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Bennington banner and reformer. (Bennington, Vt.) 1903-19??, 1903-01-08
READSBORO


Mrs John Elmer is living with Or
vile Case this winter
Fred L. Whitney and family are Wis
iting relatives in Greenwich, N. Y.
Antonio Zeni has bought fox
hound OF Henry Clulson Of Readsboro
Falls.
Milo Northrup of Cheshire, Mass,
has accepted position as bookkeeper
for Geo Bemis.
Representative W. d. Howe was in
Rutland last night to attend the local
option league banquet.
Mrs c. A. Cook, who has been visit
ing in Higginsport, Ohio, will return
to Readsboro this month.
A prohibition rally is to be held on
Monday evening, January u, in
Music hall with Mrs Callie Howe of
Missouri as speaker.
The sympathy of the community is
extended to Mr. and Mrs Giovanni
Maroni in the death and burial Of
their only child, Ardunio Maroni.
Rev W. E. Plomondon, formerly
pastor of the Catholic church here,
has been appointed pastor of the new
ly organized St Anthony's church of
Burlington.
T. l., Rankin Of Sackets Harbor, N.
Y, has returned and we understand he
is to start up the new ore rooster just
installed at the Davis Mine and De-
veloping Co.'S plant.
The funeral of Mrs Olive Bishop Of
Readsboro Falls was held at her late
residence January ,, Rev Reigel of
Wilmington officiating. Interment at
the Heartwellville cemetery.
The annual meeting Of the Elgin
Creamery Association will be held on
January II, at p. IN. The creamery
has had very prosperous year un-
der the efficient management of j. E.
Faulkner.
Readsboro bids fair to be very pros
porous during the present year. It's
opening finds all its various indus
tries running on full time with large
numbers OF employees. For the in
dustry and thrift along all lines ofim-
provement we need to feel proud. In
unity there is strength and as far as
we are united in our various occupa-
tions, Just so far will we continue to
improve and build up all good work
and know success will attend all eff
forts.
The annual!village meeting was held
Tuesday evening and the following Of
icers were elected President, James
Pike; bailiffs, Frank Crosier, Herbert
l. Stafford, Chas Z. Faulkner; tax
collector, Jas Pike; clerk and treas,
Clifford G. Brown; chief engineer,
Chas +. Faulkner; LIST asst, T. V.
Sprague; 2nd asst, Jerry Faulkner;
auditors, +. W. Banister, b. B.
Wheeler, c. +. Whitney. 1t was voted
to pay the fremen S. each and also 10
buy surety bonds for several of its vii
lage officers.
Bennington banner and reformer. (Bennington, Vt.) 1903-19??, 1903-01-08

Kodol does for the stomach that which it is
unable TO for itself. even when but slightly
disordered or over loaded. kodol supplies
the natural juices for dige ton and does the
work Of the stomach, re aXirg the nervous
tension, while the infamed muscles Of that
organ are lowed to rest aud heal. Kodol
digests what you eat and enab es the stomach
aud digestive organs to transform all food
Into rich. red hood. b. A. Quin an.
Bennington banner and reformer. (Bennington, Vt.) 1903-19??, 1903-01-08
WHOLE FAMILY POISONED.
Mrs. Frank Brown OF Whiting is Dead, Her
Husband and Children H.

Mrs Frank Brown OF whiting is
dead and her young son Dalon, aged
seven years, and Mr. Brown are both in
a very precarious condition, having
been POISONED, 1t is supposed to be a
case of ptomaiDe poisoning in pork
The theory of foul play in the mat
ter is secuted as tie family, who are
among the most prominent 10 towr,
are not believed TO have an enemy in
the world. Mr. Brown, who is the
Rutland agent in Whiting, is one Of
the most popular young men in that
town.
Bennington banner and reformer. (Bennington, Vt.) 1903-19??, 1903-01-08

