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Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

The Military SglCte.

All salutcs, from taking of the hat
to presenting arms. originally implied
respect or submission. OF military So
lutes, raising the right hand to the
head is generally believed to have orig
mated from the days of the tourna-
mcnt, when the knights filed past the
throne of the queen of beauty and, by
way Of compliment, raised their hands
to their brows to imply that her beau
ty was too dazzling for unshadCd eyes
TO gaze upon.
The officers salute with the sword
has double meaning. The first posi-
ton, with the hilt opposite the lips,
is n repetition of the crusaders action
in kissing the cross hilt Of his sword
in token of faith and fealty, while low
cring the point afterward implies ell
thcr submission or friendship, meaning
in either case that 1t is no longer nee
cSsary to stand on guard. Raising the
hand to the forehead has also been oN-
planned as n sign that the wcaponed
hand is empty and in an inof'ensiyc po-
s'tiun. but this reason Goes not seem
SO convincing rs the others.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

The Ens,l.hman and HI. Order.

An Englishman at Chicago hotel
ordered trap. He ordered 1t of an In
telligent looking key clerk behind the
desk. Then he went up stairs to his
room to prepare himself for the drive.
He waited half an hour for the an
nouncement that the vehicle was be-
low. He began to wonder II this was
IN example Of the American hustle
whose reputation had crossed the At
lantc.
Presently came a knock on the door.
"Come in" babe the Englishman.
Entered n mechanical looking man In
his shirt sleeves.
"Where's the hole" was his question.
"Holc?' queried the Englishman. Il
wanted trap"
Here it is" said the toiler, "and it'll
catch that mouse sure"
The Englishman's mouth opened in
astonishment. Mouse. What do you
mean? Who are you, anyhow
Pm the hotel carpenter, sir and I've
brought up the trap you ordered!'
The Englshman glared. Then 1t pen
etrated his Saxon wits, and he roared.
He gave the carpenter half dollar
and swore the joke for once was on
America.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

A clock is to be seen ut Brussels
which comes about rs near being a
perpetual motion machine as can be
invented, for the sun dcrs the WlnlinG
The following is the method by which
it works: A shaft exposed to the solar
rays causes an up draft OF air, which
sets the fan in motion. The fan ac;u'
ates mechanism which raises the
weight Of the clock until it reaches the
top and then puts break on the fan
till the weight has gone down little
when the fan is again liberated and
proceeds to act as before. AS long as
the sun shines frequently enough and
the machinery does not wear out the
clock will keep in perpetual motion.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

The idea prevails that skyscrapers
are of modern American origin, but
Professor Lanciani declares that in an
clent Rome as early as the time of Au-
gllstus, buildings 10 or II stories high
were common. Later they are believed
to have been much higher. rivalinS our
most modern apartment building IN
size and height. 1t is well known that
at Constantinople the Emperor Con
stantine found his view of the water
cut off by the skyscrapers erected be-
tween his palace and the water front
though be had placed his palace on
high ground.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
BLOCKS WE STAND on,
What can be Done when Foundations
Weaken.

What can be Done When Foundations
Weaken.
Mr.. Joseph Coldwell, of Matteawan, n.
Y, suffered from some digestive malady.
He felt heavy and tired. The relish for
his meals was gone and food didn't taste as
it used to. When he did eat he had pain
in the stomach, chest and sides, bad taste
in the mouth, spells of giddiness and other
wretched feelings. The foundations OF
health were growing shaky under Mr.. Cold
we'll
Mrs. NJ. Maggie of the pleasant village of
Monroe, n. Y, was upset and worried with
loss of appetite and dizziness. She had
ell the wearing, distressing symptoms
which 90 with her complaint. She was
feeble and weary. The pedestal of health
rocked under her feet.
Yet, these people were completely cured
by Calcura Solvent, a new medicine dis
covered by DIR. David Kennedy. How
clearly these instances show us that good
health is the block we must stand on II we
would be happy and useful. Watch the
carly signs OF i'll health, and use CalcIIra
Solvent before disease has cast You down
utterly.
If your druggist is out OF Calcura Sol-
vent, send SI.OO to DR.. David Kennedy,
Kennedy Row. Kingston, y. Y; express
prepaid. Write for free sample bottle.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
L0CA l..
CHESHIRE COUNTY. N. II.
uINSDALE.

