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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-04-24
ESTATE OF JOHN EDWIN OF Bt r :.
LINGTON

We. the subscribers, having been ap.
pointed by. the Honorable tho Probate
court FOR the district Of Chittenden. COM
the claims and demands OF all persol,
aCh1nst the estate John Edwin. lat.
OF burlington, in said district deceased
and also all claims and demands exhibt, i
In offset thereto and six months from
the day Of the date hereof being allowed
therefore hereby give notice that we " il
attend to the duties OF our appointment
at the late residence of the deceased IN
Fridays Of May and October next, Mt
10 o'clock a. m, on each Of said days
Iatod this 10th day of April 1902
FRANK w. FERRY.
42w3t COmmissitners
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-04-24

Cure the cough and save the life" Dr.
and colds. down to the very verge of con.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-04-24
ESTATE OF PETER SMITH OF BUR.
JINC.TON

STATE OF VERMONT, District CT Chit
tenden, SIS.
The Probate Court for the Distric. Of
Chittenden.
To all persons interested in the estate of
Peter Smith late OF Burlington, in said
district, deceased,
GREETING:
whereas. said Court has assigned Q
5th day of NAV 1909, neat for the ST.
tle,nent of the account Of the executratli;
Of tho last Will and testament Of Pct
Smith, late Of burlington. in sad
district. deceased. and for de
cree OF the residue Of said estate
to the lawful claimants of the same. ana
ordered that public notice thereof be given
TO al persons interested in said estat, lv
publishing this order three weeks succcs.
siVely previous to the day assigned. in tho
I,urlinston. Weekly FREQ Press q new
paner published in said district
Therefore, you are hereby notified to an
pear at the Probate Court Rooms in Bur-
llnRton, Vermont, on the dav assigned
then and there to contest the allowance
of said account II you see cause. ami IL
establish your right as heirs. kgatees ID
lawful claimants of said residue.
Given under my hand, this 18th dav Of
April, 1892
MARCELLUs A. BINGHAM,
a2'W3t. Judge.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-04-24

ways anxious to do what Christ would
have him do. There was no bitterness
In the nursery. From him we learned
how to forget as well as to forgive.
Among all the men have known in
various walks Of life l never knew a
human being who was like him In the
characteristic that he could never bear
grudge against any one. An enemy
might do everything in his power to
destroy him, but my father never struck
back. II he could, he would not only
forgive, but he would 60 any distance
to serve and help an enemy. Among
the many homes have visited as
pastor never entered one where the
parent has so earnestly sought to in
culcate gentleness of rule as he did in
my old home. My father never lifted
hand to strike a blow. yet he ruled
his children with rod stronger than
one made out of iron. 1t was the rod
of love. Ny sisters and myself had
but one fear in reference to his life
We were afraid to do anything wrong
for fear of seeing wounded look pass
| O'oA thC Aiuu loCcs w ulSu " u5 AWAY
reflected the light which shone from
the divine face Of Christ. Family pray
ers were not to us a meaningless for
mality. We felt that our dear fathe
was taking us to the throne Of grace
as Joseph the Good brought his breth
rem into the throneroom of the Egyp
tan king.
Reputation and Character.
Reputation is what the world think
about q man. Character is what h
really is. Reputation may be wrong
Character is an actual fact. Man lool
eth upon the outward appearance; Go
looketh upon the heart. But l hav
sometimes felt that God has made
possible for other eyes, as we'll as hi
own all seeing eye, to look into 4 man
heart The child has the opportunit
and the privilege of looking into tn
parents heart. When q boy lives 70
years by the side of father, he know
what are the ruling principles Of hi
life, its strongest motives and funds
mental beliefs. When l lived at HON
or travelled 81 my fathers side. COZ
4 tlnualIy with film fot. weeks or'month
at time, l formed the conviction Ina
Il 49,
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08
Inquire at NEWS OFFICE.
The Cars Travelling Cow.

