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Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07

The month of October was record
breaker for good health in the city of
Rutland, as far as contagious diseases
are concerned. The books of the health
officer show but two cases. Both are
typhoid fever. There were IS deaths in
the city during the month, Half of the
number were people over 20 years of
age.
Brattleboro man is building six old
fashioned looms which will be sent to
parties in Boston as soon as completed.
Loom weaving is becoming fad with
many people, and much beautiful work
is being produced.
The first anthracite coal to reach Bur.
lington since early in May, and without
doubt the first to enter the state since
the strike ended, except a small lot in
Rutland, arrived there Friday.
The new steamer Vermont, being con-
structed at Shelburne, has force of Go
men employed on her, and it is expected
that the vessel will be ready to go into
service on June |, 1903.
Extensive additions to the knitting
mill of George lockwood & Co., of Ben
nlngton, have been commenced. The
addition will be so by 80 feet, two stories
high.
The temporary bridge over White river,
at Bethel, was taken away by the high
water recently. The permanent struc-
ture was carried away last spring.
Ex-Gov. Carroll 5. Page, who has been
making tour of the grand canyon of
the Colorado, is expected to return to
Vermont about November |.
1t cost Paul Cation and Frank Stewart
of Burlington 29.40, fines and costs, to
pay for turkey they stole for an adj
vance Thanksgiving dinner.
st Johnsbury people have been favored
with sight of photographs of the vivid
chain lightning witnessed there the night
of October 10.
The Rev. a. Shepherd, pastor of the
Baptist church in Corinth. is the oldest
clergymen in active service in the state.
He is 81 years old.
Nettie +. Spencer, of Lyndon, has filed
a petition in insolvency with liabilities of
S9lG and assets of $50, of which S460
are claimed exempt
Major II. f. Dyer, who inspected Co.
\, lst Inf, V. n. g., of Rutland says
the company Is in very unsatisfactory
condition.
uC htNs -. DdCOL, lOTIDtTlN Oh
Essex Junction, accepted a unanimous
call to the Congregational church at Flint,
Mich.
a man at Greensboro Bend picked
ripe strawberry last Friday. He also
found some dandelons in full bloom.
The Illustrated cover of The Youths
Companion bears a likeness of Governor
Mccullough on the first page.
\ deer's head, the antlers on which
had II points, was brought into Burling-
ton.
Mrs. Hattie +. Markham has been APP
pointed post master at North Fayston,
VT
En- Gov. George W. Hendee, of Nor
ristown, who has been very i'll is better.
The high school football team of Rut-
land has disbanded.
y Montpelier man is still picking green
corn in his garden.
Hard coal is selling in Granville for
5000 a tom,
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07

The anniversary exercises of the State
Historical society. held the 30th, in Rep
resentative hall, were of especial interest
and were largely attended. The members
of DE Lafayette chapter, Daughters of the
American Revolution, attended in a
body as guests of the society. Cover
nor Mccullough and Admiral Clark were
also present as guests. The Hon. G. G..
Benedict, president of the society, pre-.
sided.
Among the names of new members
admitted were Frank Plumley and Will
liam f. Ellis, of NOrthfield. j. w. Brock,
of Montpelier and Zed ). Stanton, of
RoXbury. DR.. d. S. Kellogg, of Platts-
burgh. and Hon. Robert ID. Benedict, of
New York, native of Vermont, were
the speakers of the evening, and they
were listened. to with much interest and
hearty appreciation.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
An Ex-Postmast er Arrested

James A. Gilmore, formerly postmas-
ter at Waterbury Center, against whom
an indictment was found at the recent
session of the federal grand jury In Rut-
land, was arrested Thursday by United
States Marshall l.. A. Drew, of Burling-
ton. He was given a hearing before
United States Commissioner George f.
johnson. of Burlington, and bail was
fixed at 81 400, which he furnished. The
charge against Gilmore is that of steal
ing government mOney.-Rutland Her
aid,
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
EpWorth Leagues.