Witherall and Dowd's Uncle Tom 3
Cabin" company gave an exhibition at
Riverside Park here Thursday evening
before an audience of $50 people
The street lights have all been re-
moved except those that light the Depot
street bridge.
The Universalist church will be closed
during sthe month of August for the
pastor's vacation.
The marriage of Prof Robinson of
Washington university and Miss
Gertrude T., daughter of NJ S Leach of
this place took place today at high noon
at the Congregational church, Rev w F
White performing the ceremony.
The Granite Monthly for July cor
tains an article on Wilton, n II, which
includes an account of the Wilton wool
en- mills with pictures Of p Frank
Amidon, the owner and c + Weeks
superintendent.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

Down from the upper air fioated the
strains of music, yet Neptune was visi-
bly, annoyed.
whats gnawing at thy vitals, sire!'
asked a mermaid.
81 wish in the name Of Orpheus,'
said the sea king. "that boating parties
could sing something else besides y
Life on the Ocean Wave"
And forthwith he crawled Into a
cave and pulled the cave in after him.
New York Marine Journal.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

DIR Hodge. the professor of biology
at Clark university, has been making
experiments With alcohol ard Gocs
the psst three years to determine the
effect of the alcohol upon lower ami
mails. lie ccncludes that it is Injurious
to them. The offsprirg Of the alco-
holic dogs have been much inferior to
these of the total abstinence dogs,
while the detrimental effects upon
the psrraksrs CT toe spirits have been
conspicuous.
TIE proposed balt of Bryan Demo-
cats 10 Chic gets another knoc6dOwn
blow. BIyan's refussl II counteuance
i, i now followed by tbat of Gen J x
Snervoed To stand as ITS candidate
for governor.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

G 4 Grover OF Melrose was elected
superintendent f scho Is to succeed f
r Howard, Who resigned to go to
Northfield at jsint meeting of the
school conn mittee of toe tow ; com
prisiug toe district of which Cnarle-
mont is pat THURSDAY at Ioar. Mr.
Grover, sho has been princi. al of the
Melrosc grammar school until Cow, is II
friend CT Mr. Boaald's, anu eeta the
position largely through MIR Howard :
recommendations
Mary. the -year-cld Ganrhter
OF William Il Anderson of Gieenti il,
was seriously blrned Thursday shout
econ. while playing with her little
brother on tie lawr. They HAD
matches, ard TIE child's clothing
caught fire, hurGiug her otdy in
maLy places Her injuries are very
severe. DIR Best was called to dress
the Wounds.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
, WORTHY SUCCESSOR.
something New Under
the SUM-

IA Doctors have tried to cure CA
,RBN by the use OF powders, acid
|,.es Inhalers and drugs in paste for m
En II powders dry up the mucous
bnr.hranes causing them to crack open
I'D bleed. The powerful acids used
+ he inhalers have entirely eaten
Isay The same membranes, that their
b,aEers have aimed to cure, while
pa.tes and ointments cannot reach the
kisssso. An old aud experienced prac-
|itjoopr who has for many years.
baae close study and specially of
Fbn treatment of CATARRH, has at
i ~ perfected Treatment which when
|auafl!ly used, not only relieves at
bncp, but permanently cures Ca
rANRH, by removiug the cause, stop
bnp the discharges. and curing all
|nnanmatinn. 1t is the only remedy
to science that actually reaches
The anicted parts. This wonderful
,emady is known as "SNUFFLES the
En- AEANTEED CATARRH CURE"
lad l. sold at the extremely low price
n ore Dollar, each package contain
mo internal and external medicine
b ,FcieDt for full months treatment
Ind everything necessary to its perfect
lse,
SNCFFLES' is the only perfect
IATAHRH CURE ever made and is
now recognized as the only safe and
nosIt;vp cure for that ANNOYING and
disgusting disease 1t cures all inham.
nation quickly and permanently and
i slsa wonderfully quick to relieve
HAY FEVER or COLD in the HEA D.
CATARRll when neglected. often
aad. 20 CONSUMPTION-" SNUFF
FLIES" will save Won ifyou use it at
,pce 1t is no ordinary remedy, but a
,o27l ,ete trestment which is positively
to cure CATARRH in any
inrn or stage if used according to the
jirec,.ons which accompany each pack
ICE. Don't delay but send for it at
nee. and write full particulars as to
,our condition, and you will receive
;pecia advicefrom the discoverer of this
WONDERFUL remedy regarding your casa
cost to you cevond the regu-
ar prlce of "SNUFFLES" the
CT NTEED CATARRH CURE"
Sent prepaid to any address in the
United states or Canada on receipt of
loe D9llar. Address Dent f 206 ED
WIN =. GILES Il COMPANY, 1880
md 1892 Marke. Street. Philadelphia.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
West Chesterfield,