The Court OF St Petersburg was re-
Gently very sad over the loss OF an old
and faithful friend In the shape OF the
cars travelling COW.
The benehcent animal was taken 10
Denmark and Leith In 1896. and then
round TO Portsmouth. whence she cross
ed France. She travelled from Cherbourg
90 Montparnasse In the imperial train,
and from the latter terminus was driven
10 the Russian embassy. where she sup
piled milk 20 their imperial majesties and
the baby Olga. A French paper states
This COW always travelled about with
the emperor and empress" She was OF
English race. and highly prized by her
exalted owners. When at the Russian
embassy khe was kept all day I'm the
grassy part of the garden and taken out
20 walk ON the Esphnade des 1nvaiides
Exchange
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08
KEEP THIS FROM MRS NATION


Before you go further resolve to keep
this awful news from Carrie Nation.
Milkman Middaugh's cows have been on
a drunk~st took pace In a Cherry Valley
apple orchard.
They had regular. old-fashioned
Branigan that would have done credit TO
a wake or Bowery mixed. ale party.
II happened Friday and Saturday the
two intoxicated bovinee have all tue
symptoms OF the morning after the night
before" They have hard work to keep
their horns on straight on account OF en-
iarged Uranium.
Here's how the affair happened.
The two cows got into the apple or
chard. The fruit that caused the trouble
In the garden OF Eden lay thick upon the
ground. The cows were tempted and did
eat OF the apples. They eat big ones and
lots OF 'em. They liked the fruit and they
eat some more.
Finally one COW looked at the other.
"whash matter ole girl" she - report
ed 10 have said.
''Noshing mat'o' me-" IL the alleged re-
ply OF the other.
'Letsh 20 home" said the pair--in COW
talk OF course-and they started
Just then Milkmsn Middaugh caught
sight OF his cows. They were staggering
along like old topers after the SD glass
OF beer. They swayed from one side "a
the other and their faces had that pecu-
liar-somewhat beotinc--look Of one pos
sessing a gigantic jag OF Joy.
They did all sorts OF funny stunts .
said Milkman MiddauRh. telling about
the cows. Their antics were just like
those OF n drunken man"
IN r. lucky that the cows gave no min
Saturday or n r. possible some one NIGH
have unconsciousiy assuired a bun tha
would have put him OF her IN bad re
pute. Penn, times.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08
TRANSPORTATION.
LINE

For New York. the South and West.
Steamers Plymouth and connectiout.
In commission A fine orchestra on each-
FROM PROVIDENCE.
Steamers leave Fox Point Wharf every
day in the week, except Saturdays. al
7:4b p. M, due New York Z a. m steamer
PLYMOUTH touches at Newport Sun-
days en- route to New York. leaving there
at 1000 y. IN
FROM NEW YORK.
Steamers leave Pier 1S. n. r., foot OF
Murray st, every day I'm the week except
Sundays. at 600 p. m. due Providence
300 a IN.
For tickets and staterooms apply at Of
fice OF Z. @. Windsor Ticket Agent, cor
ner Weybosset and Custom House streets.
OF on the steamer after 600 p. m.
q. A. GUNDERSoN, AGENT Fox Point
Wharf. Providence.
O. n TAYLOR, General Passenger Agent.
New York
GEO. L. CoNNoR, Passenger Traffic
Manager. New Haven.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08
BEWARE OF oINTMeNTs FOR CA.
TARRH THAT CONTAIN MERCURY

a. snsrcuvy win surely destroy the senss
of smell and completely derange the
whole system when entering II through
the mucous surfaces. Such articles should
never be used except on prescriptIons
from reputable physicians AZ the damage
thsy win do is ten fold to the good Won
can lpossfb1y derive from them HelI,s
cafarrh Cure, manufactured BY r.. 4
Chensv q Co. Toledo. o.. contains no
mercury. and II taken internally, acting
directly upon the blood and mucous sur
faces 81 the system. In buying Halrs
Catarrh Cure be sure you get the eenu-
ine. II n taken internally. and made I'm
Toledo. Ohio. BY y. J. Cheney q Co.
Te~ti1noniale free.
Sold by Drussists price 7sc per bot
uAlrs PANTY PflIs are the best
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

