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The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
ALL THE NEWS
from Somerset towns.
Hartland.

DIR. Jennie Fuller Is in Portland.
Mrs Carrie Goodwin of st. Adams
was In town, Friday.
Mrs. Anna Osborne was in Pittsfeld
recently.
Mr.. and MIS-. Ord K. Fuller of Liver
more Falls, have been in town the past
week.
George Barker of Corinna was in towR
quite recently on business
Mrs. Thomas Palmer of North Hart
land, died Sunday Oct IL, at the age Of
80 years. A husband and several chill
dren survive her.
Rev. c. II. Johonnett was In Unity
last week to attend the Rockland District
meeting, which was held there.
Lewis Fish was in Newport, last
week, where he was called on business.
Mrs Jennie Schwartz left for Port
land, Friday, to attend the w. c. T. U.
convention held in that place.
Walter Hilton who has had employ
ment In the Linn Wooden Mills, has ac-
cepted position In Fairfield.
Mrs. Lewis Fish was In st. Adams
this week, the guest of Mrs. Stewart II.
Goodwin.
= Mrs. q. T. Wilbur entertained her
Sunday school class at her home, last
Wednesday evening. Dainty refresh
ments were served and very pleasant
evening was spent.
Mrs. Brown of Bangor was in town
the guest of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Leroy Harding on Pittsfleld Avenue.
Mrs. j. S. Page left, Monday, for Bos-
ton to attend the g. f. Convention and
on her return stop at the w. G. T. U.
held In Portland.
The Literary Society held their meet
ing, Friday afternoon, at which occurred
the monthly election of officers. The
following were the officers chosen: Presi
dent, Selden F. Waldron; vice president,
Fred Jackson; secretary, Miss Leila M
Snow; executive committee, Miss Alice
N. Manson, Miss Ethelwin A. Jewett,
john l.. Fish.
Arrangements are being made for q
shooting match to be held, Saturday
Oct. %. At the last shooting match
held saturday, Oct. IL, the highest score
was won by Richard Phillips.
Miss Thena N. Lowe and Bertrand
Lenfest both of Palmyra, were united IL
marriage, Oct. 8, by Rev. T. 5. Ross OF
Newport. Mrs. Lenfest Is we'll known
In Hartland where she has many friends
Mr.. and Mrs. Sylvester Ham of Nortf
Hartland have sold their farm and have
gone to Lew iston where they will re
side. Mr.. and Mrs Ham have man'
friends In Hartland, who will miss then
greatly.
The corn factory at St Albans rur
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23

strengthens the body and gives great
muscular strength and elasticity, so that
the baby's advent is practically painless.
II have been using DR.. Pierce's Fsvorite Pre-
scription, and can say 1t Is Just what you adver-
tise it to be- and can cheerfuliy recommend it,"
writes Mrs. Victor J, Hadn, Of Leonsrdviile,
Riley Co. Kansas. III began taking Just two
months before baby came and was greatly bene-
hted by its use. The doctor who attended me
said did about well any one he had seen
las was sick only about three hours), and also
that your Favorite Prescription was the one
patent medicine which he did have faith In.
ave now have darling baby boy, strong and
healthy, who weighed niue pounds when born
(July 18th During this month he has gained
three and one half pounds"
cFavorite Prescription" makes weak
women strong sick women we'll. Accept
no substitute for the medicine which
works wonders for weak women.
The Peoples Common Sense Medical
Adviser book containing 1908 pages, is
given away. Send IL one-cent stamps
for expense of mailing only, for the book
in paper covers, or 81 stamps for the
volume bound In cloth. Address DR..
r. " Pierce, Buffalo, N. Y.
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
Success

comes only to the man or woman who
is of strong nerve, keen brain, and
boundless energy. To perfect these
qualities in those who lack them we
put up Palmo Tablets, They do the
work, and besides are great for the
kidneys, induce restful sleep, and
make you look and feel years younger.
so cents. Book Free. Address The
S. r. Fell Co., Cleveland, o.
Sold by F. w. BUCKNAM, Druggist.
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
Black well.