Next Sunday, childten's Sunday
will be observed Speaking AMI sing
ing by the children at II O'Clock.
The musicpl social by the Y G Z
Friday evening was very much en-
joyed.
Twelve from here took in thu ex-
cursion to Block Island. The party
from here all stopped at Watch Hill
aad en- Joy ed nica shore dinner, stop
ping about three hours
MI and Mrs f K Clark and little
daughter Dur,is, visited at 0 K FAIRS
last week.
q r Farr has started to rebuild his
mill
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

Nj h."7 pu-7irg,uo hud cdjI 'rnn
ar tabiGg two weeks vacation in
New liamr shire.
Mrs Layilla Murdell Of Wskefie is
visiting Ter parents, Mr. and Mrs
Jan es Mills.
Grace Hunter has been dangerously
i'll at Nova Scott, wnere she is Wis
iting With her mother and sister.
John Smith has moved his family
iItl the ten ,meut vacated by Mrs
Myra HarwooF.
G + Weatherbee of Bronkline, n H.,
has operei the hotel 1T Erving,
Miss Hattie Bill Of Pttsfeld spent
a few days last week with Mrs Ii n
Blackmer.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

EW Bradford of Bennington. re-
ceived serious Injuries while riding a
fractions horsa that be was trying to
get accustomed to the discharge CT a
revolver. At the first shot the torse
reared and Mr. Bradford was thrown
off. One foot became entargled in
in a stirrup and the horse dragged
him around a large lot which abound
ed with stones. The spur cut the
sa idle girth releasing Mr. Bradford
His right shoulder blade We broken,
on s1er of tie f1ce badly bruised,
there were several bad cuts and
bruises on hi- bouy, and the tenders
in the l,1 are hally strained
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
A Matter of Dialect.

An elderly Scotsman was tried for a
slight offense and was put in prison.
The warder handed him a pail OF wa
ter next morning, with the remark,
That's to clean your cell" What was
his establishment on returning to find
Sandy, who had Invested himself of his
clothing having bath.
Good gracious" exclaimed the
warder. what are you doing Sandy
Sandy turning round quite Innocent
ly)-Dldn't We say it was to clean ma
sel?-pearsou's Weekly.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
Curing n Mule.

A mule in pack, train which was
usually loaded with salt discovered
that by lying down when fording a
certain stream and allowing the salt
to dissolve he could tighten his burden
The muleteer once loaded him with
sponges instead. which absorbed water
when he Law down in the stream and
made his burden fourfold heavier. The
mule was cured of his smartness.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
yyby She Wanted 1t.

Mr.. Bowers-I don't see why you
want to spend money for a new Their
mometer when we have half dozen
already.
Mrs. Bowers-But this one has ba-
rometer, and barometers are so handy.
See. it says rain" and just look how
1t is raining!-Puck.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

\ barn with g tors of hay belong
ing to Mrs Charles Horsr north Of
Bennington was destroyed Friday
evening. TIE fire caught hy the act
of young fisherman lighting ciga.
rette and dropping toe match into
the hsys The barn was nearly new
and ins Ired fir $3.50. The contents
werer insured for $50. This will NIT
cover the loss.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

81 haven't much use for Blithersley,'
said the proud papa.
WHY" asked the proud mamma.
~ listened to him for an hour today
while he told me about what his baby
had said or tried TO say. and just as
was about to tell him about ours be
left me. saying he had to catch train
American.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
II Is never too late to learn. but when
a man thinks he knows it all that set
ties it.-Chicago News.

