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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
the LANDER DIVORCE.

A decree has been made by judge
Peabody in the divorce case of Abbie A
Lander VS.. Wintworth V. Lander. Tht
case was to have been heard at the
March term of court, but owing to the
illness of one of the parties, the hearing
was held after the adjournment Of court
in Portland, by agreement of the parties
and their counsel. The divorce was not
opposed, the only contest being as to
the amount of alimony. The decree just
made by Judge Peabody gives Mrs. Ian
der $4,000 in money, and also carries
with it her rights in his real estate,
which by the laws of Maine is one-third
interest. The court also gives her the
care and custody of the minor daughter,
and orders Mr.. Lander to pay S35 a
month during her minority. Mr.. Lander
possesses a large real estate both in
Rumford Falls as well as in Massachu-
sets. This is one of the largest awards
of alimony ever made in divorce case
in Oxford County. Bisbee & Parker
represented the interests of Mrs. Lander,
and Foster & Hersey of Portland were
counsel for Mr.. Lander.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
BASE BALL.
PARIS HIGH SCHOOL DEFEATS NORWAY
HIGH.-oTHER FAST DAY GAMES.

At the fair grounds on the afternoon
of Fast Day large crowd saw the first
of the two games scheduled for the sea-
son between Paris High School and Nor
way High School. 1t was the Paris boys
third game for the season, and gave
them their third victory, by a score OF
| 9 to t.
The crowd was not only large, but ii
had full appreciation of the part which
the audience is supposed TO play in the
game, according TO all tradition and
precedent. Everybody yelled, with or
without provocatiOn, and that modern
instrument of torture, the megaphone,
contributed toward intensifying the vol
ume of sound which rolled over the
field. 1t was an uncomfortable day
with cold northwest wind sweeping
across the ground and carrying clouds OF
dust with il.
The Paris team made all its runs in
the second and fourth innings, and ii
must be admitted that, while some hits
were made in both innings, the way the
scores were piled up was to some extent
due to combination of errors on the part
of Norway. and the wildness of their
pitcher. Rich. Rich's delivery was very
swift, but not well controlled, especially
during the first of the game, and good
many men walked to first who afterwards
crossed the home plate, and got black
mark for it.
Kenney, who was playing on the Paris
team in centre field as substitute fol-
Wheeler, took several chances without
an error, making some good catches
The star catch of the game was fou
fly gathered in by Norway's left fielder
| Hayes.
The spectators were roped off, but
little attention was paid to the rope, anC
the crowd packed in almost against the
catcher's elbow, interfering with the
game. On holiday when there is az
much crowd present as there was tina
day, there should be a couple of specia
policemen on duty, to keep the crowo
back, and incidentally TO look out FOL
disorderly individuals.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29

In the United States court at Portland
Saturday, Granville w. Leighton, the
defaulting teller of the National Traders
Bank, whose shortage amounted to
s4S, 900, was sentenced by Judge Webb
to SIX wears in state prison. Leighton,
who has assisted the bank officers from
the first in ascertaining the exact amount
of the loss, and who turned over what
nroperty he had toward making it GOOD,
pleaded guilty. Judge Foster appeared
In behalf of Leighton. To some news
naper men afterward Leighton express
ed himself as agreeably surprised with
the sentence, as he thought he might gel
| ten years.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
Here are some of the Lowest Prices in
the World on Standard Goods which
every family uses every day.

hmbles beeswax lc darninS
bastng Carks thread and
Strong chid handkerchief c
clad
children towels and crash prices
bushel baskets
which farmer
dish and the largest variety of tin in any country store IN
all enameed
goods Two punches of envelopes l2o sheets writing paper &c. and
Exceptional
shears and other cutlery toilet soap and pnmey ackkhves c
assortment of whips Maineqite good whip for &c. awnde a'e
silk complete line the new nickel silver
upon poor which luxury for the
solid nickel silver
of
wiln feel IN cost of the
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
Dr. and Mrs. Iittlefield visited a

