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The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1902-04-30

that show in detail how the State road
tax has been expended, and to what
extent the tax has been exceeded in
the building of permanent roads.
These data apply only to State road
work done under the direction of the
State highway commissioner
A summary of the State by counties
shows that the aggregate highway
mileage is A. S77 miles; five per cent
tax, 1888, 621. 81; received for State
road work, $S7, 564. 10. The various
items of this recapitulation are the
following:
Drainage, miles, As
Cost 80 1876
Foundation, miles, 30 50
Cost 1913, $50. ~
Surfacing and finishing,
miles, 105. 6S
Cost, S74, SOP. 63
Stone culverts, number, 546
Cost, So, 455. OF
Tile culverts, number, 61S
Cost, 81, 1913. 81
Excess of apportionmeont, 337, 204. SO
This excess is of course paid by the
towns, making the total expenditure
for permanent road building for the
year 1901, 1924, 100. 3d. Washington
county paid on the five per cent road
tax, 80, 272. g. and received 81, 575. SO.
1t has ,2S7 miles of road during the
year 1892 rods, or B. 80 miles of founda-
tion have been laid at cost of 50, 6S1.-
81, and 2,315 rods, or 1923 miles, of
surfacing done for which 50, 1884, 90
was paid; $53 93 has been paid for
compacting and finishing; 1878. 80 has
been expended for stone culverts and
Sl61. 80 for tile, making an aggre-
gate expenditure for permanent road
work of 50, 695 so in Washington coun-
ty. Nineteen towns, cities and viii
lagos have spent total sum of
81, 1868 26 in excess of and four towns
1862. 16 less than their apportionment.
Under the efficient administration
of Commissioner Sanford the work
on the roads provided for by the
State has been done in strict conform
ity with the requirements of law.
The State tax has not been used for
repairs, or for roads indifferently
made. And Mr.. Sanford has been
able to secure strict compliance
with the law without friction with
town commissioners He is wise
and tactful man, as well as one of
resolution. He knows by practical
experience what road work is that
meets the conditions under which the
apportionment of State money is
made, and his honesty of purpose and
spirit of Cancellation secures har-
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1902-04-30

a later comparison may be made es-
tablishing the same point. Salem and
Waltham were under license during
the year beginning May 1900, and I'M
der no license during the year begin
ming May 1901 Here is the official
returnn of the arrests for drunkenness
under these conditions;
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1902-04-30
STATE ROAD WORK.

Hon. j. O. Sanford, State highway
has compiled from data
contained in the claims for State aid
that have been sent to- his office by
the town road commissioners tables
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1902-04-30

The Belgian troubles have a pc
culiar phase which has not yet receiv-
ed much notice. At the present time
the Roman Catholics control the gov
eminent of the little kingdom, having
a large majority in both the Senate
and the Chamber Of Deputies Their
members are formally organized as the
Roman Catholic party and they act
as such, and with the direction and
approval of the church in all things.
Consequently the imminent revolu-
ton menaces their supremacy in the
Legislature and in the State. In Italy
the policy of the Vatican has for
thirty years been to refrain from poll
tics. The contention has generally
been made, however, that but for the
Italian government the power of the
Roman Catholics would be so great
that the Church would have no diff
Guilty in ruling. 1t has been ostenta-
tiously assumed, too, that the Church
could dominate secular influences with
popular satisfaction. The experience
of the Roman Catholics of Belgium
and of the Vatican, through its repre-
sentatives, in that nation fails to lend
color to that notion.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1902-04-30

practices have been extensive, Mr.
Roosevelt and Secretary Root are de-
termined to sift the matter to the bot
tom and punish the guilty parties.
The reports were extensively discuss
ed at recent cabinet meeting and the
order above referred to was made
public at the White House as soon as
the meeting adjourned
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1902-04-30
TRUE, AND WE'LL PUT.