At the Epworth League convention at
Fair Haven over 100 delegates were
present and the event was success.
At the business meeting these officers
were chosen: President, Rev. n. L.
Ball Of Ferrisburg; secretary and treas
urer, Rev. II. l.. Tompson of Brandon
first vice-president, Mrs, w. X. White
of North Bennington second vice-presl-
dent, Miss Addie Wright of Burlington !;
third vice-president, Mrs. c. F. Harris
of Poultney; fourth vice-president, Mrs.
G. Il. Lemon of North Ferrisburgh !;
executive committee, Rev. G. w. Brown
of Rutland, Rev. G. w. Woodall of Pitts
ford and Rev. III. A. Wood of Vergennes
missionary committee, Rev. John Duflield
of Rutland.
The reports show about 1900 Ieaguers
in Burlington district.
An invitation was received from the
Shelburne Epworth league to hold the
next convention at that place.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
Prominent Educators.

The Rutland Daily News says enid
dlebury has seldom, if ever, held so dis
tinguished body Of educators as 1t did
last week upon the occasion of the con-
vention there of the association of the
presidents of the colleges of New Eng
land. The executive officers of nearly
all the colleges in the territory men
toned were present. They comprise a
most imposing body of leaders in educa-
tional thought and activity whose names
and regulations are even more than
national"
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
Narrowly ESCAPED SHOOTING.

Martin Kenyon, clerk for Stone Tracy
Co., of Windsor, had narrow escape
from shooting Tuesday morning. As he
he was driving the delivery team down
Buena Vista hill, a rifle ball passed
through the covering directly across his
usual seat. lie was sitting farther back
for protection against the rain, otherwise
he would probably have been seriously,
If not fatally injured. There has been
much careless shooting of late by sup
posed-to-be hunters on the outskirts of
the village.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07

a child Of Mrs Geo. T. Benson, when get
ting his usual Saturday night bath, stepped
back against hot stove which burned him
severely. The child was in great agony and
his mother could do nothing to pacify him
Remembering that she had a bottle of Chamb-
erlain's Pain Balm in the house, she thought
she would try it. In less than half an hour
alter applying it the child was quiet and
asleep, and in less than two weeks was we'll
Mrs. Benson is a well known resident of
Kellar, Va. Pain Balm is an antiseptic lini-
ment and especially valuable for burns, cuts,
bruises and sprains. For sale by ID. a. Bisbee,
druggist.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
FARM FOR SALE.

EsThe home farm of the late Orlando F.
Atwood, containing l55 acres of land.
suitably divided into pasturage and
tillage, plenty of wood for place, good
apple orchard and other fruit, good COM
modious house, and barns suitable for
storing crops. One mile from Richville
postoflice, grist mill, saw mill, and black
smith shop. Two miles from Shoreham
r. r. Station.
l.. +. ATWOOD, EXecutriX.
Richvlle, Vt. 44w4
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
BOTH DOCTORS.

There are two Vincents in the house of
representatives, and they are both doc
tors. DR.. Vincent of Burlington, who,
by the way, does not practice medicine,
and Dr. Vincent of Orwell. who, when at
home. deals out pills and lotions. The
two Nincents do not always agree on
matters before the house. The Orwell
man is set in his ideas, while the Burlng-
ton man will listen to an argument and
If it contains merit take it under advise
Observation-Disclosures Clipper.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
ECONOMY.

The Banner believes in an economical
administration, but only such as is COM
mensurate with progressive methods
Bennington Banner Which suggests a
story: A new York merchant was asked
by his country cousin what it cost him
to live. lie said about $500 year."
"Gosh," exclaimed the farmer, "costs
more to live now than 1t did 30 years
ago" "Well," said the merchant, ''it's
worth more" Think it over.-Vergennes
Enterprise.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
r NJ 3 70 M .