Mr.. and Mrs. M. P. WEIGH OF Arson
were the guests Of his parents over
Sunday.
(. o Danforth, who has been poorly,
recently, is much better, now.
John A. Hunnerwell contemplates a
IMP to Boston the coming week.
c. E Veasie of La Junta, Col.
recently called on relatives IN this
vicinity
Miss Elsie Jones, who attends school
at Skowhegan was at home over Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. G. Thompson OF
Hudson. Wisconsin recently visited his
SIS er, Mrs. Elvira Veasey.
Friends and neighbors to the number
oil about FORT gathered at the home OF
Z o Danforth, last Wednesday even
ing to enjoy an old fashioned corn husk-
ing. A fine supper was served and all
those attending report a very enjoyable
occasion.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. G. Thompson OF
Hudson, Wisconsin, Mrs. Anna Tink-
ham, Mrs. Lawrence Pooler OF Madison
and Mr.. Christopher Thompson OF
Augusta were the guests OF Mrs. Eivira
Veasey, Wednesday Of last week M
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23

Poles were put in place ready for the
wires last week to connect Pishon's
Ferry, by telephone with Canaan village.
Several individuals will have it In their
homes.
Frank Fitzgerald has had his house
newly painted white.
Mr.. and Mrs. Walter Shores entertain.
ed quite a company of their young
friends at their new home, one evening
last week, which all highly enjoyed.
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
West Plttsfield.

F. p. Davis returned, Saturday, from
two weeks visit with his daughter,
Mrs. James Pottle.
DIR. Mclaughlin and sister, Mrs. Red
mond of Harmony visited relatives in
this place, recently.
Walter Fairbrother has moved his
family into Sceva Powers house and will
work for Mr.. Powers the coming winter.
Mr.. and Mrs j. M. CULVER of Auburn
visited friends in this place, recently.
Mrs. Phebe and Mrs. Ruby Patten
went to Massaoh usetts, Saturday, for a
visit among their children and other
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
Mercer.

Mrs Ella Field OF Newport is visiting
her daughter, Mrs Mamie Snow.
Mrs. Truman Bigelow went to Lowell,
Mass. last week.
Mr. v Lyle Owens of Belgrade Lakes
spent Sunday in town.
Mrs. P. c. Girdler returned from Oak
land the last of the week.
Mr.. and Mrs. c. X. Allen spent Sun
day in Rome.
A social was held 10 Grange hall last
Thursday evening, which was we'll at
tended. A
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
HOW'S ThiSi

We offer One Hundred Dollars Reward
for any case of Catarrh that cannot be
cured by taking Halls Catarrh Cure.
F. ]. CHENEY & CO., Props,
Toledo, o.
We, the undersigned, having known F. J.
Cheney for the last 10 years, and believe him
perfectly honorable in all business transactions
and THANKFULLY able to carry out any obligations
made by their firm.
West & Truax, Wholesale Druggists, Toledo,
Ohio.
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin, Wholesale, Drug
gists, Toledo, Ohio.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally
acting directly upon the blood and mucous
surfaces of the system. Price 75c per bot
tie. Sold by all Druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best,
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
Forty Years Torture.

To be relieved from disease might we'll
cause gratitude. That is what De-
Wits Witch Hazel Salve did for c.
Haney, Geneva, o. He says: "DeWitt's
Witch Hazel Salve cured me of piles
after had suffered 40 years" Cures
cuts, burns, wounds, skin diseases.
Geo. Z. Sampson.
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
Browns Corner.

A very heavy thunder shower passed
over this place, Sunday night.
Ed Barter lost his left hand by the ac-
cidental discharge of his shot gun. Sun
day night. DR.. Shean was called and
was assisted by Alpha Mason in dressing
the injured limb. Monday afternoon he
was reported suffering greatly.
The apple crop in this vicinity is small
and the most of them have been picked.
Quite number of the farmers here
have sold their sheep
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23

Customer-"Have you anything that is good
for falling hairY" Facetious Clerk-'How
would a waste basket do2"
Summer Engagement.-"wAs their en-
They both married somebody else"
Quite LikeIy.-Little willie-"Pa, who WAS
1t said Dead men tell no talesH" Pa-"Some
automobile Hend, probably"
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
North Madison.