The st. Adams Messengers attempt
to belittle the record Of General Nc.
Cullough in the Vermont Senate of
1898 seems to have been unsuccessful
so far as replies from Mccullough S
senatorial colleagues have been re-
ceived by the Free Press. Letters
were sent out by the latter in order to
get at the status of Mccullough in
that body, and the Messenger, realiz-
ing what the replies would mean, at
tempted to forestall the plan by de-
crying the honorable record of the
Bennington man. But the independ-
ence of Nermonters has shown itself
in these replies, not one of which,
from even the strongest supporter of
Proctor, has anything to say against
Mccullough 5 record On the con-
trary, the replies in general have tes-
titled in no stinted praises of McCul-
lough's record as Senator and of his
recognized ability. Barre Times.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1902-04-30

monious working together of the State
and town road officials. Mr. Sanford
has personally inspected the work
done under the State law and has per-
sonal knowledge of the fact that the
towns have done what is set up in
their claims before the order for pay
ment of the claim is passed.
The thing that is wrong about this
matter of the State highway commits
sionership is that man of Mr. San
ford's ability and experience, his spe-
cial fitness for the administration of
the difficult and perplexing duties of
his office, should be obliged to devote
so much time and labor for such a
mere pittance as the State pays.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1902-04-30

The information received by the
Register is to the effect that this
county is substantially unanimous for
Gen j. G.. Mccullough. Had DR..
Webb remained in the field it is doubt
full what this county might have
thought best to do, but after his with
drawal, our voters, who in late years
in all parts of the county have been
disposed to work together, We're very
willing to unite on Gen. Mccullough.
-Middlebury Register.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24
FutUrity Stake.

The Orleans County Fair Association Of
fers the tollOwing Futurity Stake for foals
of 1902, to be raced for at their meeting dur
ing the fall of 1885, as follows:
Every nOminatOr snail pay to the above
named Association in inStalim the sum
of the service fee of the stallion by which the
mare is in toal, to be paio as follows:
10 per cent. of said service fee payable
March 18th, 1902 25 per cent. pa able sep
tember 1st, 1902; 25 per cent. payable Sep
tember 1st, 1903, when colt shall be named; ;
25 per cent. payable September 1st 1904; and
tt final payment of IS per cent. on Septem-
ber 1st, 19 Any nominator can name as
many mares as he sees fit. The whole amount
ters and PAGERS, making two purses and
$lOO0 90 will be added by the Association to
each purse.
Nom1nators paying two or more service
each in its respective class. NOmlnators for
felt amount paid in on failure to pay any in
stalment when due. Above named Associa-
tion reserves the right to declare off said
Stake IN failure to receive satisfactory
number of nominations. Colts sold prior to
said colt. ENTRIES CLOSE SATURDAY,
MARCH 18TH 1902. National rules to govern
except as b. reinafter provided. Mile heats,
best three five to harness. Old distance
rule to apply. HOpples not barred. Any
colt distanc cling the field is entitled to first
money only; balance of field to start as in
new race for remaino er of purse. Purses to
be divided as follows: 1st, so per cent; End
25 per cent; 3rd, Is per cent; 4th, 10 per cent
Entries may be 8ddre ssed to the undersigned
| per cent, on or before Saturday, March 18th
| 1902.
If the above Stake fills satisfactorily, it viii
| be continued each year.
Il D. d. BEAN, Secretary,
| Write for Entry Blanks. Barton, VT
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24

In another column we give sermon
under the head of "Duties of Citizen
ship" which was delivered recently by
Rev. w. G. Johnson of this village.
In it he urges upon the people the
need Of their awakening to a keener
sense Of their duties as citizens. This
is a question which should be care
fully considered by every voter. At
present there are men in every city
and town who are staying away from
the polls because they are disgusted
with the manner in which affairs are
being conducted andiapparently fail
to realize that change for the better
can only be brought about by the
honest, manly citizens coming to the
front and doing their part in over
throwing those who have only their
own personal gain at heart. In every
community there can be found a suffi-
cient number of men of high moral
character who, if they will but accept
and act upon the responsibilities rest
ing with them, can easily direct affairs
of their town or city in such a manner
as to avoid "the muddy waters"
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24

State Highway Commissioner Stan
ford is urging upon the people of the
state the necessity of reelecting their
road commissioners who have rend-
cred efficient service the past year.
This is a matter which should be given
proper consideration by the voters as
it may be the means of saving them
considerable money. The average
road commissioner at the time of his
election has had but little experience
in the work required of him and dur
ing the year will gain much practical
knowledge which will enable him to
do far better work for the town if re-
elected to the office than new officer
would be likely 80 do.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24