New Commissioner of Pensions. New Pen
sion laws. The order of April 90. 1899, disbar.
ing t. j. Deavitt from practice for crticising
the policy and methods of the administration,
has been rescinded Many delayed and re-
jected pension claims can be successfully
prosecuted without must if any new evidence.
PENSIONS granted at too low rates, during the
last eight years, can be increased 10 adequate
rates. Advice and blanks free. Address, I.
}. Deavitt, L. ;. Pension Attorney, Mont
pelier, VT. 44w4
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
MORAL: GET MARRIED.

The market value of kissing is on the
rise. y New Jersey Justice recently fined
a man $40 for publicly kissing his sweet
heart: the fine in Binghamton is S25,
from the last quotations and now Peters,
burg, Va, has raised the penalty to $50.
Marriage licenses are still to be had at 81
to S5.-Bristol News.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
"ThE STRANGE IhlNG MAS

that when I was halt dead with kidney liver,
and stomach trouble in 1899 | should recall
the fact that had in the house half bottle
of the new medicine called Calcura Solvent,
discovered by the well-known DR.. David
Kennedy, of Kennedy Row, Kingston, y. Y.
beganS using it and, with three more
bottles, in a month was WE'LL John L.
Lamont, Boston, July 10, 1900.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
BEST FARM IN COUNTY

One of the best farms In Addison
county is offered for sale to close an
estate, contains $50 acres of good land,
suitably divided into pasturage and til
lage, plenty OF wood for place. Good
buildings, fine large stone house, GOOD
horse and other barns with best sprir g
running water to buildings. Pleasantly
situated on the man road from Middle
bury to Bridport, 3 miles from the form
er. Suitable for a dairy or stock farm.
For particulars apply to
III. +. SANFORD, Executor,
Middlebury, VT, Il. +. D., No. 2.
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THIS Is TRUE.

1t dosent matter where he speaks,
whether in some little quiet Vermont vii
lage, in some large city in distant state
or in the national house, Congressman
Foster of Vermont is recognized as a
pleasing and forcible Ilardwick
Gazette.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
A HEARTY WELCOME.

The state welcomes new and distin-
gushed citizen this week in Robert T..
Lincoln, son of Abraham Lincoln, and a
former secretary of war, who has bought
a summer home in Manchester. The
more such the merrier.-Brattleboro Re-
former.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
A GOOD MAN,

With all due respect to the various men
whose names have thus far been men,
toned as suitable for the next COVER
norship of Vermont, we believe that none
better than that of Robert j. Kimball of
Randolph has been suggested. - Gov.
Pages News & Citizen.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
FARM FOR SALE.

Situated about2is miles south OF Middlebury
village, near school; contains about 1856 acres,
buildings in good repair, well watered, and
plenty of wood for home use; will keep Is or
more cows. win sell farm stocked, hay etc q,
or farm separate, rs desired. Possession
given Immediately. For particulars inquire
of NJ. &. RILEY, oriRegister ONCE. AVA
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
SPIRIT OF THE PRESS
FACTS AND OPINIONS GATHERED
FROM CONTEMPORARIES


Let the republican majority in the
legislature make no mistake. A license
local option law must be passed or the
party will be defeated at the polls in two
years.-Swanton Courier.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
w ants, For Sale, Etc.

Ads. underithls head 81 for inch
weeks. More space or longer
time, pro rata.a Cash with Order.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07

Advertisers and others who have occa-
sion TO send out many circular letters
should see the "Postage Savers, a sealed
yet open envelope that goes for one cent
postage. The Register has them.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
House to Rent.

One-half-five rooms-of dwelling on
Main street, owned and occupied by the
undersigned. y Apply to
42tf JACOB SPEYER.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
Charles Westall

is now prepared in his new Block to do
all kinds of REPAIRING on WATCHES
CLOCKS, BICYCLES, Etc. Call and
see him. Next to the American Publish
ing Company.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
MACHINERY

and supplies for all kinds OF crushing, grind
ing, mixing and sitting, both wet and dry
mater ials millwrghts, machinists, pattern
makers, stone dressers and electricians, at
your command. 45w4
HOLMES ~ BLANCHARD CO.,
80 Washington ST., No. Boston, Mass.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
WANTED

y fireplace set, including andirons,
shovel and tongs; brass trimmed pre-
ferred. Address,
REGISTER OFFICE, Middleburv, Vt
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07

Cures Group, sore throat pulmonary
troubles.-Monarch over pain of every sort.
DR.. Thomas Electric Oil.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
A CArCUs LAW.