The next meeting of Golden Glow
Branch |. S. S. will be held at the home
OF the president, Mrs Mae L. Bickwell,
Tuesday evening, Oct. 2S. at which time
there will be small sale and the |. S. S.
quilt will be disposed Of All interested
are cordially invited. Members are re-
quesied TO bring cake.
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
ST. Adams.

F. M. Wilkins, Wilson Bigelow, ].
s. Parkman and Sullivan Johnson
attended the Grand Army Encampment
at Washington.
Timothy Hopkins is very sick and
his recovery is doubtful.
]. L. Palmer and Charles Ross are
having wind mills erected.
Mrs. Annie Vining has gone to Port
land and Boston on visit.
Merton Davis and Bertha Seekins
were married and held their reception,
Saturday evening, at his sisters. MIS-,
James Towle in Pittsfield.
A number of ST. Adams CHANGERS at
tended the pomona meeting at Cam
bridge. the I4th. Only four OF the
pomona officers were present The
Master of Cambridge grange acted as
Master. A nice dinner was served and
III were instructed in the 5th degree.
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23
THE FIRST STEP

OF the child is an event in the mothers
life How proud she feels when the
attempt to walk is begun so early as to
evidence childish courage and sturdy
strength. Such pride should be enjoyed
by every mother But it often happens
The Somerset reporter., 1902-10-23

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that the child is til
weak and deficient
vitality, and clings &c
mothers arms with
desire to walk or pla
Mothers should i
that to have strong
dren they must tt,
selves be strong, for
child's strength is
the gift of the :.
mother. I
The use of DR..
Pierce's Favorite
Prescription by
expectant mothers
gives them health
and strength to !
give h ir chill [
dren. It nour-
ishes the nerves,
Evening star., 1902-03-17
Workingmen's Club Entertained.

An interested audience filled the parIors
of the Workingmen's Club to their utmost
capacity Friday evening, a special program
having been arranged for the enjoyment of
the members and their friends. The com
mittee in charge was composed of Mr. Pat
rick INLAND. who acted as chairman: Mr.
Walter kidwell, Mr.. James Cadv Mr..
George Garvey and Mr. William Leary Mr..
George w. Salter secretary of the club.
rendered valuable aid toward king the
evening pleasant one. The Peyton String
Maude Walcott Of 1897 14th street, opened
the evening with fine selections of classical
and popular music. The numbers were
heartily encored
Prof Littell gave an illustrated lecture on
his travels through the Philippines the
CHINA sea. Indian ocean ana Australia down
10 the Island of Sumatra. About the time
that he reached Sumatra he said, the
eclipse of the sun occurred. and he was for
tnnate In getting a magnificent photogra oh
of ''Old SOL when the orb was in mourning.
Prof Littell had large collection of views
He was assisted by DIR. Thos j. Jones'
who operated the lantern
Mr.. Thos j. TrOdden jr.. favored those
present with extremely comical Jokes and
witty sayings, and also rendered a vocal
solo, which was encOred. Mr. Richard Slat-
ter accompanied him the piano Mr..
William Barnes amused the audience with
comical selections on the violin. Mr. j. W.
ner, and was applauded heartily.
The closing number on the program was a
vocal solo by Mr.. Patrick INLAND, and SUBJ
sequenty oysters were served.
Evening star., 1902-03-17
TRACT soCIETY's WORK.
Reports Submitted at Meeting Held
Yesterday Afternoon.