COMMISSIONERS NOTICE
~ Estate Of BION PIKE.
The undersigned having been appointed by
the Hon. Probate Court for the District Of Ben
nington, COMMISSIONERS, 10 -eceive, exam
inc aud adjust an claims and demands OF all
persons ainst the estate OF Bion Pike late Of
ReadsbOrO iu said District deceased, and all
claims exhibited Ia Offset thereto, hereby give
notice that we viii meet for the purpose af0re
said at GOOdelrS Hotel, on the 2ith day Of Janu-
ary and I'd day Of April next frtm o'clock p.
m. until o'clock p m teach OF said days. and
A. d 1903 is the time limited by said Court for
said creditors topresent their claims for eXamin'
alton and allowance
Dated at Reads horo. this 81 day Of January,
ID 1909
Ar CHASE.
r. W. KEYES,
5OWSs Commissioners.
Bennington banner and reformer. (Bennington, Vt.) 1903-19??, 1903-01-08
Notice.

DR. Carrick, chiropodist, who treats
and cures corns, bunions and ingrow-
ing nails successfully, without pain,
will be at the Putnam House Thursday
and Friday, January 10th and 10th.
Bennington banner and reformer. (Bennington, Vt.) 1903-19??, 1903-01-08
Courhs. cola and OonstlnatIon.

Few people realize when taking cough med
iciues other than Fo ey's Honey and Tar that
they contain Opiates which are constipating,
besides beirg un.afe, particu arly for chit
di en-. FOley's Honey and Tar contains no
Opiatts, Is safe aud sure and will not cons 1
pate. Quinlau's Pharmacy.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
MAY PROVE FATAL
Whe Will Providence People learn
the Importance of it.

Backache is only a simple thing at first.
But when you know It's from the kid
neys;
That serious kidney troubles follow;
That Diabetes. Brights Disease may
be the fatal end
You will gladly profit by the following
experience
Tis the statement OF a Providence cit
izen.
Mrs. d W. Dean of lSo Beacon street.
says: 7 was troubled on and on COR
long time with backache and pains
through my ioins and kidneys. There
were sharp pains in my back n stooned
or attempted 10 lift anything heavy. My
brother had used Doan's Kidney pills
and found them so satisfactory that
decided Co try them n was not long he
fore began 10 see that 7 was getting bet
ter Five boxes relieved me ~ the back
ache and the pains disappeared from
my lolns and Kidneys"
For sale by ali dealers. Price 50 cents.
Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo. y. Y. cole
agents Tor the United states.
Remember the name Doan's and take
no other.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
YOUNG
HUSBAND
A SUICIDE
Osnvsr Bank Clerk COmps|Isd TO
Wed and Break Other En-.
gagem8nt Kills Himself.

Denver Col. July o-Ferdinand p.
Voorhees,, OF the Denver National bank.
killed himself because his bride OF ten
days compelled him 10 break his engage
ment 60 a Denver girl. He met his bride.
who was Miss BESSIE Eyre at the races,
and the acquaintance was cemented by a
dinner. Miss Eyre, who represented her
sell as only 10, threatened the following
day TO have Voorhees, arrested unless he
married her. The couple took up their
residence i'm Denver.
Miss Eyre until her marriage had ap-
peared I'm short skirts Nothing was
STAYED. until the following message was
received
No. 81 Bay View Avenue.
South Norwalk. Conn.
Proprietor Hotel Drexel:
VIII you kindly inform me II Miss Bes-
have not heard from her i'm 10 DAYS and
have sent five letters TO Drexel hotel She
is my daughter and | am very anxious
and worried MRS. j. A. EYRE
Mrs. Voorhees, is i'm a hospital suffering
from nervous prostration.
SUPPOSED TO BE AT SCHOOL.
South Norwalk. Conn, July 9-News of
the marriage OF their daughter BESSIE TO
Ferdinand 4. Voorhees,, a bank clerk OF
Denver, was received by Mr. and Mrs
James A. Eyre Yesterday I'm a Telegram
signed by Mrs. Francisco. Mrs Francisco
is unknown TO the Eyres. Nothing was
sald IN The telegram about the suicide
Bessie ~. Eyre. a pretty brunette. rs
years old, went 10 Denver three weeks
ago with Mr.. and Mrs. Martin. OF this
place, 10 attend business school She
al Norwalk where her parents lived until
recently.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
AN ATTRACTIVE EXCURSION

