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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
SORTh 9UCKFleLO.

James II. Swallow of Brockton, Mass.
who has been visiting relatives in oul
place, has returned to his home.
VIM. L. Cressey, of Salem, Mass, is in
our village on vacation.
The above mentioned men are both
natives of our village.
Merton Warren had very narrow eS.
cape from being burned out on the night
of the 22d. When he went to the barn
in the morning he discovered smoke
coming from under his shed where saw.
dust, chips, etc. had been accumulating
1t seemed it had been smouldering all
night. Cause unknown.
Mrs. Lucy Gibbs of Livermore Falls
was in our place the Dist.
/. D. Fuller has a number of men at
work for him cutting hard wood lum.
Der.
Heald Brothers have been obliged to
buy and have hauled on wheels white
birch to replenish their stock which is
running short.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28

The members of Rockemeka Grange
have put in the foundation for Grange
Hall. 1t is to be 80 feet long and 30
wide, two stories high with basement
for horses.
S. X. Chase was found insensible in
his blacksmith shop on the 18th. The
doctor thought it was shock and he
has not come out of it at this writing.
Mrs. Eunice Poland is visiting at Can
ton.
Born, on the 2sth of September, to
the wife of 5. A. Getchell, a son. Clyde
Harold)
Joseph Getchell has moved into j. K.
Commits house that p. G.. Barrett moved
out of.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
A yoroci0us Sufder.

It Is q curious study to watch the
little white. brown specked spiders
which hover among plants seeking
what they may devour. 1t seems al
most incredible that they will conquer
and carry of to their dens insects
twice their size, but this is just what
they do. capturing flies Of the largest
kind. They will hide under the petals
of the flowers. and when Mr.. Fly comes
buzzlng along they will spring out at
him, and the next thing he knows he Ia
being dragged Off to be served up at a
spider luncheon. They grip the fly by
the neck. II he has neck. and dart
down the leaves. skip to the grass and
away. sometimes taking flying leaps of
q foot and half, then disappearing no
one knows where. It's the old story OF
the spider and the fly. only the spider
doesn't stop to coax. but boldly carries
of his booty without saying. by your
leave"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
DEN MARK.

A large number of ladies have gone on
the Maine Central excursion to Boston.
Among the number may be found Mrs.
VIM. Allen, Mrs. A. II. Jones, Mrs. A.
W. Belcher, Mrs. Irwin FL. Ingalls,.
Mr.. Geo. w. Gray has been quite sick
the past week, but at the present time is
better.
Mr.. 1. Fl. Berry, Mr.. A. w. Belcher
and Mr.. A. II. Jones were in attendance
at the annual session of the Grand Lodge
of Odd Fellows and the Grand Encamp-
ment held at Augusta Oct. 81 and %.
Mr.. Percy Smith shot the first deer of
the season in this section at East Den
mark last week.
Mr.. Fred Sanborn has had his house
newly painted.
A large amount of apples are still
upon the trees in this section.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
HERE AND THERE.

The first semi-public announcement
by the coal operators in connection with
the close of the strike conveys the pleas
ing intimation that the price of coal
must come down at once, and that il
the dealers persist in maintaining the
exorbitaut rate, the operators will take
measures to distribute it themselves.
But this circular has snapper on it, to
the effect that owing to the increased
cost of mining caused by the strike, the
price will be advanced fifty cents per ton,
until Jan. LIST. And it is reasonably safe
to prophesy that the fifty cents advance,
like Poe's soul from out the ravens
shadow, shall be lifted nevermore.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
BRON.

A. NJ. Richardson was at home over
Sunday this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ernest Sturtevant of Dix
field are at Mrs. j. ID. Sturtevant's for
a few days.
Mrs. J. d. Sturtevant returned home
from Dixtield Wednesday.
Mrs. II. A. Cushman is visiting friends
in Auburn this week.
We have had no report from the Har-
vest Home Festival last week but hear
that one hundred dollars were cleared.
There was no district school Wednes-
day as the teacher attended Grange Fair
at West Minot.
Miss Martha Pratt went to South Paris
Sunday to see her brother, Capt. Gus
tavus Pratt.
There was a pleasant little wedding at
Rev. S. d. Richardson's Sunday morn
ing. The contracting parties were Chas.
w. Verrill of West Minot and Miss Hes
ter Adeline Phillips of East Hebron. In
1880 Mr.. Richardson married Mr.. and
Mrs. Baker Phillips, parents of the
bride.
Mrs. Henry Muzzy of South Paris has
been at W. A. Bartlett's for few days.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
RR0WNElEln