The work accomplished by the American
Tract Society in printing and circulating the
Bible was ably and eloquently presented at
the meeting held yesterday at st. John s
Protestant Episcopal Church. Rev. Judson
Swift, the field secretary. was present, and
made an address. while the sermon was
delivered by Rev. DR.. Mackay Smith, the
rector OF the church.
The secretary stated that thirty-seveh
new publications had been added during
the year, twenty In English, and others
in German. Spanish, Italian and Dutch.
The whole number of distinct publica-
tions issued by the society since it's or
ganiZation reached a grand total OF 1885,
while the entire number Of publications
for the past twenty-Seven years, issued
from the home office, including volumes.
tracts and periodicals, amounted to nearly
lions of tracts and volumes issued at mis-
sionary stations in foreign lands. The
number Of periodicals circulated during the
past twelve months was 2.G32. 400. Since the
organization of colportage, siXty-one years
ago. over 15.O00.OOO family visits have been
made, and 1850 900 volumes distributed. In
over SO0O,O0O families prayer was offered
or conversation held on the subject of per-
sonal faith in Christ.
During and since the Spanish war $685.
$40 pages of Christian literature in the
Spanish language have been distributed in
the island possessions. and in other Span
ish-Speaking countries 5,66O, ,925, making a
total Of $500, ,445 pages issued in the Span
fSh language. Pages numbering 10. 1899
have been also given to the army and navy
during the same period.
Evening star., 1902-03-17
FRENCH OPERA COMPANY.
Two Fine Performances Saturday,
"Les Huguenots' Tonight.

Two excellent performances were given
Saturday by NJ Breton's French Grand
Opera Company at the Lafayette Square
Opera House. In the afternoon Rossinis
william Tell was sung. and at night
Ponchiellis La Gaconda." Rossinfs great
work was given In a manner which was in
every way adequate. The cast included
Due, Bouxmann. Ocellier Laya and Cham
bellan. all of whom sustained their roles in
the most satisfactory manner. The ap-
plause was liberal, and the great trio at the
close of the second act excited such enthu-
siasm that it had to tbe repeated. The work
OF chorus and orchestra was also excep-
tionaliy good, and 1.-THE last movement of
the overture was repeated in obedience to
the emphatic demand Of the audience. The
opera is a long one, and the fifth act was
not given.
In the evening La Giaconda' introduced
two singers who had not been previously
heard, viz, Nine FeOdor and Mr.. Hender-
son. the former in the title role and the lat
ter as EMO. Both made an excellent i'm
preston. Nine Feof1or has a well-trained
soprano voice. the middle and upper regis
ters of which are @delightfully pure and
true. She has fine dramatic power, and
brought out all the possibilities of the part.
Mr.. Henderspn's lyric tenor was heard to
peculiar advantage. 1t has a sympathetic
quality is powerful and flexible. He uses
it with rare discretion and sings with the
utmost ease. He Is the only American in
the company, and yet he is fully equal in
point Of musical temperament and ability
as an actor to any of his associates. In
some respects this opera was the best of
the series. In addition to the two singers
already named 1t presented contralto.
Nine. Berat who sang the part of the blind
mother and in her first solo showed
breadth of tone and dignity of phrasing
that elected the most positive applause.
Villette and Bohxmann were also in the
cast. and of course were all that could be
desired. the former sustaining the difficult
role of the spy with fine effect both as to
his singing and acting.
The chorus and orchestra both did excel
lent work, and the quintet and chorus
which form the finale of the third act were
given with such thrilling effect that a rene
ttion demanded.
Such an impression has this company made
that arrangement has been made for
an extra performance tonight. at which
Meyerbeers great opera Les Huguenots"
will be presented. The cast will include
NM. Due, Bouxmann, Ocillier Paz Vii
lette, Mines. Feodor. Laya and Chambellan
This work has not been given here in sew
eral years. 1t requires a great cast and a
great chorus. both Of which NJ. Bretons
company possesses. and splendid perform
ance may be anticipated
Evening star., 1902-03-17
Not a Pressing Necessity.