By all means let us have the caucus
law. The last election amply illustrated
the necessity .-Brattleboro Reformer.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1902-11-07
GIRLS WANTED

Steady work and good pay will be
given to few more girls to run sewing
machines, making muslin underwear.
Work neat and clean. Apply at once,
stating age and previous occupation.
PEERLESS MFG. CO., Newport, y. II.
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geleet Sturp.
WHY SHE REFUSED HIM.

care you anywhere near the place,
driver p inquired handsome young fell
low, thrusting his curly young head out of
stage window, as it rumbled along over
an uneven country road.
eyes, sir, there it is, that white house
We see back of the oaks.
GA fine old roomy mansion it is, | dare
say; it looks as if it might be haunted. "
''Well, sir, they do say they re ghosts
about, and that old Mrs Farnsworth acts
crazy like; but Miss Jessie, she's all
right-as sharp as chain lightning, sir,
and the handsomest girl in the country
around; they be almost strangers in these
parts, but our folks all love Miss Jessie
they do. .
II think I'll try my luck here, then
and dropping gratuity In the hand OF the
garrulous driver, the young man sap
peared among the trees.
Henry Ferrers was an artist of consid-
cradle merit, who had been spen ling part
of his summer vacation in ram ling over
the hills and dales, industrionsly engaged
in filling his portfolio with rough sketches
as material for the winter work.
Attracted by the picturesque surround
ings of B he determined to rusticate for
time, and therefore had inquired of the
driver where he might find desirable
boarding place, and-as we have seen
having been directed to Mrs. Farnsworth $,
was soon knocking at the door OF the
stately white house that loomed up among
the lofty oaks with SO imposing an effect.
But when the door was quickly an
swered, and young girl stood in the
framing of the door, Henry Farrers started
Why? Because, being an artist, he
recognized beauty in any shape; here 1t
was, in live flesh and blood delicious
bit of picture. He observed that her
face was sweet as the Madonna 8, lovely
blonde, with eyes as blue as an Italian
sky; he could not decide at glance which
pleased him most, the clear cut profile, or
the full, oval face, gazing at him from out
the lustrous eyes.
He. however, recovered sufficiently from
the embarrassment occasioned by this un-
expected vision of loveliness and grace, to
speak of every day matters, and after pro-
Gucing proper references, it was soon ar
ranged that he should make temporary
home at the Widow Farnsworth' s.
The widows means were limited-it
was necessary to supplement their scanty
income by receiving boarder, therefore
Henry Ferrers' advent was very accepta
BILE, and ere long he became domesticated
with them. As his acquaintance with
Jessie Farnsworth ripened into intimacy,
she won his regard daily, by her womanly
virtues and graces; he was surprised to find
her living SO retired and quiet, and was
curious to know why she SO rarely left
home.
Jessie understood with a woman's in
tuition the looks and tones of the hand
some artist for as the summer months
glided by, and he became more familiar
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l5c Embroidery Sc.

