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The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
THE SUNDAY SCHOOL.
Many Things OF Which lts Gradu.
@te@ Are Ignorant.

Many Things OF Which Gtn GPa6u-
ates Are Ignorant.
The failure of the Sunday school as
Ia means Of giving systematic and
thorough knowledge of the Bible is
great A teacher in a city high school
asked an advanced class of 40 or 30 pu-
pills. who had been drilled for years In
the International Sunday School Les
sons. how to proceed In order to reach
Palestine. and not one could give the
desired information Then she asked
Palestine is located. and no one knew.
That is a very good specimen of Sun
day school teaching and can be paral-
leled anywhere by those who will take
the trouble to ask few questions. The
ignorance Of the Bible on the part Of
most persons Of average intelligence is
something amazing. The simplest
questions will elicit no answer on the
part of most such persons.
That educated persons know some
thing about the Bible may be assumed.
but not unless the training goes much
beyond the standard Of the common
school Again and again it has trans
pired that those who were generally
well informed. who were fairly well
educated and regarded as bright and
clever, were almost totally ignorant of
the Bible. Their Sunday school train
ing had given them no knowledge of
the book that was of any value, and,
however much they might have read 1t
since, 1t was to them a sealed volume.
Boston Transcript.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

The energy Of one Of the oldest In.
habitants Of Massachusetts, town Ia o
byword among his neighbors and a
trial to his grandchildren, who have
not inherited their full share Of his ac-
tive temper.
His grandson John in particular sui,
fers from the old mans untiring indus
try, for John is his assistant In the lit.
tie grocery shop, where everything,
from Goldfish to brooms. may be found
A purchaser of gingersnaps fingered
one day to hear the noontime address
delivered to poor John by his grand
father.
Nov. Johnny. I'm a-going home for
my dinner" said the old man briskly.
land on the way III carry up these
pals to Miss Manson and fetch back
her kerosene can. I shall be gone up
| ards Of half an hour. You'll have
plenty of time to eat your luncheon,
and while you're resting after that
! wish you'd saw up that little mess of
| wood that lays out by the back door
and split 1t up for stove kindling. for
the weather's turning sharp already.
"Most likely I'll be back fore you get
out O work. and anyways don't want
to keep you at 1t all the time, so II
there's a few extry minutes jest set
down and make out a bill or two. The
fust Of the month"; be upon US fore we
know it."-Youth's Companion.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

II have watched the Blacklist feeding
on shrimp and young rock crabs among
the stones Of the cribwork Of the old
pier that formerly stood Mt Hollands
Landing, Jamaica bay" says Henry
Brand In Rod and Gun. They ap-
preach their prey very slowly and
without showing any motion Of their
fms and body, and after succeeding In
catching shrimp they would not dart
away the same as other fish do after
securing food, but would remain still
for awhile and begin to chew and then
slowly swim away, looking for more.
'The blackfish Is provided with q
pair Of crushers situated In the back
part Of it's mouth and consisting Of two
dat groups of ball shaped teeth. be-
tween which they crush small crusta.
ceans and mussels before swallowing
them. The crushing apparatus Of a
four pound blackfish is about as large
as q dime. The blackfish seemingly
uses it's teeth for loosening mussels
from their fastenings and to draw
small crustaceans from their hiding
places. After the food is secured it is
passed to the crushers. When II takes
an anglers bait and passes 1t to the
crusher. peculiar succession Of bites
In felt by the fisherman. and many O
dne one Is missed by the angler being
too hasty to hook II after the first indi.
cation Of fsh taking the bait"
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