The funeral of Mrs. j. M. Linscott
whose remains were brought from Bos.
ton to be inferred in the Brownfeld
cemetery, was conducted by Rev. Mr..
Clough at the Congregational church.
She was formerly resident of Brown.
field. Shs was about 81 years old and
leaves many friends to mourn her loss.
Mr.. l. NJ. Linscott has moved on to his
new farm, the George Blake farm.
Mr.. Wesley johnson has purchased
the Central House and taken possession.
Mr.. and Mrs. GOWN and Mr.. and Mrs
Mason of Saco were guests this week OF
Mr.. and Mrs. John Mcdonald.
It is quite sickly in town, many suffer
ing with bad colds.
Mrs. Lizzie Hatch is quite sick with
pneumonia.
]. L. Frink is on the sick list.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28

The Maine Grand Lodge of Odd Eel
lows held its annual meeting in Augusta
last week. The reports show gain of
203 members. The order now numbers
in subordinate branch, 81, Isl, with avail
able assets of s761, S24.3l, gain of more
than sci 900, which numerically and
financially, is the largest exhibit ever
shown. The following are the grand
officers elected:
Grand Master-Leon r. Higgins, Brewer.
Deputy Grand Master-W. b. Littefeld.
North Berwick.
Grand warden-Leon +. Merrill. Solon-
Grand Secretary-R- G. Dyer, Portland.
Grand Treasurer-w. E. Plummer. Portland.
Grand Representative-w. w. Cutter. West
brook.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
Tnn1uA ReadiuR.

According to the disciples Of linguis-
tology or the science Of tongue read
ing, It is a demonstrated fact that a
big tongue indicates discrimination; a
long and broad tongue, garrulity and
generosity; narrow tongue. concen.
tration and talent; q short, broad
tongue, garrulity and untruth. The
man with q very short and narrow
tongue Is q liar Of true artistic merit.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
Can1hf Naming.

Uncle-Dear me, Carl, what a pool
memory you have!
Nephew-A poor memory. you say
Why. l can repeat four pages Of thu
names in the directory after reading
them through only once!
Uncle-lll bet you hamper of cham
payne that you can't do 1t.
The nephew sends for directory
attentively peruses four pages ant
shuts up the book.
Uncle-Welli
Nephew-Muller. Muller. Muller, etc.
ad infinltum.
All the four pages Of the directory
being taken up with this familiar pa
tronymic. our student won bis bet II
fine style.-From the German.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
OXFORD.

Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Parrot are visit
ing friends here.
Bertha Hazen and Florence Haye.
were admitted by confession Of faith to
the Congregationalist church Sunday
Oct. 10.
Married, Oct. Esd, in Oxford, at noon
at the residence of C. S. Hayes, by Rev
Frederic Newport, DR.. Ernest Lockwood
Hall OF Augusta, and Miss Florence
Sydney Hayes of Oxford. A reception
was given from one until two o'clock
Ice cream and cake were served.
Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. Austin and chile
of Portland are visiting friends here.
Geo. Blake is at home.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
NORTH PARIS.

West Paris Grange is to have some
new furniture in the near future.
Will Hammond has taken Ed Richard
son to care for. He had an auction anC
sold off the furniture Wednesday after
noon of last week at the Richardson
homestead.
Mr.. b. F. Nevers has gone to Sweder
on visit for few days.
Mr.. A. d. Andrews went to Boston or
the excursion of Sept. 20.
Mrs. Lorana Adams visited at b. X
DOw's last week.
Mrs. Cora Nevers shot a large hawl
recently.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
EAST BETHEL.

A hard freeze Saturday morning fol
lowed by a thunder shower Sunday
night, with a good deal of lightning and
a heavy fall of rain, was quite phenome-
nal for the middle of October.
Mrs. F. B. Howe, Mrs. Fl. E. Bartlett
and Mr.. and Mrs. l. l. Young visited
relatives in Massachusetts, the past week.
Mr.. VIM. +. Swan from Lynn, Mass,
visited here last week. He had the body
of his son. Robbie, removed from the
cemetery here and has taken it to the
home cemetery in Lynn.
A Halloween entertainment will be
given by Mr.. and Mrs. F. j. Russell.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
GOES LIKE HOT CAKES.