As soon as they could converse without
being overheard, she said
Doubtless you remember showing me
picture of singularly wild cliff that you
sketched during your rambles, and remem
Der too my agitation upon seeing it p
eyes, he replied 81 have it still. =
"Then do please destroy it, for the place
is hateful to me, for there my kind indul
gent father was cruelty murdered
You astonish me pray who was the
murderer p
Ernest Morley, my hasband, she re-
piled, with tremulous voice.
''Your husband r. he exclaimed
eyes; he was tried for the crime, but
acquitted believing him guilty, | left
him, rather than embitter my life by see-
ing daily my fathers murderer, preferring
to live alone, and suffer without compan-
ionship and sympathy. Besides, his tenn
per was SO ungovernable at times that |
feared for my own life Neither would |
accept of his support; changed my name,
and as Jessie Farnsworth was introduced
to you.
"And that is why
She interrupted him by laying her hand
lightly upon his arm, saying, in a low
tone:
"Mr Ferrers, there was pure corner
in my heart, where reason and honor held
steady council. "
"My noble Jessiel But, tell me; what
became of-of-your husband p
''He died one year ago, sending for me
at the last, and confessing his guilt. y
"What motive had he for the comrnis-
sion of such a crime p
cit was not premeditated. My father
angered him by some reference to his care
less expenditure Hot words ensued, then
blows, and in a moment Of insane passion,
Ernest pushed him over the frightful pre-
cipice. =
''Dear Jessie-for this is the name |
love best to call you-how is it that find
you here p
She gave timid look at him, Dlushed
deeply, as she replied
II was too low spirited and restless to
remain in the place where | had spent so
many happy hours, and as Ernest Morley
left me independent, I resolved to find in
travel some solace from vexing thoughts.
II, too, left home for the same reason,
but was now about to leave Paris and
return. Dear Jessie, may say again
what I said long ago? If | remain here
near you, it viii only intensity the love |
have carried in my heart ever since the
day that saw you standing in the door
of the old white house. Decide for me,
dear Jessie. Shall | go or stay?'
Jessie Farnsworth smiled, and whispered
her reply in voice that he thought was
the sweetest music he had ever heard, and
yet it was only the short, expressive word;
"Stay."
He replied.
always, darling.
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well to hope, and snatching her cold, trem-
bling hand, he kissed it fervently; in
another moment she was alone.
She stood immovable until the echoes
of his footsteps died away, then she bowed
her head and wept bitterly over the grave
of love.
Did he pine away and die?
Not bit of it; be packed his trunks
and went to Paris, and there began busy
life; he sketched and painted, until one
day he suddenly became famous.
He was lionized, feted and fattered, but
was not quite spoiled by it; the sweet face
of Jessie Farnsworth haunted him; he
would return soon with his newly acquired
honors, and once more plead his cause, and
oh happy thought, perhaps be successful
this time.
There was to be brilliant reception
given by the American minister. "Would
he go p his friends inquired, for there
was to be present a beautiful widow to
whom he must be introduced, who would
just suit his taste.
No, he would not go; he was bored by
beauties, and detested widows. What a
mood to be in, to be sure; nevertheless,
he changed it, and went.
Although the bellies Of the season, and
the fashionables were present in full force,
and at their best.
Henry Ferrers was the lion of the even
ing; every one wished to make the ac-
quaintance of the young artist.
The crowd at last became jam, so he
was forced to stand still, and while impa-
tiently waiting for passage through it,
he heard voice near him, saying
Eyes, that is Mrs. Morley. She is
decidedly the handsomest and wealthiest
woman in the town.
Morley? surely he had heard the name
before; oh, now, he recollected- twas that
of the man who threw his father in law
over the cliff-could this woman be his
wife
He turned, and saw Jesse Farnsworth.
All the old love surged in his heart at
sight of her, although two long years had
passed since that memorable parting day.
While gazing, all his soul in his face,
she also turned; their eyes met, and she
smiled
A crowd is no obstacle to a man in love.
Somebody's corns suffered, and the laws
of politeness were altogether ignored by
Ferrers as he made his way toward her.
Twas that smile that did all the mis-
chief.
Just as he was about to greet her, he
was stopped by friend, who said, gaily
whistler away SO fast, Ferrers? have
been looking for you for the last half hour.
All, Mrs. Morley happy to see you, he
said, extending his hand to Jessie Farms
worth. "Allow ME to introduce my
friend-Mrs Morely, Mr.. Ferrers. /"
Mr.. Ferrers was completely mystifed,
for the Widow Morley and Jesse seemed
one and the same person; he was SO as
tonished that he could not utter word
She alone was self lf-possessed.
''WilI you assist me out of this crowd,
Mr.. Ferrers Then, as they moved on,
she whispered :
Il owe you an explanation.