AS THE WHEELS TURN A MOUTH ORGAN
PLAYS"
In the middle of the room. NOW,
then, no more skulking and lodging
You owe me $40 borrowed money. and
want it right of the reel"
my dear Mr.. Shine" said the major
as he took last puff at his stub, ''you
formerly had an Office next door. We
became acquainted. You learned that
was temporarily embarrassed. and,
sizing me up as an honest, ambitious
man. who would ultimately overcome
his bad luck. you kindly forced $40
bill upon me one day."
II deny ity' shouted MIR. Shine
why. hang it. you were annoying me
every day for a month before let you
have the money. and you told me q
thousand lies to get itr'
when you so kindly forced that
money upon me-" continued the major
as he smiled and walked, 81 said to
myself that some day l would repay
you a thousa ndfold. 1t was your trust.
your confidence. In me that touched
me. ! was almost unknown to you.
For all you knew | might be dead
beat. You had only your Judgment
to 60 on, but your judgment was right
This very morning should have tele-
graphed you to call In
"Oh. you are going to pay. chr
major Crofoot always pays bis
debts, sir, and In some cases he re-
turns 500 for ST. 1t will be SO in this
case. l could have paid yon back long
ago, but was waiting to make it q
memorable occasion for you. The time
has arrived. My dear fellow. let Us
shake hands,"
what fort You owe me $40. You
say you are going to pay 1t. | don't
see the object of shaking hands,
Yes. you truly cast your bread upon
the waters" said the major as he pac-
ed the width Of the room and looked
into vacancy. land am pleased that
your returns will be SO great DO you
know ] love a man who trusts to my
honor and integrity Let a man show
his confidence In me. and would sell
my shirt for him Yes. you kindly
forced $40 upon me. and
And now you kindly force IL back
again." interrupted MIR Shine. Its
no use lodging. Old man I'm here for
my money and am going to have it."
my dear fellow. you are one Of the
few who trusted to my Integrity when
l was down on my luck. and ] there
fore pass over your hard words now
You haven't heard Of the Great Amer
lean Combination Baby Carriage com.
pany. have your"
mo, sir"
Because 1t lie just being Incorporated
and we are taking the greatest care
not to let anything get out until we are
ready. My own creation. sir. and the
biggest thing of the decade. II we
don't make a million dollars out OF Il
the first year. shall be more than SUR
prised. wouldn't take half million
In cash for my chances"
That's all blamed nonsenser' shout
ed Mr.. Shine as he began 70 bristle up.
~ know you. you old soft seaport You
want to dodge that $40, but I'll have It
before leaveg'
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

s.My own inventive idea, an told
Won, and II will astonish the world.
The baby carriage can be changed into
a cradle. a hamnoek or sled by NOV
.nx a lever. Good for summer or win
ter, you see. Is provided with a sta.
tionary milk bottle. . whistle and q
rattlebox Has an Ice chest and Q
soothing strip department. Az the
wheels turn a mouth organ plays Pro-
yided with q patent brake. rubber tires
and q mothproof cover: also has re-
yolving fans TO keep the flies away.
After the baby gets out Of long dresses
he can use the carriage as a tricycle..
That's the invention. Mr.. Shine Or
ganixed on a capital Of s75O.OCO. and
shares to be sold at par. There's more
than millions 10 IL,
81 don't care a rap II there Ia What
l want 10 my $40. and IN give you
dust ave minutes to she'll out"
~ was going to offer you the secre-
taryship" softly observed the major,
.but the salary will be only ten thou
sand a wear WhAJ l shall oner you
and what was going to telegraph you
about as you came In was the purchas-
Ing agency. We shall want a man to
buy the milk and soothing strip and
see that they are pure. The salary
will be at least $4,000 per year, with
perQuisites thrown In. My dear man.
you trusted me. This is your reward.
Now. will you shaker"
"Not by q burned sightr' shouted
Mr.. Shine as he bobbed around. "None
Of this sort Of rot will stand me of on
my $40. Do you want me 10 take 1t
out Of your hideY'
''And you can buy stock at par, my
dear fellow-stock that will be worth
$50 inside of four weeks. have ar
| ranged for that. That stock will pay
you at least 100 per cent. Invest $1O.-
600. and you have an income Of $4,000
per year. That's what comes of trust
ing to the integrity of Major Crofoot.
Is 1t enough? III not. Just say so. and
IN add 5000 from my salary as presi-
dent"
Mr.. Shine deliberately removed his
coat and vest and flung them on a
chair.
"Or IL you want to borrow SO for a
day or two you can have IL and well
come. I'll just step out and get it for
you"
The major stepped. and Mr.. Shine re-
moved his collar. tie and cuffs. Then
he spat on his hands and limbered up
his arms and waited He waited for
half an hour-two hours. Then he got
no and redressed himself and kicked
over the chairs and desk and went out.
The major had stood him OF once
more. Nj. QUAD.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
THIRTY YEARS AGO.
| Items OF local interest taken from the columns
OF The Press, thirty years ago.l
March o. ls71.