An opportunity for a long. cool sea
trip will be Afforded next Sunday. when
the first Of the excursions for the season
- Cottage City will be given
This IL the pleaSantest time of year
for excursions and many who have been
awaiting the opportunity 10 again visit
the beautiful island resort will seize this
opportunity.
The big JOY line steamer Larchmont
will take the party and is announced TO
leave the dock near the South Water
street entrance 20 Point street bridge
promptly at nine O'Clock. and weather
continuing favorable. will stop for three
hours az Cottage City This will give the
excurionists an opportunity 10 stretch
their legs ashore and % take In some 81
the sights for which the ocean bound
city rs famous.
The management announces that good
music and plenty of N for the patrons
will be provided and that the dining
room 81 the Tarchmont will bc at its
beet and meals will be served Ia carte
during The trip.
no ensure that the members Of the
party can get 20 their homes should tho
sfeamer be late IN making the dock n
4 announced -tha+-ti4~--- -wtii-hr--rars 70
meet the vessel on its return connecting
With all lines.
these trips 20 Cottage City and there is
without doubt great number who would
nnd this means Of recreation beneficial
after the business worries Of long hot
e.sk In town.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
AMERICANS
H0NORED
BY KING.
Admiral Cotton and His OFFICERS
Presented al Slate Ball in
Honor Of Pres. L0ub9t.

London, July o-King Edward signally
honored the officers Of the American
squadron last night al the state BAH given
at Buckingham palace--the climax OF the
visit Of President Loubet His majesty
formally received Admiral Cotton the
captains OF the American ships and 25 OF
the junior American officers and Queen
Alexandra later gave them the same dis
tinCtion
The ball-the first since the accession
OF King Edward-was a brilliant function.
Zz0 guests being present including Presi-
dent Loubet and his suite practically an
the ambassadors and ministers i'm Lon
don. the majority of the members OF the
royal family, prominent representatives.
OF the nobility and the officers Of the
american and French squadrons now in
British waters.
70 Rear Admiral Cotton the king ex-
pressed his gratihcaton al the visit OF
the squadron, and inquired IL all arrange
ments had been made for the comfort of
the American officers and sailors.
ADMIRAL Cotton replied that he had
iallen among friends, and every care had
Deen taken or himself and the others
Ills majesty had pleasant word 10 say
TO each Of the officers presented
me scene was one OF splendor. which
could not easily be surpassed The
gowns and uniforms were magni6cv1t,
and the display OF Jewels wonderful
Ihe King ana queen led the royal quad
Ille, Whlch opened the ball, and i'm which
participated President Loubet, the Ouch
ess OF DevOnshire and a number Of other
distinguished guests
Before the ball Admiral Cotton. the
American captains and Stan Lieutenant
iiiussey dlned with the Earl OF Stel-
borne. first lord OF the admiralty az
Whitehall. The dinner was attended bv
naval officials. Lady Selborne being the
only woman present
Flag Lieutenant Hussey is resident
OF Rochester. n. Y, and was appointed
10 the Naval academy from New Hamp-
shire in 1855 lamp
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
JEWISH
PETITION
To CAR
President Roosevelt May Confer
With Leading Jews Regarding
Mode Of Further Procedure