1.-THE fastest selling article I have in
my store" writes druggist C. T. Smith,
of Davis, KY, sis DR.. Kings New Dis.
covery for Consumption, Coughs and
Colds, because 1t always cures. In my
six years Of sales 1t has never failed. l
have known it to save sufferers from
Throat and Lung diseases, who could
get no help from doctors or any other
remedy" Mothers rely on 1t, best
physicians prescribe 1t, and F. A. Shurt-
left & Co., South Paris; Noyes Drug
Store, Norway; guarantee satisfaction
or refund price. Trial bottles free. Reg.
sizes 800. and 11.00.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS,

II You are Farmer and Have One Cent.
Hot Water Bottles.
Herb Lotion.
AriOn Yarns.
Save Your Sight.
Maine Typewriter Exchange.
Before You Buy Piano.
once More Those Special Low Prices.
Probate Notices.
Notices Of Appointment.
Galvanized Wash Tubs IS cents.
Miss Matte /. Richards.
Horses.
Still Doing Business.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
Like All Gossip.

Mrs. Abel-How Mrs. Cutie did run
on about the Perkinses! have no pa
thence with a woman who talks so
about other folks.
Mrs. Cain-Neither have l. It's per-
fectly disgusting! But what Mrs. Cut.
tie said about the Perkinses was aw'
fully Observation-Disclosures Times.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
WEST BljCKElEID.

Minnie Ellwood was at home Sunday
Montelle Bradbury and Miss Isabel
Kershon were at Thomas Bradbury's
Sunday.
Thomas Bradbury is up country cut
ting Christmas trees for the Boston
market.
Mrs. Dan Emery and daughter were al
Mrs. Bonney's Sunday.
Calvin Bisbee from Waterford has
been in town visiting relatives.
Calvin Abbott from Milton Plantation
has been visiting relatives here.
Gertrude Bonney has gone to Bath on
q visit.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
An August Month.

"Do you believe in the superstition
that June Is Il lucky month In which to
get married.
"Why, no." dissented Mrs. Porque
Pacaue Of Chicago declsively. August
ia my favorite month"
ION what do you base your beliefs?
"Well, you see. do all my marrying
In that month, and the divorce courts
give alimony and counsel fees every
time."-Baltimore Herald.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
COMING EVENTS.

Oct. %, 30.-Annual meeting oxford Uniyer-
salist Association, South Paris
Nov. 4.-Oxford Pomona Grange, West Minot-
Nov. 4. 5, 6.-Annual meeting of Maine state
Pathological Society, Pennington.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
SUMNER

Nettie Morrill,, who has been working
in Peru, has returned home.
Mrs. Julia Bowker visited her daugh.
ter, Mrs. E. z. Roberts, recently.
j. r. Dyer, of Rumford Falls, is visit.
ing his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. G. F.
Dyer.
Mrs. Thankful Roberts is quite sick al
this writing.
Jerry Bracket of Auburn visited al
w. E. Bowker's last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Torrey and lady
friend, and Mr.. Shaw of Brockton
Mass, are stopping at G. F. Dyer's.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
What a Man Thinks.

"When man of twenty considers a
woman, he thinks Of her beauty. but
at thirty be thinks of her loquacity."
"What does he think at forty?"
"Oh, he thinks only Of himself BY
that time."-Indianapol News.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
A Mania Word.

The greatest liar on earth tells the
truth to his doctor. The most truthful
man alive Is tempted to lie to the az.
ssssor.-Ssn Francisco Bulletin.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28

We sometimes despise mans greed
mess for taking, because he had the
first chance, what we had intended for
Observation-Disclosures Times.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28

Terms :-sl.5O year II paid strictly In advance.
Otherwise t2o0 year. Single copies cents.
ADVERTISEMENTS; - All legal advertisements
are given three consecutive Insertions for 81 80
per Inch In length Of column. Special contracts
made with local. transient and yearly advertis-
ers.
jos PAINTING New type. fast presses, steam
power, experienced workmn and low prices
combine to make this department Of our busi-
ness complete and popular.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
Maine Typewriter Exchange

"'"'''O tJHS"'' wv
Use tells the story. We recon-
mend buyers Of Typewriters to
purchase a secondhand machine.
Whyi The Second Hand Machine
wears as we'll as a new. Slightly
used machines bought without
thought and exchanged for within
are our goods. We sell on long
time, on short time or for cash,
guarantee our machines as repre-
sented and satisfy our customers.
This week we offer two hundred
dollar standard machines at a bar
gain. If you buy we show you how
to use them also. Our trades:
Nearly new Smith-Premier, the
self-cleaning writer - cost $Ioo
sells for $50. 4 Caligraphs, good as
new, $40, $ss, $24, S25. Each
machine has a fresh ribbon, new
platen and rollers and is first-class
in every way.
Maine typewriter Exchange,
% Canal Street,
RUMFORD FALLS, MAINE.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
WAN ID

Four men 10 chop cord wood near South Parii
Village. Winters work.
SOUTH PARIS LUMBER co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1902-10-28
NOTICE.
NOTICE.