You can never cure dyspepsia by dletlns;;
What vour body needs Is plenty of good food
properly dige>ted. Then If your siomach
will NOT digest il. kOdol Dyspepsia Cure VIII
II contains all of the natural dige>tants hence
must digest every class of food AMI 20 prepaFe
n Thai nature can Use il in nOuri>hing the
body and replscing the wasted tissues, thus
living life. beslth. strength. ambition. pure
blood and good healthy appetite. Greene. :
drug store.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

81 wouldn't fight. my good man."
said the pcncemaker
But he called me thief. sir.' eX-
claimed one of the combatants.
"And lie called me lazy loaier.
cried the other.
Well" said the peacemaker serenely,
81 wouldn't fight over difference of
opinion. You may both be right. Tilt
Bits.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

The sale Of household goods, etc. at
Stimpson's Inn on Saturday was H
success as far as it went hut it did
not make a very great hole in the
amount to be sold. No bedroom + jr.
niture WAS sold and very little uf the
crockcry anu liner.
The Young Peoples Guild connect
ed With the Unitarian church will
discontinue tNeir meetings until the
first week of September.
Rev MIR Piper of the Unitarian
church preacI ei very practical ser
mon on Sunday morning tskiug the
following a. his text, How heauti-
ful are tiny wcrks, q Lord. In wisdom
hast thou made tnem all. b f Field
sung solo.
1t was a beautiful day ana many
from this place availed themselves Of
the opportunity to 60 on the eXcnr-
sion So Watch Hill ind Block Island
Saturday.
W + Mcrriman Cf Mortified Fsrms
has sold tract Of timber land to tie
Diamond Match Co,
Work began at the pickle factory
Monday.
Mr. Plummer is in town superintend.
ing repairs at the factory.
Nj Rfl,ea, missionary from
China. is visiting her sister, Mrs Van
Voorhees,. She vss in Central Chira
during the trouble there and passed
through some very unpleasant cXre-
riences. She expects TO return 10 the
work n a fa mont his
DR. y p Wood ard son Philip are at
tie seasho enjoying an outing. &C. DIR
Ne.ton ard family spent Friday Et
Chesterfield lake AIRS Vim NJ ore is
visiting at Swarzey. y II. Miss Rosa
Trim has gone to work at Springfield,
Mass.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

He looked about years old. aud he
sat beside his mother in a Broadway
car one day last week. Hes T." re
marked the mother as the conductor
held out his hand for the fare. With
never a smile. "Is he married?' asked
the conductor.-New York Sun.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
NEARBY MASSACHUSETTS, NEWS
JUDGE DIRECTS A VERDICT
OF NOT GUILTY
In the Fosburgh Case at Pittshsld-Dsm-
onstratiou Of Approval by Crowd.

At the opening of court Friday in
the Fosburgh trial at Pittsfelt.
Judge Stevens instructed the jury to
bring in :erdict of rot guilty. This
was done, ending the trial with out
the jury men leaving their seats.
They nfterpard had meeting and
unanimously agreed that this would
have been their verdict within 10 min
utes, if the Sc had gore to them.
\ reception of cougratulation an hocr
long folio we'd at the hotel
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

"Do you think it makes much diner
ence which planet person is born un-
der?"
Not a bit. so long as he keeps on the
earth. flown and Country.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
Native of Montague Elected President of
Fisk University.

The trustees of Fisk university of
Nashville, Tenr, have chosen Rev
James u M-rrill president Of tne 10
stitution. Two years ago DR. Merrill
became dean of toe faculty ard since
the death, last September, of Presi-
dent Craa,th, has teen acting presi-
dent. DR. Merrill is native Of Mon
tague.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
BENNINGTON COUNTY.
Peru.

Old Homo week will be observed at
Peru Aug ILL., with special exercises
on Monument grounds Thursday at ,
O'Clock p m.
Should aud acquaintance be forgot,
And 1ever brought to min
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

DR. Franklin X Paddock died at Pitts
field Friday evening at 9:45. after an ex-
tended illness VI complication OF
diseases. mainly rheumatioGI of the
beart DR. Paddock was one of the best
physicians and surgeons in Western
Massachusetts, and had been prominent
in the Fusburgh case.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
FRANKLIN COUNTY. MASS.
NORTHFI ED.
Notice!