The District Commissioners recently re-
ceived from the Northeast Suburban Citi-
zens Association petition requesting the
extension, grading and macadamizing of
Frankfort street, Langdon. Assistant En-
gineer Richards has reported that the esti-
mated cost is S10JOO He says the extern
sion of Frankfort street is on very ia
yorable line for a railroad crossing as the
railroad is In deep cut at this point and
easy approaches can be made to the via
duct. This Improvement. MIR. Richards
says. Will be very necessary one ut some
future time, but he does not think that The
present needs require the expenditure of
So much money for connecting link be-
tween Langdon and Avelon Heights He
recommended that no action be taken look
ing 10 such an Improvement at the present
time.
Evening star., 1902-03-17
CITY AND DISTRICT.
Reverts to Original Owners.

The Commissioners Of the District have
received letter from Lafayette c. Loomis
of Winthrop Heights requesting informa-
tion in regard to the proposed abandonment
and closing of the Queens Chapel road
from I'D to Frankfort streets. He asked
whether land used as part of estate
could revert TO any other party but the
original owner, even though he had given
It, NJ. Loomis Is the present owner of a
part of the old Queen estate along this
road. He wishes 20 know whether his legal
rights hold good to all the land taken or
used as a highway upon its abandonment
highway. Assistant Engineer William
p. Richards has recommended that the
writer be informed that in the abandon
meHt of any highway in the county the Dis
trlct Is unable TO pass title of the bed of
the road to any individual. but that the
land reverts TO the original owners, their
heirs assigns.
Evening star., 1902-03-17
THE MILITARY SURGEONS.
National Association to Meet in Wash
inpton Next June.


The Association of Military Surgeons of
the United States will hold it's eleventh an
nual meeting in Washington next June.
This national organization is composed OF
medical officers of the army, navy, National
Guard and the Marine Hospital service of
the United States, in which service are
many Of the most celebrated and distin-
guished men of the country. The fourth
annual meeting was held in this city in
1894. The meeting was opened by Presi-
ton Of all classes of scientific and public
men here in the national capital.
The founder of the association was Sur
geon General Nicholas Sem of Illinois. He
tional reputation as an eminent surgeon.
The president of the association is Colonel
John Van r. Hoff. distinguished army
surgeon on duty in this city. The commit
are: Major George Henderson, surgeon
general D. c. N. G., chairman: Major r.
P. Reynolds, surgeon. United States volun-
teers. secretary: Lieutenant c. R. Luce,
surgeon, d. c. N. G., assistant secretary;
Major Louis A. La Garde, surgeon, United
States army; Major w. c. Borden. sur
geon. United States army; Surgeon S. H.
Dickson United States navy; Captain E.
L. Munson. assistant surgeon, United
States army: Surgeon L. L. Williams,
United States Marine Hospital service: DR..
Wallace Neff late surgeon, United States
volunteers: Dr. George NJ. Kober, late sur
geon. United States volunteers; DR.. ]. Ford
Thompson late surgeon, United States vol
unteers: DR.. II. A. Robbins, late surgeon,
United States volunteers
This committee met at National Guard
headquarters tStar building), Saturday
evening and outlined their plans for the
work. The New Willard Hotel was Sc
lected social headquarters. Many of the
chairmen of the subcommittee We're an
nounced, and they will complete their or
ganization prior to the next meeting of the
committee to be held in the near future.
Evening star., 1902-03-17
LAST RITES PERFORMED.
Funeral Services Over Remains Of Mrs.
Laura Virginia Royce.