DIR. and Mrs. Iittlefield visited q
Bridgton Fast Day.
Mrs. Rose Powers was at home from
Auburn over Sunday.
Mrs. Annette Cushman of Pennington
has been a guest of Mrs. Sarah Clark fol-
the past week.
The contest dinner of Paris Grange
has been postponed to the first regular
meeting in June.
Mr.. and Mrs. A. D. Park were guests
Of George Ridlon and family in Portland
a few days last week.
Charles Brett saw quail near his
house a few days since-a very rare bird
in this section of the country.
w. r. Fletcher and daughter of Wor-
cester, Mass, are here on visit to his
parents, Eugene Fletcher and wife.
| A. E. Morse went to Livermore Falls
Monday morning to read at the exercises
that evening in celebration of the ami
versary of Odd Fellowship.
Hiram T. Field has sold his farm in
Sumner, and with his family has come
to South Paris to live, occupying rent
in Timothy Cleasby's house.
Paris is a great place for chickens.
Mrs. Emery w. Mason, at Mountain
View Farm, set hen on thirteen eggs
and Matched seventeen chickens. Now
let's hear from the next one.
The household furniture and utensils
of the late Loretta J. Brock will be sold
at her late residence in South Paris viii
lage at auction on Thursday, May l, at
o'clock p. NJ, by the executor, James
5. Wright.
Superintendent of Schools Alton C..
Wheeler, who had been here for about
ten days, returned to his work in
Woburn, Mass, Monday morning. He
intends TO train substitute to take his
place in the school at Woburn, so that
he can return home to remain about the
first of June.
Martin, j., which is, being interpreted,
either Judge, John or Justice, "tigger-
head of Court Pooduck and proprietor
of the Garden of Eden, is carrying on
a series of experiments with view to
producing ''pigen"-proof string beans.
For further particulars see small bills or
enquire of the Judge.
The three latest arrivals from Rum
ford Falls are George Kelley, 60 days
for intoxication, Barney McBeth, 80
DAYS for same, and Percy c. Morrill, 30
days for vagrancy. MOrril's parents
live at Rumford Falls, and he is not a
tramp, but he simply won't work, and
that's all there is to it.
The first ladies' circle of the con-
ference year at the NJ. Z. church was
held Wednesday evening, largely in the
form of welcome to the pastor, Rev.
A. W. Pottle, who has been returned to
this charge for his third year. About
eighty members of the society and
friends sat down to the tables at $3.50
O'Clock, and after the supper had been
disposed of, us all sat around the tables,
the following programme of toasts and
music was carried out:
Trustees-O. G. Curtis
Stewardship. ). Starbird.
Soug-Mr. Sessions.
Official Buarl-Benajmin SWEET.
Sunday SchoOl-GeOrge ID. Robertson
Ladies' Circle-Mrs. SWEET.
Song-Mrs. n. 4. Wilson.
EpwOrth League-W. W. Payne.
Mission Society-Mrs. Ortway.
Rcading-Frank l.. Starbird.
Baptist Society-pea. George u. Crockett.
Congregational Society-Rev. w. 4. Brooks.
ID. ID.
Response-Rev. A. W. Pottle.
Song-Miss Denote.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
coon FOR RHEUMATISM.

Last fall was taken with a very
severe attack of muscular rheumatism
which caused me great pain and annoy
ance. After trying several prescriptions
and rheumatic cures, / decided to use
Chamberlain Pain Balm, which l had
seen advertised in the South Jerseyman.
After two applications of this remedy ]
was much better, and after using one
bottle, was completely cured. SALLIE
HARRIS, Salem, N. J. For sale by
Shurtleff & Co., E. P. Parlin, South
Paris; Stevens, Oxford; Noyes Drug
Store. Norway.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
ReMeMseR TOWN MEETING,