NOTICE.
The subscriber hereby gives notice that she has
| been duly appointed executrix Of the last will
and testament of
W. SCOTT CHASE, late Of DixGeld.
| In the County of oxford, deceased, and given
| bonds as the law directs. All persons having
demands against the estate Of said deceased
and all indebted thereto are requested to make
payment Immediately.
Oct 21st, 1902 VIOLA n. CHASE.
Evening star., 1902-09-15
A "Hello" Girl Wins on Promntness

From the New York World
Ahother telephone girl has won n rich
prize IN the matrimonial series. This time
fortune did not lie in a sweet voice nor IN n
hquid telephonic laugh. The suitor was
attracted and transformed into a bushap "a
py the magic of promptness and accuracy.
he never had to call twice, never experi-
ehceo hello" wait and was never ar
iiicted with the wrong number. Along the
line where his interests were so well served
mis- affections Were not slow to follow.
Although this little romance of the con-
Versational exchange happened I'm Iowa tbs
moral is not local. 1t is matter for long
distance transmission and reflection No
cent raf' is outside the circuit to which II
may be applied. " ~
Carrying into domestic life the cbarsc-
teristics which made her career at the teIe-
phone notable. the Iowa bride NAV he pN-
pected to insure her husbands cons,an,
happiness by having dinner ready ar TIA
moment. never keeping the theater car-
riage waiting and always knowing wi,hort
asking whether her hat is on straight or
not. y.
A soft voice at the telephone may .,,-,,
away wrath. bnt promptness and ac3urarv
are also star performers on the wire
Evening star., 1902-09-15

hasten its introduction, for even among
the Latin races in the second generation
it creates a good type of Cathollc> Inc
generation of Italian children that are
growing up under the influence or the
church in our American cities will be I'm
measurably better Catholics than their
parents were. We have nothing to fear
from the introduction of the American sys-
tenn except we refuse to participate IN II,
and SO set ourselves over against II as 10
thwart it's good purposes. 1t Is admltteu
on all sides that the strictest Importantly
rules the present administration, ana only
a short-sighted antagonism can Illustrate
its determination to do the fullest justice.
Such an antagonism is In no sense IN ac-
cord with the policy of the holy father, but
in direct opposition to it. From the very IN
ception of the negotiations on the Phllip-
pine question the attitude OF Rome was
conciliating. The holy father approached
the question in broad-mlnoed spirit.
Rome knows very well that the church of
people to do its best work must be in har-
mony with the best aspirations of the peo-
pie If 1t be foreign and antagonistic
element it never will succeed In doing Its
work among the people, or of perpetuating
its influence in a nation.
There is no manner of doubt as to the
attitude of the holy father toward the
Spanish friars 1t is the policy of volun-
tary elimination. We have the most pro-
found respect for the heroism and devo-
ton of the Spanish missionary. His record
of bravery and self-sacrif1ce during the
last three centuries is one Of the brightest
chapters of history. 1t is his work that has
given Spain the worldwide dominion she
the conquered people that has perpetuated
this power of the present day. But in order
to get the proper perspective let US place
the matter in another light.
Evening star., 1902-09-15

Munyo2's Homeopathic Home Remedies are the
surest safeguards against disease II they not
In the house they should be bought and kept on
hand. In oase of sudden development Of the
symptoms "r any trouble the proper cure for that
trouble Slc;.ld Immediately be obtained at the
druggists.
For indigestion and dyspepsia take Munyon s
Dyspepsia Crrc. For headache from heat, or
caused by nervousness or prostration, take Mum
vons Headache Cure-lt will cure in three minutes.
For bioIsness jaundlce and liver troubles Nun
yon's Liver Cure affords quick and permanent
relief For disorders of the blood, and eruptions
that chiefly annoying in summer take Nun
yon's Blood Cure. Munyon's rheumatism Cure Is
felt usually in one to three hours and in few
days entirely.
Munyon's Pile Ointment speedily and positively
cures all forms Of piles and is especially ecacious
in slleyiatins the pain intensified during hot
weather. II you subject 10 coIics, cramps and
diarrh2cL always be fortified with Munyon's D. d.
ind c. cure. Munyon's Constipation Cure has re-
leved thousands OF the most obstinate cases where
everything else has failed
separate cure for each disease; at all drug
gists. 2Jr'. a vial. aus -m,tf
Evening star., 1902-09-15