laid down-set In a chair day and night
and had to be drawn from one room to
another. BY my doctor's orders / went
south and staid several months but re-
ceived no benefit. AZ last Brazilian
Balm was recommended to me so highly
I decided TO try IT,. Inside of week I
could sleep In my bed: Now I am out
doors every day, tending to everything,
do not have any Asthma and will soon
resume my old occupation, foreman Of
the Eddy Electric Mig. Co., OF Windsor
Ct. Most gratefully yours, ~
WM. II. WOOD.
Thousands OF doctors prescribe brazilian
Balm In Catarrh, Asthma, Pleurisy and Grippe.
Only thing known that removes all the after
effects Of Grippe In LunRs. Liver Kidneys, Rte.
% cts. and $l.00 bottle at druggists. With the
81 90 bottle You get a months Treatment FRER
OF Toxrcor.A TApLErs. the best Tonic. strength
builder In the world. II. IT, JACKSON Co
Manufaeturins Chemists, indianapolis, md
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08
M EoIcAL.
FOUR DOCTORS FAIL
18 months in a chair.
A Specialist also fails to even relieve
a bad case of Asthma.
The BRAZILIAN BALM instantly re-
Iieves and effects a Radical Cure.
Shaker Station, Ct, Feb. 5, 1899.

Brazilian Balm
has done VIC n
ders for me, after
suffering Q years
with Asthma. I
received no help
from four of our
local physicians,
and a specialist
in Hartford, who
is at the head of
the hospital and
receives all the
critical cases in
the adjoin / n g
counties. For Is
months I never
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR SAr.E-THIS is WHAT foo
want. A 2-family house of Is rooms, stean
heat and every convenience; nearly nsw'
located just of Broad street. lSAAS L.
GOFF Co
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

located just of Broad street. iSAAo L.
GOFF co.
LIFE INSURANCE.. DID. YoU sAYf
Why. we are state agents Tor the Man t
haitian Life Insurance company OF Sw NSw
Go. 6otN Can anu $50
WE ASK THE PEOPLE TO LOOK Al
the number or homes We have pfoViueu
for people OF moderate means Ans
they're really satisfied; that's the pest oi
IF you ARE THINKING ABOUT
buying real state you canpwSs we Svs5,oek sxs yoS or
Your moneys worth. ISAAC L. GoFF
WE ARE CONSTANTLY BUILDING
modern homes to suit the people; LEI
us build you one. We can satisfy YOU
ISAAC L. GoFF co.
FOR sALE-UP-To-DATE COTTAGE
homes. In excellent locations. punt On
hsaGr 70 sast EnrRS Rsopine In OF moaera'e means
GREAT BARGAINS IN REAL Es-
tate at the present time. II VIII pay
ISAAC L. L, aorF Go
1T YOU WANT TO INVEST, WHY
don't you invest in real estate. It's safs
high, dry and level. $50. Terms. 81 down;
X.
FOR sALE-A LARGE S-sToRY, ONE
family house of IA rooms, 10000 SO, II,
ish.Af fsAAc 1. GoFF tS5FiSu CO on ~
FOR sALE-s2eoo is THE PRICE OF
on Corinth street. Call on ISAAC L.
GOFF CO.. real estate brokers. III West
minister street.
FOR sALE-A COTTAGE IN NO.
Providence for $500 caste A good bargain.
ISAAC L. GOFF co.
FOR sALE--JUsT THINK OF IT, A
7-room cottage In good condition, a little
way out of the city. for $1,000. Easy terms
WE HAVE VERY GOOD INVEST
mena property for sale in Pawtucket and
are interested In that location. ISAAC
L. GoFF CO.
FOR sALE-oN THE EAST SIDE.
Brand new. just completed, up-to-date,
one family house. every sconvenienoe.
finished in artistic style. WIN be sold on
easy terms. This is corker. ISAAC
l.. GOFF co.
FOB sAkEA .d. eoTTAsE CO. @ FooMs 90, g
feet from eleotrics. ISAAC L. GOFF Co,
III Westminster street
FOR sALE-A FEW PRETTY COT
tages for sale at Meshantiout Park at
reasonable prices. Fruit trees and fine
surroundlngs. ISAAC L. GoFF CO
FOR sALE-ON CRANSTON STREET.
a 2-famfly house OF Is rooms renting for
$A month. For further particulars see
ISAAC l.. GOFF co.
FOR sALE--A lo-RooM COTTAGE,
with acres OF land, for $500. Located
Just out OF the city. It's No,r opportunity.
ISAAC l., GOFF CO.
FOR sALE-FINE BUILDING LOTS
for $40 We make such easy terms as 81
down; 5Oc. a week. A schoolboy can invest
In these lots ISAAC L. GOFF CO.
WHY NOT INSURE YOURSELF
against accident? We are state agents
for a reliable company, ISAAC L. COFF
CO, Accident and Liability Insurance
Agents.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE.
Isaac L. >Gof Co.. III Westminster Street.