Washington July 9..-secretary Hay re.
turned 10 Washington from oyster PAY
yesterday afternoon. looking much i'm
proved in health as a result Of his short
rest at Newport
The secretarys interviews with tho
president were devoted to discussion
OF foreign affairs and on this point II may
be stated the president and his secretary
Of state are in absolute accord upon every
thing that has been done IN connection
with the Jewish petition the Manchuran
issue and other important pending and
open questions. There has been no
change OF plan respecting the Jewish ne
tition so far as the general features are
concerned
The PRESIDENT probably will take ad
vantage of the opportunity afforded bv
the presentation 10 him OF the completed
petition i'm behalf Of the Jews 10 confer
with some Of the leading Jews respecting
the best method for future procedure for
IL is not yet settled how this petition
shall be placed before the car. nor IN
deed just how his attention shall he
drawn officially 90 its existence
Between now and the date Of prcsenta
tion Of the petition, which Is expected 10
he within a week. the state department
will outline n plan, which probably viii
look either 10 the dispatch ~ the origI-
nal petition 20 the United states cm-
bassy az St Petersburg FOR Mr. Riddles
treatment or an inquiry may he made
direct from Washington by cable and
without NJ first dispatching the petition.
as TO whether it viii be received
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
THE WOMAN IN WHITE
BY WILLIAM w. COLLINS.

oughly what / said 20 her She could
| only reply that L was welcome 10 any
| thing she could tell me In return for the
! Kindness | had shown 70 Anne. But she
was not very quick and ready, at the best
OF times In talking TO strangers; she
would beg me 20 put her In the right
way and 20 say where | wished her 10
begin
Knowing from experience that the
plainest narrative attainable from persons
who are not accustomed 10 arrange their
ideas. is the narrative which goes tar
enough back at the beginning TO avoid
all impedments Of retrospection In It's
course / asked Mrs. Clements 10 tell me.
first. what had happened after she had
LEFT Llmmeridge. and so. by watchful
questioning, carried her on from point TO
point tin we reached the period OF Anne's
disappearance.
The substance OF the information which
thus obtained was as follows:
on leaving the farm at Todds Corner
Mrs. Clements and Anne had Travelled
that day, az far as Derby. and had re
mained there a week, on hnne's account.
They had then gone on TO London ana
had hved in the lodging occupied by Mrs.
Clements, at that time. for month or
more when circumstances connected with
the house and the landlord obliged them
TO change their quarters. Annes Terror
Of being discovered In London or its
neighborhood. whenever they ventured 20
walk out had gradually communicated IT.
self 20 Mrs. Clements. ana she had deter
mined on removing 10 one OF the most
out-of the way places in EnRland-to the
town OF GTimsby, in Lincolnshire whore
hcr deceased husband had passed all his
early life. His relatives were respectable
people settled In the town. they had al
ways treated Mrs. Clements with great
kindness. and she thought IL impossible
to do better than go there. and take the
advice Of her husbands friends Ammo
would not hear OF returning 10 her moth
er at Wilmington, because she had been
10 the asylum from that place
and because Sir Percival would be Ger
tain TO go back there and find her again.
There was serious weight in this obiec-
ton. and Mrs. Clements felt that IL was
not 10 be easily removed
(Io BE Contnued.)
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
MARION, MASS.
THE OREYER COTTAGE.

Can accommodate few select boarders.
summer or winter. Modern improve-
ments. Address MISS 4. s. DREYER,
Marion. Mass.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
Ccontinued.)