L Every voter Sh0uld Dear IN mlnu tiia
the annual meeting of the town of Paris
was adjourned till next Saturday at
P.M. This Adjournment was made on
account of the school house matter, and
a special committee was chosen to report
at the adjourned meeting. Two other
matters were also continued for final
settlement-the drainage of Western
Avenue and the public library appro-
priatiOn.
Another town meeting has been duly
called, on petition of Silas P. Maxim
and others, to meet Saturday afternoon
at o'clock, for the following purposes;
First To choose moderator to preside al
said meeting.
| Second To see what action the town will take
| In relation 10 providing additional school room
| In South Paris village, for the accommodation OF
the higher graie, either to enlarge and repair
row owned by the town, or Tn designate new
location and erect new school house thereon,
and IN either event, to raise money TO carry tue
same Into effect.
Third. To see II the town viii Vote to sell the
old school house on Stcarns HILL
Fourth. To see IL the town will vote TO- build a
re-proof vault In tn. assessors office to keep It's
records. and to raise money for that purpose
The explanation of this is simple. The
article in the warrant for the March
meeting gives no opportunity for vote
to enlarge the brick school house, and
this meeting was called to furnish that
opportunity. The special committee
who will report in favor of erecting a
new high school building, are of the
opinion that action can be taken accord
ing TO their recommendation under the
article now standing open. If the town
should vote to build in accordance with
their report at the adjourned meeting,
of course no action would be taken
under the second article in the special
meeting. If ON the other hand, no ac-
ton should be taken on the matter at
the adjourned meeting, then at the
special meeting Immediately following
the voters would have free hand to
enlarge the brick house if they see fit.
WHAT THE COMMITTEE WILL PRESENT.
The Joint committee, consisting of n.
DAYTON Bolster, c. II. Lane, Henry ID.
Hammond, and the members OF the
experimenting school committee, Will
make a unanimous report, recommend
inc that new school house, for the use
of the high school, be erected on lot
on Pine Street, and the brick house re-
tanned for the use of the lower grades.
Plans for the new house have been pre-
pared by competent architect, under
the direction of the committee, and will
be presented. These plans were made
with the stipulation that they should be
such that the building can be completed
for sum not in excess of 5000. They
show two-story building of wood,
with large assembly room and cloak
rooms on the second floor, and recitation
rooms, laboratory, etc., on the first floor.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
BUSINESS NOTICES.

Bicycle Suits, Trousers, Belts, Golf
Hose, +. II. Noyes Co.
The new Manhattan Tie and Fancy
Hosiery. f. III. Noyes Co.
Our shirt waists and fancy shirts have
arrived. F. III. Noyes Co., South faris
and Norway.
Medium weight underwear. just
right for present use. 20, Oh, 10 Genus
and Sl.OO. +. II. NOyes Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
MARRIED.

In Norway, Apr. %. by Rev. B. s. Rideout and
Rev. William Sandbrook. DR.. Harry p. Jones and
Miss Emma c. Stevens, both OF Norway.
Elmer McAliister and Miss Nellie Files.
In Gorham. N. H., Apr IA, by Rev. FIR. Emer
son, Mr. Frank Gauthier and Miss Lizzie
Coulombe, both Of Rumford Fails
In Mexico, Apr q, by Rev. NJ. 3. Townsend
Mr. Ollie E. Payne Of Dixneld and Miss Lillian
In Canton. April 10. Mr.. Lothrope Of Wayne
and Miss Nellie Caswell Of Canton.
Mr.. H. K. Rowe and Miss Daphne Cole.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
NEW STORE
SOUTH PARIS
Low Prices on Good, Serviceable Goods.

After considering the merits of different villages western Maine
decided open small South Paris because seemed to be the
place could because liked the people better than in any
village experience and observation have con-
WINGED that large majority of people will good prices for good
goods cheap quality rash and shodd
any Bearing mind have selected with the utmost care
largest wholesale of the United States stock of goods
which the quality that found in the world price,
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
SORN

In South Paris. April "a, to the wife of E. l..
Millett, q daughter.
In Byron, April %, to the wife of Ernest K.
In Lowell, to the wife Of W. 3. Fox, daughter.
In Hartford, April Is, to the wife of Elisha
Samp son. daughter.
In North Buck1eld, April IA, t. the wife OF
Joseph Jordan, a daughter.
In Rumford Falls, April Is. to the wife OF
Ebridge II. Wyman, q daughter
In Rumford Point. March 10, TO the wife oil
Amos c. Elliott, a daughter.
In Gilbertville, Apr. l6. to the wife OF Erying
York, q son.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
KILLED At RUMFoRo FALLS.

Jules Currier, about 10 years of age
employed in the finishing room OF the
International Paper Co. mill at Rumforo
Falls, was killed Wednesday afternoon
by an elevator. Currier was leaning
over the gate watching for the ele
vator to come down, but instead
of coming down it was coming W
and the weights which 60 the oppo
site from the elevator damned his head
against the frame work, cutting his face
up in a horrible manner. He died
Wednesday night about twelve o'clock
Currier had gone to work that morning
He was about 10 years old and came
from St. Charles, P. Q. The remains
were shipped home for burial.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
HERE AND THERE.

An Aroostook correspondent of an ex.
change is already figuring out light
hay crop, on the strength of the weather
of the past winter. Last year there
were numerous prophets who early in
the season saw light hay crop in view.
1t couldn't well be otherwise, they said.
There had been two very dry years, and
the grass roots must have been too much
injured to produce. Nevertheless, there
was big hay crop, and the prophets of
disaster promptly met the situation by
announcing, "But it's all water; there
amt no heart to it,"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
DIE D..