Dennis Scripture has sold his farm near
Hydeville, to Allen Willis of Wales. MIR.
Scripture will sell his farm effects at
auction on the 25th.. inst, and then re-
move to this village.
The people In the vicinity OF the corner
OF Main and North Main streets mourn the
loss Of beautiful oak tree that has been
felled to the ground to make room for the
new building which Mr.. Foskit is about to
erect there.
New buildings- Julius Converse has
commenced work on his new house. Col
w. A. Foster has broken ground for the
erection Of business block on his land
opposite the station. The ledge is to be
taken out the entire front of his land be-
tween his large block and Grover &
Winters block, and thirty feet back.
Glover & Winter are erecting large barn
In the rear of their block.
In pursuance Of call issued to talk
over the matter of uniting the school dis
tricts Of this village, and the erection OF
high school building, meeting was held
Wednesday evening at the Congregational
vestry with fair attendance. J. K Lord
presided, and g committee chosen at q
ormer meeting reported. recommending
union Of two districts and the erection
Of a school house either on Fisk avenue
or High street at coet of $12 1000. A
plan was shown that could be built for
that money or brick one for $4,000
more. The plan is for three story
building, go 80 feet, of handsome de.
sign, which located where proposed, would
be an ornament to the village and amply
suffice to accommodate all the schools re-
quired in the village for years to come.
Remarks were made by Rev. Mr.. Morri.
con, Seneca Page, w. ID Heald, w. R.
Small, and others all friendly to the plan
The two districts will soon hold meeting
to act on the question Of con ,olidation
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
THE GRAND SCHEMER
HE UNFOLDS A PLAN WITH MILLIONS
INIT TO A CREDITOR.

Major CrOfoot Doesn't Succeed I'm
Convincfng His Wrathv and skep-
tical Visitor. hut Does Manage to
Stand Him Oh Once Again.
Copyright. 1900. BY c. D. Lewisl
As the man turned into the doorway
leading up to Major Crofoot's Office he
had look of determination on his face.
AS he assembled the we'll worn stairs
his tread showed aggressiveness. As
he banged the majors door open and
entered he had the air of a creditor
who'd get his money or carry away his
pound Of flesh. The major was In. He
sat at bis desk smoking a very short
stub Of cigar. but as the door opened
he whirled With a bland smile on his
face. and. rising. with both hands held
out, he exclaimed:
"Well, now. but this is truly coin
cidence-a coincidence! Come right in,
my dear fellow-come right inp'
"Oh. I'll come In fast enough" an
ewered the caller as he suited the &C
ton to the words and came to q halt
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

lot large sores on my little daughters
head developed into case of scald head !"
writes q. d. Isbill Of Morganton, Tenn,
but Bucklen's Arnica Salve completely
cured her. Its Q guaranteed cure for Tet-
ter, Salt Rheum, Pimples, Sores, Ulcers
and Piles. Only 25c at A. G. Eaton's
drug store.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

A coal hea yer was getting in load
Of coal In the suburbs Of London He
was shoveling In the Goals at good
rate when he was startled by a terrific
yell from the house adjoining.
"Wot the dickens is the matterT
queried the goldman. starting up.
A disheveled looking Individual made
his appeara at the door.
Matter you thickheadr' shouted the
man. frantically endeavoring to pull
his hair up in clots by the roots. you
are putting the coal down the wrong
hole. My wife's people live thereP'-
London Tit Bits
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
Take Vin0l Our Great
Strength Creator.
II GIVES ONE A SPLENDID
APPETITE.
AND QUICKLY REBUILDS
THE SYSTEM.
We WIN Refund the Price Of
VinOl If It Fails.

The worst part Of sickness, frequent
y, IL getting over It.
The patients strength II depleted,
his system is generally demoralized.
rslapses are continually feared, and
naturally.
The one thing to aid recovery Is to
give the patient that which will enable
him to get strong, and ut the same time
give strength direct to the different
organs Of the body.
Nothing will do this like Vinol.
Il acts directly on the stomach, Gre
ates healthy appetite, and enables
the digestive organs to obtain the nee
essary elements to increase the weight
Of the patient and to make new healthy
Aesh and muscle tissue and pure, rich,
red blood.
The following In q letter showing
where Vinol was taken and did good
after Q case Of sickness. It reads a.
follows: .--.
az wish to certify to the very great
benefit which has been derived from
the use Of Vinol in my family. My
wife was very sick with the grippe and
afterward was wholly run down. One
bottle of Vinol places her on her feet
In better condition than she had been
before I'm six months. I heartily rec
ommend and endorse it."-HENRY f.
ErURrEvANr, 81 Huntington St, Brock
Ton, Mass.
Everything that Is I'm Vinol Is
plainly printed ON the label Of
each package.
We know Vinol Is splendid
preparation, and i'm many cases
we have been able to see for our
selves the wonderful results it
brings about.
Remember that we guarantee
Vinol and refund the purchase
money If you are not satisfied.
a r ATOM
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