when he should awake the next morning,
be astonished. but before luncheon he would
be busily engaged in some business enter
prise, SO readily does he adapt himself TO
circumstances. In every instance he knows
how to take care Of himelf, but perhaps the
real escret Of his success is that he knows
how to make the most of his opportunities.
An American student usually realizes
that education is the stepping stone TO
achievement. He studies with the eXpec-
tation of fitting himself for the profession
occupation he is ultimately to enter. He
makes the most Of himself as a student.
that he may be able to make the most of
himself in his chosen career.
All through his course Of study this idea
is instiIled into his mind. and the conSe
quence is that he leaves his college or uni
versity well prepared to enter upon lifes
activities. He Is sure Of himself.
/ may also add that the schools OF the
United States. both public and collegiate,
are the crowning glory of this young and
great republic. No words can bestow upon
them too high praise. No estimate can be
put upon the good which they are accom-
plishing in training young women as well
as young men for future usefulness. Sys-
tematic education is reaching its highest
form in this country. Its results are so
practical that the country cannot help but
advance.
The intelligence Of the average American
Is worthy of note. This, l take it, is due in
large measure not only to the excellent
schools. but also to the innumerable news
papers and other publications. have found,
in all parts Of the country. that In every
town of any size there is published daily
paper. and that the metropolitan publica-
tions circulate in the homes Of the most re-
mote corners Of the land.
The ability to seize his opportunities,
which is characteristic Of the American. is
seen in the business enterprises of the
country. Its industrial machinery is ad-
justed to the production Of its wealth on
scale of unprecedented magnitude.
This is a valuable condition. American
brains and American capital are reaching
out to control the markets Of the world,
and. with good reason. other nations are
watching the efforts with keen interest.
China Is but awakening to lite vast possi-
bilities. and more and more will she well
come the American merchant and American
commerce within her borders. American
enterprise Is now building q railway from
Hankow to Canton. and no doubt, other
roads will soon be building. China's rivers
ana hArboyS are 20 be improved, and there
Evening star., 1902-09-15

course he spoke Of McKinley's devotion to
duty and his exemplary habits both in pub
lie and private life.
At the Vermont Avenue Church the pas
tor, Rev. Frederick d. Power, made refer
ence to the tragedy at Buffalo and spoke of
the character of the martyr President. He
quoted the words of the old Emperor Will
liam of Germany, at the time of the as
sassination of the Gar of Russia: II we
do not change the direction of our policy;
If we do not think seriously of giving sound
instruction to youth; if We do not give the
first place to religion: If We eonly pretend to
govern by eXpedients from day to day, our
thrones Will be overturned and society Will
become a prey to the most terrible events.
We have no more time to lose"
when we think of the tragedy of one
year ago." said DR.. Power, when we re
member that in less than two score years
three of the best beloved Presidents of our
nation have been done to Death by the as
sassin, we may well speak the same word
of warning for the republic
DR.. Power praised the character Of the
late President as an example to the youth
Of the land and spoke of Mr.. Mckinley as
wearing the white flower of a blameless life
DIR. Power also addressed the boys OF the
Reform School in the afternoon where he
held the memorial services one year ago,
and here also he drew lessons from the life
and character of President Mckinley. The
school sang the Presidents hymn.
McKinley's Noble Qualities.
At Mount Vernon NJ. E. Church South
Rev. Forrest ]. Prettyman, the pastor,
made an address on the theme of the day.
He mentioned the sad incidents surrounding
President McKinley's death and spoke in
high praise of his noble qualities. In con-
Guiding his discourse the speaker said:
Il hope to see the day when this whole
country will raise a fitting and lasting
memorial in this capital city to William
Mckinley. 1t should be triple arch at
the Washington end of a bridge spanning
the Potomac One arch should represent
his military career one his craftsmanship
and, crowning both, higher and still nobler,
should stand the third, embodying the home
life of the Christian citizen.-
Special reference to the anniversary of
President McKineys death was also made
at the Second Church Of Christ, Scientist,
at the. morning service yesterday. Previous
to his sermon Mr. Edward E. Norwood,
the reader, spoke feelingly of the martyred
President.