In Greenwood. April 10. William Martin, aged
about so years. =,
In MERGED. Cal. Apr. IL. VIM. w. Gray, for
merly of Fryeburg
In Kansas City, Kan, Apr. Z, Job Farrar, for.
merly of BuckheId, aged 70 years.
In Rumford Falls. April Is, Mrs. Belle, wife
of John Gibson, aged % years:
In Salem, Mass, Apr. II. Mrs. Almeda
(Cressey) Carey, formerly OF North Buckfeid
aged "A years, months.
In Rumford Center, Apr. 1. Ezekiel Eyant
Jackson. aged IS years, II months, day.
In South Hiram, Apr. 81, Lulu, daughter Of
VIII Stearns, aged years.
In Roxbury, April ID, Mrs Anna, widow o.
tho late Waldo Reed. aged IS years.
In Rumford Falls, Apr. q, Jules Currier, aget
In Oxford, April 10. Mrs. Lydia, wife o.
Leonard Herrick.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29

At recent meeting of the Rockland
Lime Co. it was voted to increase the
capital from s2OO,O to 100000 and to
issue S250,OOO of per cent 30 year
bonds. The money is to be used in pur,
chasing lime stone property in Vermont
and Massachusetts, which the company
has had bonded. This particular stone
is used in pulp and paper mills and an
effort is to be made to interest persons
engaged in that line of manufacture.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29

Mark Crockett, a former resident OF
Forest Avenue, Portland, but lately liv,
ing with his daughter, Mrs. George
Morse, at Mechanic Falls, cut his throat
in the stable Friday morning about nine
O'Clock. He was found by his daughter
He was about 6s years of age and had
been in his usual health and spirits up
to the time of his suicidal act. He
leaves two daughters, Mrs. George
Morse and Miss Persis Crockett, both OF
Mechanic Falls.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
BETTER THAN PILLS.

The question has been asked, "In what
way are Chamberlain's Stomach & Liver
Tablets superior to pills?" Our answer
is: They are easier and more pleasant
to take, more mild and gentle in effect
and more reliable as they can always be
depended upon. Then they cleanse and
invigorate the stomach and leave the
bowels in natural condition, while pills
are more harsh in effect and their use is
often followed by constipation. For
sale by Shurtleff & Co., E. P. Parlin,
South Paris; Stevens, Oxford; Noyes
Drug Store, Norway.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29

The unfortunate people on Malaga
Island continue to make trouble, the
latest instance being the case of young
islander who wishes to get married but
is unable to take out a marriage license
in any of the surrounding towns, the
clerks refusing to issue one as by such
action they might establish the status
of the island as part of their territory.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
Some Foolish People

Allow cough to run until 1t gets beyond the
reach of medicine. They often say, "Oh 1t will
wear away" but in most cases It will wear them
away. Could they be induced to try the success
full medicine called Kemp's Balsam, which Is
sold on positive guarantee to cure, they would
Immediately see the excellent effect after taking
tie first Dose Price CSC. and SOC. Trial size Jree
At all druggists.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
A CARD.

We, the undersigned, do hereby agree
IN refund the money on 50-cent bottle
of Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar II IT
fails to cure your cough or cold. we
also guarantee 25-cent bottle 70 pT0v prov,
satisfactory or money refunded. VIII
Hanson & Kimball; Ernest P. Parlin.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
LETTER TO SAMUEL N. KING,
cnIlTL DARtC

SOUTH PARIS
Dear Sir: John p. Hermance, OF
Rhinebeck, N. Y, who is famous for
keeping his handsome farm-buildings in
perfect condition, paints Devoe; won't
use any other paint.
Some neighbors of his, who prefer
lead and oil, paint twice as often. II
costs them twice as much and their
buildings look only about half as fresh
Yours truly,
IN +. w. DEvOE & Co.
p. S.-F. p. Stone sells our paint.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29

ga neighbor ran in with bottle OF
Chamberiain's Collie, Cholera and
Diarrhea Remedy when my son was suf'
fering with severe cramps and was given
up as beyond hope by my regular ply
sician, who stands high in his profession
Alter administering three doses OF it.
my son regained consciousness and re-
covered entirely within twenty-foul
hours" says Mrs. Mary Halter OF Mt
Crawford, Va. This remedy is for sale
by Shurtleff & Co., E. P. Parlin, South
Paris; Stevens, Oxford; Noyes Drug
Store. NORWAY,
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29

