPS.

The funeral services of Mr.. Samuel
Phelps, who died very suddenly Tuesday
evening June 20, of Bright'S disease
were attended at the Congregational
Church in Lunenburg Friday afternoon
of the same week, conducted by the
pastor, Rev. f.. f. Blackmer, with appro-
pirate music by the church quartette,
The attendance was very large, which
with the many beautiful flowers con-
trihuted 10y sympathizing friends, gave
evidence of the affection and esteem in
which the deceased was held.
Mr.. Phelps was born in Luueuburg
April 9. 1929, being one of family Of
seven children of Samuel and Susan
(Winn) Phelps, of whom, one only, Mrs.
Arthur Dean of Lyndonville, now sur
wives. In 1852 he removed. with his
parents, to the home near the village.
where he resided till the close OF his
earthly life. In 1860 he was united in
marriage to Ann, daughter of Linus and
Abigail (Smith) Blakesee, 10y whom he
had one son, Harris X, who remains in
the home his father occupied Is years.
Mr.. Phelps was Il devoted husband
and father, a loving brother, and kind
friend and neighhor, and while extreme
! ly social, yet his greatest happiness was
| found in his own home. \ farmer by
occupation, honest and upright in his
| dealings, and if he sometimes served hi,
town i'll an official capacity ii was not
because he aspired to public positions
lie conscientiously did his part in the
support of the church, and was yer,
constant attendant on Divine WORSHIP
until prevented 10y failing health.
Like the oak of the forest, stricken
down lay the lightniug's stroke, SO sud
denly has he gone out from the com
munity with which he had been asso
ciated so many years. We shall mis-,
his genial presence and his CHEEKY greet
ing, but to the many loved ones who
were waiting to greet him on the Other
shore our loss will he eternal gain.
Our hearts go out in sympathy to the
hereayed family and friends We cannot
remove the burden of sorrow. but woulc
most earnestly commend them to the
love and care of the heavenly Father
"who never willingly attlicts or grieve,
the children OF men," and in whom they
believe and trust, for strength to bear it
Dark though the way He leads u.s.
Yet God is just
And where We see not, Father
Help us to trust. c.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-13
Chance for Essex County.
CADET AT WEST POINT.
Senator PrOctor Announces an OPportunity ior
Nouag Men Desiring an Appointment.

senator PrOeior Announces an oPPOrtunitS ior
iouag asn Desiring an ApPointment.
The llEEALp has received the follow
ing circular letter from United States
senator Rediirld Proctor:-
have the nomination of a cadrt-ai-
large Tor the state of Vermont. and an
alternate at the l'nitrd States military
academy at West Point. The nominees
must r-rori at West Point for final ex-
animation July -. They must not he
under IL nor more than II wears of age.
will he required Ia pass a rigid physical
examination. and must he Well vcrsed ia
reading. ia writing. including orthogra-
phy. and in arithmetic, aud must have \
knowledge OF the elements of English
grammar. of descriptive geography (par-
ticularly of our own country. ahd of the
history of the United States. have
appointed board To recommend to me
suitable candidates. Any young meu,
residents of the state of Vermont, who
desire to apply for these appointments
are invited to appear for examination
before this board at the Bardwcll house,
Rutland, TUESDAY morning, July IL, at
IL o'clock. Those desiring To Ice eX-
amincd should notify me 10y letter as
soon aS practicable.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1900-07-13
Something He Couldn't Wear.


A wealthy American who became a
convert to Rome was very generous to
Pope Leo XIII In money matters. He
had done many generous things, and
the pope had rewarded him with or
ders and medals galore. For once a
year this convert made pilgrimage to
Rome, where he was kindly received
by the holy father as son and gener-
ally, until the orders were exhausted,
each time was bestowed with some
fresh honor. On such occasions all
these brave metal pieces We're attached
to the rich Americans breast.
"Ill soon end that" the pope remark
ed to contidante who was ut his side
during the levee. Next time | shall
give him snuffbox," which he did,
and a beautiful jeweled box 1t was.
The following year the American
turned up again and was granted an
audience, when to the holy fathers
CONSERVATION the faithful son of the
church appeared not only with all his
medals, but with the snuffbox attached
to his waistcoat.
"The next time" the pope said, with
comical sigh, 81 shall present him
with a marble topped table. 1t is the
only thing can think of that he can't
tie to his waistcoat." -Chicago Times
Herald,