Mrs. Laura Virginia Royce. widow Of
Frederick w. Royce. died at her resi-
dence. The Gladstone r street. at 3:15 a. m.
Saturday last, and funeral services were
held this afternoon at 2 o'clock. the Rev.
Luther B. Wilson, pastor of Foundry
Church. officiating. Mrs. Royce had been
an invalid for the past few years, and
while her death was not unexpected. 1t is
believed to have been hastened by that of
her brother-in-law. Mr.. John L. Durham.
which occurred Wednesday last. his burial
preceding Mrs. Royce's death by but a few
hours
Mrs. Royce was a woman whose gentle
ness and sweetness Of character endeared
her to all who knew her. Her long illness
was borne by her with uncomplaining pa
tience and unwavering courage and her
death was as peaceful as had been her
life. Three children survive Mrs Royce.
Mrs. Joseph 8. Latimer, Frederick D.
Royce and Morgan Royce.
Those who served pallbearers at the
services this afternoon were Messrs. George
II. Evans. Joseph S. Latimer. Fred D.
Royce, Morgan Royce. Harry A. LatimeI
and Lee D. Latimer.
Evening star., 1902-03-17
GEN. FUNSTON SPECIAL GUEST.
Attends Banquet Given by Phi Delta
Theta Alumni Club.

Gen. Frederick Funston was the guest
Saturday evening at the annual banquet at
the Riggs House of the Phi Delta Theta
Alumni Club Of the District. Mr. Isaac r.
Hit, jr. acted as toastmaster. Toasts
were responded to as follows: THE Billy
Goat" Mr.. Sperry S. Pearson: "The Bond
Of Phi Delta Theta. Mr.. Fred H. Austin;
ITO Break the Monotony." Mr. Claude N
Bennett; "Phis in Politics" Representative
Joseph " Graft; THE Ladies'" Mr. Tracy
L. Jeffords and 'The Roll of Honor" Mr..
Milo c. Summers. A number Of college
songs were sung by the members.
Among those present were the following:
Representative James NJ. Griggs Of Georgia,
Representative NJ. r. Patterson of Tennes-
see. Dr. f. NJ. Hasbrouck, w. r. Smucker,
Prof Milton Updegraff. p l.. Hodges. f.
r. Ewell A. r. Skiles, DR.. F. D. Pickford
r. c. Boyle. Walter J. Douglas. Dr. Ran
dolph B. Carmichael. George p Chase.
Fred II. Austin, Claude n Bennett. A. r.
Dyer E. f. Smith. George Z. Rommel r.
p. Barnard. John JOY Edison jr; John p.
Meisenhelder. Warren f. Green. Charles
NJ. Nissen, w. l.. Robinson, Dr. John w.
Shaw. =
Evening star., 1902-03-17
INHALES POISONOUS GAS.
Tailor and His Wife Narrowly Escape
Death.

Barney Schmulovitz and his wife inhaled
gas from a coal fire In their home, at AT
9th street northwest last night and came
near losing their lives. Mr. Schmuloyitz.
who is a tailor was unconscious when
found. about o'clock this morning. and
his wife was also In a serious condition.
The gas had escaped from latrobe in
their room during the night. They at
tracted the attention Of others by their loud
groans. and 1T is to this fact, doubtless.
they owe their lives. Policeman Samson Of
the first precinct was attracted about 4
o'clock this morning by the groans. He
proceeded to make an investigation and
found the occupants Of the room In the
condition stated.
The Emergency Hospital ambulance was
summoned and the tailor and his wife were
taken to the institution, where the physi-
clans soon had them out Of danger
Evening star., 1902-03-17
Death Of Mrs. Gertrude MCCULLOUGH.

Genuine and widespread sorrow has been
caused by the death of Mrs. Gertrude Bald
win Mccullough, which occurred after a
brief illness last Saturday evening at Lau-
rel, Md. The deceased was the wife of Clar-
ence O. Mccullough and the daughter of
Mrs. Dora E. Baldwin and the late Ernest
p. Baldwin. who was at one time an aud
itor Of the Treasury Department She was
the granddaughter Of the late DIR. w. O..
Baldwin Of Washington.
Mrs. Mccullough leaves an infant son.
She was a sister of Miss Blanche A. Bald
win of Laurel and Mr.. w. Ross Baldwin of
New York city.
Rev. A. E. Baker will officiate at the
funeral services to be held at the Laurel
Presbyterian Church at 10 o'clock tomor-
row morning. The interment will be in
Rock Creek cemetery, this city. Mrs. Nc
Cullough will be laid to rest on the date of
the first anniversary Of her marriage.