James Crosby of Bangor and his daugh
ter Caroline, aged I, were drowned in the
Penobscot at Hampden Fast Day by the
overturning of a canoe. Mr.. Crosby and
his wife and child started for the canoe
club house, when the canoe was capsized
by gust of wind. Mr.. Crosby placed his
wife on the bottom of the canoe and at
tempted to swim ashore with the
daughter, but sank within few yards
of the bank. He was 40 years of age.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29

With salmon at $l.25 per pound a
Bangor man recalls the days when they
used them for fertilizer, and boarding
mistresses had to hold up both hands
and promise not to have salmon more
than three times per week.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
POSTMASTER STILES.

President Roosevelt last week sent to
the senate the nomination of Moses r.
Stiles, the present postmaster at Nor
way, for another term of four years.
The contest for this office which has
ragged fiercely, is thus definitely closed
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
The Best Hosiery in America.

grades and sizes for and children the famous
best the world The
special
qualities
usually sold the
fashionable shaped legs
andhe new, beautiful silk finish
IMPORTANT directly the factory 5000 pair of these
Oxford County
quantity the lowest price granted to
Boston, that can sell the 30 cent values FOR %
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
PENSION MATTERS.

George II. Fox of Ridlonville has been
granted pension of $500 per month.
Albert F. Berry of Denmark mas 0eeh
granted pension of $500 per month.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29

Try Chamberlain's Stomach & Liver
Tablets. the best physc. For sale by
Shurtleff & Co., E. P. Parlin, South
Paris; Stevens, Oxford; Noyes Drug
Norway.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
A VALUABLE MEDICINE
FOR COUGHS AND COLDS IN CHILDREN.

81 have not the slightest hesitancy in
recommending Chamberlaiu's Cough
Remedy to all who are suffering from
coughs and colds" says Chas. NJ
Cramer, Esq, well-knOwn watch
maker of Colombo, Ceylon. ut has
been some two years since the City Dis
pensary first called my attention to this
valuable medicine, and have repeatedly
used it and it has always been beneficial
1t has cured me quickly of all chest
colds. 1t is especially effective for chill
dren, and seldom takes more than one
bottle to cure them of hoarseness.
have persuaded many to try this Val9
pleased as myself over the results" Fol-
sale by Shurtleff 6 Co., E. P. Parlin
South Paris; Stevens, Oxford; Noye'
Drug Store, Norway.
,-Nt
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
TIMBER AND GRASS ON RESERVED
sIANns
STATE OF MAINE
Treasurer Office,

Treasurer Office,
Augusta, April %, 1902.
Upon the following townships or tracts OF land
not liable to be taxed In any town the following
assessments for County tax of 1902 were made
by the County Commissioners Of Oxforl
County on the litn day OF March, 1902:
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29

The Bath Board of Trade will invite
the State Board to meet in that city in
the fall
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
NOTICE.

The subscribers hereby give notice that they
have been duly appointed administrators Of the
estate of
SARAH A. JONES, late of Oxford,
In the County Of oxford, deceased, and given
bonds as the law directs. All persons having
demands against the estate Of said deceased are
desired to present the same for settlement, and
all indebted thereto are requested to make pay
ment Immediately.
JOHN II. JONES,
April 18th, 1902. HARRY /. DODGE.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
STATE OF MAINE.
Treasurer's Office,

AuRubIH,
Upon the following townships or tracts OF land
not liable to be taxed In any town, the following
assessments for the State tax of 1909 were maize
by the Legislature on the 2lst day OF harch,
ION
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29

SEWING WANTED.
Sewing of oil kinds done at reasonable rates
MRS. HELEN L. sTEARNs,
Hersey House, South Paris.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-04-29
OTHER GAMES

There was an exciting game at the fail
grounds, Thursday forenoon, between
Gould's Academy and the Norway vii
lage team. 1t resulted to 3 in favor OF
Gould's, in sensational finish, the win
ming score being made after two men
were out, in the last half of the ninth
inning.
The Paris Hill team played the Streak
ed Mountains at Mixers Thursday
forenoon. Score ii to s in favor o.
Paris Hill.
The June Bugs of South Paris played
their fourth game in the school yart
Thursday morning, and met defeat by
score of 10 to s. Their conquerors wer'
a team of boys of something like theil
own inches, who came from Hebron
'seight on seat" according to the testi
mony of truthful observers. The game
was fiercely fought, and was one of tn
most entertaining of the day.