Advertisements for the Reformer may be
handed in to Mrs Elsie l. Saunders, correspond
ent, and will receive the same attention as
though sent direct to the Office IN Brat'eboro.
Those for Tuesday . Issue must be handed in on
the previous Saturday. Those for Thur sday. on
Wednesday morning. The Rcformcr goes into
nearly every family In Norlhield. and is good
medium through which to advertise.
Items for the Mortified column are also sole.
Ted,
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

If a man is treated well at home. he
would rather eat at home and sleep at
home and loaf at home than anywhere
else.-Atchison Globe.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

When you want modern. up.'o date
physic, try Chamberlajn's stomach and
Liver Tablets. They are easy 10 take
aud pleasant in effect. Price - cents.
Samples free at Brooks House Phar
macy.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
NEW HAMPSHIRE NEWS.

Elmer Wakefield Durbn. 81 If
Pioneer. o. fell a distance of 50 feet
ou the inside of standpipe being
erected at Portsmouth, for the Unit
ed States government on Seaveys is
land Saturday, and was Instantly
killed. Durbin was unmarried, hut
leaves a sister and several brothers.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
Isn't il Worth 25c.
To Be Cured Of
constipatio

from fatua constipation with all its attendant ills,
and bowels sluggish liver heartburn Indigestion and thin
impure blood believe that the only remedy violent
The Such cathacs they do
and leave the stomach name and nbd
condition with difficulty of and the
sufferer There laxative that the
ceanses the stomach aren the appetite
stimulates the puhe the blood while its
properties the entire system and keep healthy
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

Monthly Regulator has brought happiness to
hlAdreIs Of anxious women. There Is posi-
that viii 50 quickly and safely do the work.
L1nces and most obstinate Irregularities from
any cause relieved Immediately. success guar
SA'te. al any stage. No pain, danger, or inter.
Cases where others have failed. The most dill
cut cases successfully treated by mail and bene-
HNlai results guaranteed in every instance. no
TX whatsoever. We treat hundreds of ladies
Whog we never see. Write for furth er particulars
PM Tree confidential advice. Do not put OH TOO
,1hs, All letters truthfully answered. Remem.
boss. condition and positively leaves no after
va enc npon the health. Sent by mail, securely
,',ie4 500. Money letters should be registered.
'-J-W. EMMONS CO., 10 fremont ST., BOSTON,
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

Hives ara a terrible torment to the
little folks, and to some older or es.
Easily cured. Deans Ointment never
fails. Instant relief, permanent cure.
At any drug store, 80 cents.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

Those famous little pills. DeWitts Little
Early Riser> compe, your liver and bowels to
do their duty, thus giving you pure. rich
blood to recuperate your body. Are easy 10
take never grippe. Greene's drug store. 3
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

The dog star Is the brightest star In
the ornament. 1t was so called by the
Egyptians because it watched the ris-
ing Of the Nile.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

PATRONS WILL PLEASE-Nn men tn'E
move send 10 this once the street AMI number
Of their new address, TO insure prompt and &C
curste delivery of the psper. They Will aito
favor Us as well as themselves By giving proper
ll,ee of any failure or tneparl o. our cArrlets
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30

What's the sacret Of hsppy, vigor.
Gus health Simply keeping the bow
els, tie stomach, the liver and kid
reys strong and active, Burdcck
Blood iiitiers Gees it.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
NOW SNAKES LIKE GRASS.
Boys with scvshes Thus XIII IL Rattle
and Hoop snakes IA One Encounter.

When Charles and Cyrus Vail we're
out driving near Blairstowp, y j they
encountered drove of ratrlesnakes.
Presently they heard a whirring NOISE,
and. looking up. saw about dozen
hoop snakes coming down the mountain
to the help of the rattlers. Toey got
two old scvthes, and as the snakes came
down the road tbev moved them down
with the scythes and thus killed twelve.
Semi-weekly Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1897-1901, 1901-07-30
Laxako|a Does Il

Its properties reach every oganth liver kidneys
the debi
ate only absolute and
cure
the only medicine for babies purely vegetable and its
speedy and effective For coated tongue, simple eve,
colds clils and Angui feeling 5 the ideal medicine.
1t tastes good Children like it and ask for 1t.
rlastNe,i only
it
o.lsNas utrtN Y rbon