A Coon CoUaH MEDICINE FOR Chill
DREN.-'1 have no besitancy In recon-
mending "Chamberlain's Cough RENE
dy," says F. P. Moran, a we'll known and
popular baker Of Petersburg, Va. "We
have given 1t to our children when troub-
led with bad coughs, also whoopine
cough, and it has always given perfect
satisfaction. 1t was recommended to me
by druggist as the best cough medicine
for children, as 1t contained no opium OIL
other harmful drug"
For sale by +. K. Taft, Stafford Springs
i Co., South Wellington
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

Like Oliver Twist, children ask for
more when given One Minute Cough
Cure. Mothers endorse it highly for
Group. It quickly cures all coughs and
colds and every throat and lung trouble.
1t Is q specific for grip and asthma, and
has long been q WELL known remedy for
whooping cough. w. D. Heald.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
AMoThEH. !

n safned an day the day shs died,
And yea she thought It swess and fsiss
She said the sunlight kissed her haiss
And then she slept. all satisAsd.
r. rained all day: she woke again
And whispered that the sky Yves hluA
An, met Thank God, abe never knew
How cold and drearv fell the raini
Do Hike her Nfei It rained all day,
And yet she thought It MI was brighss
She loved and toiled through day and nagAAi
She never thought the skies were gray.
%. II. Towns In Youths Companies.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
Hss Lima Il.

I'm getting along" said Mr.. Cum
rox I'm progressing slowly. but
surely"
"In whatY'
Couture. I've been ira Yelling around
with Mrs. G. and the girls until I'm
getting right refined. But there's one
thing don't think I'll achieve. I don't
believe I'll ever be able to 90 into an
antique store and tell the difference
between bric-a-brac and junk. = Wash
ington Star.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

"If You Won't Print

my name," writes lady we'll known in
New York, 'any letters you may receive,
from what I say here, may be sent to me
privately. Your neso medicine, Calcura
Solvent, wholly cured me Of chronic dys-
pepsia, and also an ailment peculiar to
my sex that has troubled me ever since |
was eighteen" For free trial bottle write
to DR. David Kennedy, Kennedy Row,
Kingston, N. Y.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
Strength
and
ViSor

Mr.. c. M. Scott, I84o, Dor
chester, Avenue, Boston, Mass,
tells how he became q strong,
hearty man:
"About two years ago 1 suffered
nom general debility and 1 doubt if
there was anybody moro utterly
miserable than was. had no life
or energy, and was a. depressed
mentally a. was worn out physi-
cally. IL was not at all unusual for
nae to 90 to sleep over my work.
Ny blood was thin and watery, but
the worst oft ell was the dreadful,
wsarying nervousness At night
When retired ut ten o'clock, instead
Of going to sleep ] would toss and
turn till we'll on into the morning,
and when awoke IL was without any
feeling OF being refreshed or rested
Host 80 much fiesh that got down
20 122 pounds in weight, and 1 had NO
desire for food
"Last January . friend urged me
70 try DIR. Williams Pink Pills for
Pale People. / had previously tried
many different kinds of remedies
and had consulted three physicians,
but the little relief they gave was
very brief, SO was completely dis
couraged. NY friends, however,
insisted and tried the medicine.
"By the time the second box was
begun there was such evident inn
provoment that l continued taking
them till the ninth box, when I felt
that was entirely cured. I now
weigh 1853 pounds. There 10 no sign
OF nervousness, rest well and feel
strong, and am able TO enjoy life
once more"
G. M. SCOTT.
Al all drusgists or direct from DR.. WILL
Hams Medicine Co., Schenectady, n. 7.
Price Soc. per box, boxes $3.50.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

Johnson-Does your wife speak
French7
Thompson-She thinks she does.
d "You don't speak It. do your"
"No."
."Then how do you know she
doesn't7'
81 watched French walters face
the other day when she was talking to
him. and I'll be blamed II he didn't
look as 3 he had the toothaohs. - =.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

trouble somewhere, and nervous pros
tration is sure to follow.
You ought to know that indigestion,
exh a u $ n, womb displacements,
fainting, dizziness, headache, an d
backache send the nerves wild with
alright, and you cannot sleep.
Chicago, ILL.,, whose portrait we pub
lish, suffered all these agonies, and
was entirely cured by Lydia E. Pink
hams Vegetable Compound; her case
should be warning to others, and
her cure carry conviction to the minds
of every suffering woman of the un-
failing efficiency of Lydia E. Plnkham's
Vegetable Compound.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