Hon. F. w. Baldwin of this town is
receiving very strong support
throughout the state for the Office of
lieutenant governor. That he is en-
inently qualified to fill this position is
recognized by all. His work in the
House and Senate has made him
thoroughly familiar with all legislative
business, he is an excellent presiding
officer and if elected will serve with
credit to himself and to the state.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24
State News Items.
Vermont Spruce the Best.

y. Il. GrlInUn, Un6 DanOy lumueF
king, has recently completed a con-
tract with Julius Breckwold, of Dodge
vile, Herkimer county, n. Y, the
well known manufacturer of sounding
boards and piano supplies, to supply
him with 100000 feet of spruce lum-
Der, the same to be delivered during
the present year. Mr.. Breckwold is
an authority on all kinds of woods,
and finds the Vermont spruce much
superior for his use to that found in
Maine or New Hampshire.
Caledonia County COurl.
In the Caledonia county court last
week the first case was that of state
VS.. Frank P Corcoran, charged with
keeping bucket shop, and occupied
from Tuesday until Friday. Mr..
Corcoran was mansg'r of the Metro
politan Stock Exchange local branch
from January to June, 1900. The
witnesses in the case were for the
most part we'll known business men
who were patrons Of the Office here
for the purpose of trading in stocks
or obtaining quotations on stocks or
produce. Mr.. Corcoran was on the
stand several hours in his own be-
hall. Strong arguments were made
on both sides and the case went to
the jury Friday afternoon, and ver-
dict of not guilty was returned Sat
urday morning. Mr.. Corcoran i'm
mediately returned to Boston, where
he is now employed. The case of
state VS.. N. r. Switser, charged with
furnishing liquor was next taken up
and the examination of witnesses
occupied the remainder of the day
and Saturday forenoon. The case
went to the jury about three o'clock
and verdict of not guilty was re-
urned late in the evening.
Charged With Malpractice.
Probably the most interesting case
to be tried at the March term of Chit
tenden county court which convenes
in Burlington March 9Th, is that of
John S. wilkins, adm, of Burlington,
VS.. w. W. Brock and L. K. Rosselle.
1t is set for trial by the attorney on
both sides. Briefly, the suit is
brought by Mr.. Wilkins to recover
SO 900 for the death of his wife
brought about by the alleged malprac-
tiCe of an osteOpathist DR.. w. w.
Brock, of Montpelier, being the prin-
cipal defendant. The plaintiff alleges
that his wife, Lucy A. wilkins, was i'll
October 1st, 1898, and the defendants
were employed at Montpelier to cure
her. Instead of doing so, MIR. Wilkins
claims they "pulled hauled, wrenched
beat, bruised and i'll treated her.
and "pulled from their natural place
mus uscles, bones, ligaments, anC
nerves." to such an extent that the
women could not stand on her fee
and later died. The defendant, Brock
pleads that be is a graduate OF the
American School of Osteopathy a
Kirksville, Mo-, and that the treat
ment of osteopathy consists in the ap
, plication of mechanical and physica
therapusis, of scientific manipulation
at the hands of the operators or prac
, titioner of such parts of the human
, body as may be in need of treatment
and the proper handling, and the ad
iustment of such tissues of the body
i II Ioo l. =
not pulling, hauling, etc." as alleged
| but treatment necessary under th'
{ science.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24

DIR. w. Seward Webb of Shelburne
is a candidate for the governorship
and has been interviewed on the sub
iect. He says:
81 am in the hands of my friends,
and shall greatly appreciate the high
honor conferred upon me if the peo-
pie of my adopted state elect me to
the office of governor.
at was with considerable reluc-
tance that finally consented to allow
nv name to be used in this connec-
ton, as 1 am not unmindful of the
many unpleasant features of such a
contest. But having once determined
upon my candidacy my friends need
have no fears that my name will be
withdrawn.
"There is absolutely no foundation
for the report that you say is in cir
culation. / am not a party to any
such political combine with any man
or men whomsoever, either tacitly
implied or otherwise, nor have l been
approached with any suggestion OF
intimation of any candidacy. bargain
or obligation. In fact, if l am nomi-
mated and elected governor of Yer
mont, it will be as free and indie
pendent agent, with no tails to the
office, for in my judgement that is the
only way in which the public gooc
can best be subserved."
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24
BUSINESS DIRECTORY.