FOR SALE-FINE BUILDING LOTS
In all parts OF the city at reduced prices.
Now IL the time to buy real estate lSAAC
l.. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08
NEW YORK, NEW HAVEN AND
HARTFORD RAILROAD.

A Time Table giving full Information
as TO local and through train service
and stations below:
Train Service From Providence.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

LIFE INSURANCE. DID. YOU SAf
Why. we are state agents for the Man- Nan,
York. Call and see US. ISAAC l.. Gorf
CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

WE ASK THE PEOPLE TO LOOK al
the number or homes We have pfoViaea
for people OF moderate means. Ano
they're really satisfied; that's the best OF
it, ISAAC l.. GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

With M and For he
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE--sooo DOWN SECURES AN
s-room cottage near Broad street, al
modern improvements; a bargain. Cali
on ISAAC l.. GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR SALE-A COTTAGE IN NO
Providence for $500 caste A good bargain
ISAAC l.. GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR SALE-s2eoo is THE PRICE OF
an S-room cottage. with over 1000 SO. n.
on Corinth street. Call on ISAAC Il
GOFF CO.. real estate brokers. III West
minister street
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

WE HAVE VERY GOOD INVEST.
mena property for sale in Pawtucket and
Central Falls that will suit you, II yoe
are interested In that location. ISAAC
l.. GOFF CO
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR SALE-wERE AFTER THE
man who wants to buy a home. We want
and see what a fine home he may own
for little money. ISAAC l.. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE-AsToNIsHIN VALUES
in suburban real estate. Come and see US
about IL Every man should own nttie
rial estate. ISAAC l.. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR SALE-s1oO DOWN is ALL YOU
need to own a brand new cottage In a
growing suburb. The rest you pay for
as rent. ISAAC L. GOFF CO.. III West
Minister street
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE-JUST THINK OF TT A
7-room cottage in good condition, a little
way out OF the city. for $1,000. Easy terms
ISAAC l.. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR SALE-A LARGE 8-sToRY, ONE.
family house of IA rooms, 10000 SO. IT.
centrally located, on reasonable terms
ISAAC l.. GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR SALE-ON THE EAST SIDE.
Brand new, just completed, up-to-date,
one family house. every sconvenienoe.
finished In artistic style. WIN be sold on
easy terms. This is a corker. ISAAC
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

WHY NOT INSURE YOURSELF
against accident? We are state agents
CO. Accident and liability Insurance
Agents.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

IF YOU WANT TO INVEST. WHY
don't you invest in real estate. Its saI ,
and sure. you know *, Lots at Oakhurst,
5Oc. a week. ISAAC l.. GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE-GREAT BARGAINS IN
Modern Homes: finest locations; lowest
prices; easy terms; we can please you.
ISAAC L. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE-A HOUSE OF Il ROOMS
on Broadway, all conveniences. Will De
sold at sacrifice and on easy terms.
ISAAC l.. GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT
buying real state you cann9t overlook w W
I'm Justice to yourself. Wen give ys, yVe
your moneys worth ISAAC l.. GOfb
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

WASHINGTON PARK. THE QUEEN
of Home Centres; see n for yourself:
ISAAC l.. GOFF CO., Real Estate and
General Insurance, III westminster
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE-FINE BUILDING LOTS
for $50. We make such easy terms as 81
down; Soc. week. A sGhoolboy can invest
In these lots. ISAAC L. GOFE CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR SALE-A lO-ROOM COTTAGE,
with acres OF land, for $500. Located
Just out OF the city. It's your opportunity.
ISAAC l.. GOFF co
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

GREAT BARGAINS IN REAL ES.
tate at the present time. II VIII pay
you to look at property we offer for sale
ISAAC l.. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE-A COTTAGE OFFS ROOMS
on the east side for $1600 Located but 60
feet from eleotrics. ISAAC L. GOFF CO.,
III Westminster street
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

YOUR HEALTH AND STRENGTH
depend greatly upon the locality you i've
in. The close and crowded districts near
the centre of the city are unheathy ano
ndesirable. ISAAC l.. GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

WE ARE CONSTANTLY BUILDING
modern homes TO suit the people: lie
US build you one. We can satisfy you
ISAAC L. GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