The Chicago street railroad company
have forbidden their conductors to eat
onions. Now In return let them forbid
their lady patrons to use musk perfumes,
which overtop onions every time In OBJ.
noxiousness,
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

A child study expert in Chicago says
that right-handed children are naturally
brighter than left handed children, and
that a large per cent of bad boys are am.
bidextrous,
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
Strikes q Rich Fiod.

II was troubled for several years with
chronic indigestion and nervous debility, )"
writes F. J. Green, Of Lancaster, N. II i,
mo remedy helped me until began US
ing Electric Bitters, which did me more
good than all the medicines ever used
They have also kept my wife In excellent
health for years. She says Electric Bit
tiers are just splendid for female troubles !;
that they are grand tonic and invigo-
rator for weak, run down women. No
other medicine can take Its place In our
family" Try them. Only Soc. Satis-
faction guaranteed by A. G. Eaton.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

The stomach controls the situation.
Those who are hearty and strong are
those who can eat and digest plenty OF
food. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests
what you eat and allows you to eat all the
good food you want. II you suffer from
Indigestion heartburn, belching or any
sensitive stomachs can take it. W. D.
Head.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
Women Must
$keep.


If you are dangerously sick what is
the first duty of your physician He
quiets the nervous system, he deadens
the pain, and you sleep well.
You ought to know that when YOU
ceased to be regular in your courses,
grow irritable without cause. and
pass sleepless nights. there is serious
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

Their promptness and their pleasant
effects make DeWitt's Little EARLY Rlsers
most popular little pills wherever they are
known. They are simply perfect for liver
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
what shall we HAVE FOR Dessertf

what Shall We Have for Dessertf
This question arises in the family every day.
Let US answer It to-day. Try Jeli-o, delicious
dessert. Prepared in two minutes. No baking
Ada hot water and set to cool. Fiayors:-Lem-
ION. orange, Raspberry and strawberry. AZ
your grocexs. 10 eents.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

Lucy Stone says Queen Victoria was 8
master hand at politics and yet the n
direct living descendants prove that hel
household had not suffered from her at
tention to politics.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

just because O Texas man, 70 years Of
age, married for his fourth wife maiden
of % years, he was declared insane by the
court.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

Commercials of DeWitt's Witch Haze
Salve are liable to cause blood poisoning
Leave them alone. The original has the
name Dewitt upon the box and wrapper
1t lie a harmless and healing salve for Skin
diseases. Unequalled for piles. w. D.
Head.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

At trial In New York court, q
Christian Scientist testified that he cured
rubber plant that was dropping.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

Two hundred abandoned farms In
Massachusetts, were sold last year, most
ly for development as country residences
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

The lingering cough following grip calls
for One Minute Cough Cure. For all
throat and lung troubles this Is the only
remedy that gives immediate results.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

"Opportune" once signified nothing
more than ito be at the harbor" An
opportune ship was ship which had
come to pors.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

The largest city In the country in
Washington's time was Philadelphia
II had G9. 600 Inhabitants
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07
a. G. EATON.
Pharmacist of Stafford Springs.
Have your WORMS got HORSES ?

Are they getting thin and weak7 Are they ION
their feed7" Do they "sweat and worry"
DIR. EMERsON'S "DEAD SHOT"
will REMOVE WORMS. DEAD or ALIVE, from
HORSES AND CATTLE. 1t win purify the
Blood, Correct and tone up the Stomach, and
Strengthen the Nerves.
Directions with each box. Sold by Druggists
or sent by mail upon receipt OF Fifty Cents.
G. b. Smith & Company,
Wholesale Agents. Newark N J.
The Press. (Stafford Springs, Conn.) 1883-1935, 1901-03-07

Prof. Ivison, OF Homecoming, Md, sui.
fered terribly from neuralgia OF the stom.
ach and indigestion for thirteen years, and
after the doctors failed to cure him they
fed him on morphine. A friend advised
the use Of Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, and az
ter taking few bottles Of 1t he says, "It
has cured me entirely. can't say toe
much for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure" 1t d.
gests what you eat. w. D. Heald.