DIR. 2. Nj. NICHOLS. BARTON, VT
EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT, x-RAY
IL and Electro Therapeutics.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24
General News Items.
Dividend De clared.

J. p. Morgan & Co. distributed a
dividend of $1O,OOO,OOO last week to
the members Of the synd icate formed
to underwrite the United States Steel
corporation. The dividend repre-
sents 5 per cent. of the 5000, 200, 900 for
which the syndicate was liable.
Would Allow HobsOn to Retire.
Last Monday the president sent to
the senate a message recommending
the retirement of Naval Constructor
Richard P. Hobson, and in accordance
with this recommendation Senator
Gallinger Immediately introduced a
bill providing for Mr.. Hobson's trans
fer to the retired list.
Danish Islands.
Last Monday in a little more than
an hours time, the senate in execu-
tive session disposed of the treaty
with Denmark ceding to the United
States for a consideration of S5,000,-
600 the islands of st. Thomas, St..
John and st CroIx, composing the
group of the Antilles known as the
Danish West Indies and lying just
east of Porto Rico and thus, so far as
this country is concerned, consumma
ted a transaction which has been
under consideration internationally
since the administration of President
Lincoln.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24

Thanks to Editor Green of the st.
Albans Messenger for copy of the
''Vermont Review" which contains a
summary of the important events in
the state during the past year.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24

Sixteen persons lost their lives and
about fifty others were injured in a
fire in the Park Avenue Hotel, at
Park avenue, New York, last Saturday
morning.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24

The smallpox is said to be gaining a
hold in this county. Remember that
with this an ounce of prevention is
worth several pounds of cure.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24

ALDRICH REIRDEN,
AWYERS. OFFICES AT BARTON AND
- West Burke, VT. General Law Business.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24

J.N. WEBSTER,
INSURANCE AGENT; MILEAGE BOOKS
L to Rent, Railroad Tickets for sale at cus
rates. Once over the Bank, Barton, Vt.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24
Biggest Blizzard Since 'SS.

What is reported to be the biggest
blizzard since 1888 ragged thorough
New York state the first of the week.
From four to 18 inches of snow fell,
and high wind piled it into huge
drifts, in one instance 25 feet deep.
New York city caught the full force of
the storm. 1t took 1000 men to clear
the streets of snow Ten inches fell
there. Southern New England felt
the blizzard severely. Traffic was de"
layed in all directions.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24
Public Examination for Teachers
Examinations for teachers will be held in
Orleans County as follows:
IraSburg, March II and IS.
West Charleston, March q and 22.
South Troy, March 81 and april 1.
No. CraftSbury, April 2 and 5.
Derby, April 4 and 5.
Barton Landing April tS and 10.

Candidates wishing certificates must pre-
sent to the examiner at the time OF the exam
ipation testimonials Cf good moral character,
and in the case of those who have taught,
testimonials of ability to teach and govern,
signed by some responsible person. This
does not apply to persons under L years of
age who cannot receive certificates.
Teachers must be present at these exsmin-
ations if they wish to secure certificates, as
no private examinations will be given unless
application for the same is made to the
county examiner in writing by director il
the town where the applicant is to teach.
For any more detailed information regard
ing these examinations, address:
EDWARD G. BALDWIN,
COUNTY EXAMINER, BARTON VT,
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24

NJ. NJ. TAPLIN. Auctioneer
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24
ORLEANS COUNTY MONITOR.
PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY
w l. JACOBS,
BARTON, VT.
BARTON. VT.