1T YOU WANT TO SELL YOUR
property quick let us auction It on Tor
you. You'll be satisfied. ISAAC l.. GOrF
CO., AuctioneerS Ill Westminster street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

DON'T FORGET TO CALL ON US. IF
you're looking for property In East Prov
idence. We have some good bargains
there. ISAAC L. GOFF CO.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE-A COTTAGE OF ROOMS
on Anthony avenue with $500 SO. It.. and
renting for s25 a month. Price low
ISAAC L. GOFF CO
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE-UP-To-DATE COTTAGE
homes In excellent locations. built on
honor. to suit people of moderate means
ISAAC L. GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08
Frox, Fall River & Newport Steamboat Co.
PROFESSIONAL CARDS.

MADAME LOUISE and nsimici Gard S''ssaSs's' sssssr
TELLS you how to gain your object In life.
your hearts desire: how TO obtain health.
happiness and prosperity. 2bl Pearl street
Hours--i TO 10 o. IN.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE-A FEW PRETTY COT
tages for sale at Meshantiout Park at
reasonable prices. Fruit trees and fine
surroundings. ISAAC l.. GOFF CO
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

WANTED - FIRST CLASS CAnBOAT,
about q feet long Give name, where seen
and price. Address F-3S. Providence
News.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

A 2-famfly house OF IS rooms renting for
$i4 month. For further particulars see
ISAAC L. GOFF CO
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

WE ARE STILL BUILDING AND
selling modern cottage homes, with all
conveniences, on terms the same as rent
ISAAC L. GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR sALE-A RARE CHANCE TO
secure a home, $50 down. balance same
as rent ISAAC L. GOFF CO. Home
Builders III Westminster street
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

WE DON'T WANT TO BORE YOU.
but II does seem wrong to be continually
money you pay your landlord. ISAAC l..
GOFF co.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A COSY
city, on car line. where you can enjoy
the country breeDes. with city improve
ments? We have II brand TT nsW; rooms
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-09-08

FOR SALE - HOMES ON EASY
terms Enuf said. ISAAC l.. GOFF
CO, Real Estate Developers and Home
Builders III Westminster street
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1902-03-28

two solos sung at the request of the de-
ceased. THE Holy City" sung by II T.
Waller, and THE Plains of Peace" sung
by Miss Louise Coates of Brattleboro. The
public service was at st. Andrew $
church, at which Rev. j. M. Hobbs Off
ciated. The choir of the church was as
sisted by the Brown University male
quartet. The hymns sung were THE
Burial Anthem" Sometime Wen I'm
derstand," Jesus, Lover of My Soul"
and Nearer. My God, to Thee" The
church was not large enough to accom-
modate the people who wished to attend
Many city officials and prominent attor-
neys were present. including City Treas
urer w. l.. Clarke, Alderman w. II. Co
veil, Councilman Grady, Hon. Charles II.
German and Judge Sweetland. The bear
ers were II. r. Waller and Harry Paine,
of the Chi Phi fraternity of Brown, Ed
ward A. Rollins and William II. Covell.
Jr. There were more than so floral tok-
ems including those from the class of
1901 Brown University; Chi Phi frater-
nifty; st. Andrews club; st. Johns Com
mandery; Palestine Temple Shriners
Rogers Williams Lodge, A. F. and A. M.
English High school class of 1897; st. An
drews church, st. Peters church. Man
ton; Mount Pleasant Republican club.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1902-03-28

Another Vermonter born has been
called to a high place in President
Roosevelt's official family. Frank p.
Sargent of Chicago, grand master of
the brotherhood of locomotive fire.
men, who was named Saturday as the
head Of the immigration bureau at
Washington, was born in Orange, Vt,
in 1851. His first occupation after
leaving farm life was that of a pho
tographer. firing of this work he en-
listed in the United States cavalry, and
made a brilliant record during the
Indian uprisings in Arizona. After
being honorably discharged from the
service he began work as engine wiper
on the Southern Pacific railroad, and
was soon promoted to the position of
fireman. Eighteen years ago he Joined
the organization of which he is now
the head, and he was largely in
strumental in building its membership
up to the $4,000 mark. He has made
a study of the effects of immigration
on the wage workers of this country.
and 1t is believed he will be a more
satisfactory commissioner than the
present incumbent, Mr.. Powderly.
Few men in the labor movement stand
higher in the public estimation than
Mr.. Sargent.