Terms-wHEN PAID STRICTLY IN ADVANCE
1.5O a Year.
Keep your subscriptions in advance. Re-
NIT by Post Office Order, Registered Letter
or Draft.
Watch the label on your paper to see u
proper credits are made, and keep yor'r sub
soTtptious in 0dUGnce.
In asking for a change of address, always
state where your paper is no'0 sent.
Rates of Advertising made known on ap-
plication. All cuts must have metal body.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1902-02-24
AUCTION.

The undersigned Administrator of the es-
tate of the late Clarence II. Dodge of Lowell
will sell at public auction at his late residence
in Lowell, being about one-half mile north of
Lowell Village on the direct road from Low
ell Village to Westfeld Village, on the 1st
day Of March, A. D. 1902 at 1 o'clock p. m.
sharp, the following articles of personal
property: Fifteen choice COWS selected by
Mr.. Dodge for his dairy with much care, one
horse, buggy double wagon, pleasure har-
ness pair of work harnesses, wheelbarrow,
straw cutter, plow, harrows, moving machine,
horse rake, corn sheller, grindstone, double
sleds, forks, rakes, ladders, chains, canthooks
and other articles too numerous to IN ention,
being the closing out sale of the personal
property of the late G. H. Dodge.
Terms. Cash under SO; above that sum
approved notes.
F. W. BALDWIN, Admin istrator
NJ
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1902-12-18
A PROMINENT CHEMIST
or Louisville, w.,

Has succeeded in perfecting q combi
nation OF Camphor With Essential Oils
80 rs 70 form perfect and remarkal lie
relieving and curing agent for all exter-
nal injuries and pains. The peculiar
feature Of this new remedy and that
which is attracting the attention of the
medical profession and public is its re
markable power OF inducing copious
perspiration, thereby opening the pores
OF the skin aud allowing the camphor
aud Coaling, Soothing Antsephc oils
TO penetrate 10 the source OF the ailment
removing the congestion by drawing out
all fever and inflammation quickly.
This new remedy does not heal by dry
ing, scabbing and deadening the nerve
centers around the source Of the injury,
but on the contrary creates activity,
stimulates the circulation, soothes and
cools the injured nerves, allowing the
wound or pain to be relieved and cuced
quickly without any depressing or bad
after effects.
This remedy is so far superior to the
old fashioned ointments, salyes and lin
lments that 1t is rapidly replaclpg thes,
old time remedies IN every household
II is just what the mother, father ant
children neee every day in their homes
oiiic or shop because of its remarkable
quick relieving and healing powers,
This new product il manufactured by
The Paracsmph Company, of Louisville
KY, and is known as PARAcAMrH, and
we are pleased to inform our reader
that our enterprsing druggists ii. X,
Woods a Co., have made arrangements
to handle Paracamph ip our city,
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1902-12-18
DR.. HENRY RAY
Tells OF Big Vegetables Raised
in North Carolina.

CHARLOTTE, n. c.. Dec. 3, 1902
Editor Press: Seeing in the
PRESS OF last week that Mr.. Car.
din had brought in an enormous
tnrnip that weighed seven pounds
made me think that il might be
possible you would DO surprised
that the odd North State" p-ows
some things besides ringers" and
cotton.
Watermelons and turnips are OF
special interest here. During the
melon season, which lasted from
the middle OF July to Ist of No.
vember, it was not uncommon to
see u load Of melons weighing 50
to 40 pounds each aud many OF
them tipping the scales at 80 or
more. The largest | saw weighed
92t pounds.
mail yon the Daily Observer
aud you will see ia that com.
mcnt on Mscklsnburg turnips.
There has been quite a number of
tnrnips brought ir weighing 10 to
IL pounds. | saw a man with two
about three or four weeks ago one
weighed IL pounds aud the other
measured thirty inches ia cream
ference
| forgot to say in regard to the
melons they sold at cent pound
so | eau not testify as to their
quality.
have managed TO secure a few
Of the smallest sized turnips and
must say that they tasted n little
like Kentucky turnips.
Tobacco is not grown in this
part Of the State. Have seen
few loads OF fairly good corn that
was grown here.
While cotton is the principal
roduct, | am told that where fer
tili,er is judiciously used a fairly
good crop Of wheat may be grown
One steam thrashing outfit was
on exhibition at the county fair.
Will write more when learn
more
Yours truly,
" T. Ray