The address communicated by Mrs.
Todd took me to a lodging house situated
in a respectable street near the Gray s
Inn road.
When I knocked the door was opened
by Mrs. Clements herself. She did not
appear 70 remember me. and asked me
what my business was. / recalled 10 her
our n1eeting in Lmmeridge church yairdh, nai,h
the woman In white. taking special care
10 remind her that l was the person who
assisted Anne Catherick (as Anne had
herself declared) 10 escape the pursuit
from the asylum This was my only claim
10 the confidence OF Mrs Clements. She
remembered the circumstance the mo-
ment spoke of n, and asked me into
the parlor, in the greatest anxiety 10
know II had brought her any news OF
Anne.
whole truth without at the same time,
entering into particulars on the subject
OF the conspiracy. which II would have
been dangerous 10 confde 10 a stranger.
I could only abstain most carefully from
raising any false hopes, and then explain
that the object OF my visit was to dis
cover the persons who were really respon-
.sible for Anne's DISAPPEARANCE. / even
added so as 10 eNonerate myself from
any after-reproach Of my own conscience,
that / entertained not the least hope OF
being able TO trace her: that ! believed
we should never see her alive again. and
that my main interest in the affair was
TO bring 10 punishment two men whom /
suspected TO be concerned in Turing her
away. and al whose hands | and some
dear friends OF mine had suffered a griev-
Gus wrong With this explanation | left
II TO Mrs. Clements 70 say whether our
interest in the matter whatever differ
ence there might be in the motives which
actuated us) was not the same. and
whether she felt any reluctance TO for
ward my object by giving me such infor-
nation on the subject Of my inquiries as
she happened 10 possess
The poor woman was, at first, too much
confused and agftated 20 understand thor
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
WANTED
Thief FOR
A TENANT
Since Then Roberts Had Most Of
His Buildings Burned In
lnCsndiary Fires.

winsted, Conn. July e-Cephas Rob
erts. who was worth $4,000 a few years
ago and now has little. thoroughly be-
lieves In the efficacy of publicity. In a
III OF pique he advertised for a thief 20
come and occupy his farm house. on the
coleorook road three years ago. Since
then he has seen most OF his buildings
burned by incendiaries.
The last fire occurred this morning
when the Roberts repository on Willow
street. comprising five buildings in all.
was burned. In this instance Roberts
loss was only 5000 but he carried no i'm
surance
On May e, 1900, persons here were as
tonished 10 read in the local papers this
advertisement:
WANTED-A thief 20 occupy my place.
near Jesop's; prefer one that has been
in states prison two years: no honest
man need apply. cephas Roberts.
Roberts had rented one OF his houses
here to a man who disappeared without
having paid his rent and having used up
all the hay that was stored In the barn
attached To the place After he had in
serted the advertisement, Roberts said:
I'm going 10 see If a thief is really as
bad as a person who has a reputation for
being honest. thief. I'll watch An
honest mani doubt II there is one exist
fng-Id watch him, too"
Roberts received so many applications
for his 'Thief's Paradise" that he had 10
hire an additional mail box. More than
100 letters were addressed TO him one
applicnt called in person.
Guess I'm your man." said he I've
served three years in states prison and
every jail in this state seems like home
&c me-"
But Mr. Roberts would not make an
agreement with this man because he
hadn't a cent toward paying his first
months rent. Then Mr.. Roberts en-
gagged a man named Jacobs. whom Ira
f. Sankey had recommended. Jacobs
was not a thief, but he was what was
known as "a bad man" This arrange
ment. however. did not last long
Since then Mr.. Roberts has had many
experiences and on the night OF July Is.
1900 his farm house then unoccupied was
burned and he lost $500 He offered a re-
ward OF $500 for the apprehension OF the
alleged incendaries, but never obtained
any clew.
II is supposed that his losses have been
caused by the very class he Invited 20
take up his curious offer
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09

TIE PUTNAM HOUSE, Bennington, VI.
Situated in the beautiful and historic
village OF Bennington. Delightful loca-
ton for the summer. Beautiful drives
among the Green Mountains First class
service IN every respect. For terms ad-
dress FRED II. HOWE. Proprietor.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
OFF FOR rhe WHITE MOUNTAINS.

4 personally conducted party Of young
people viii leave Providence on the 7:o7
train Tuesday morning. July 1ith for
Jackson and Sugar HIN. n n, stopping
one week. The gaycst outing Of the sea b.
son Mountain climbing. golf and tennis
contests. evening entertainments. bcautl-
ful walks and drives. side trips 10 sum
NIT Of Mt Washington. Crawford Notch
Francona Notch. etc. Lowest rates Ac-
or caIl upon J. II Han Jr.. News sum
mer Resort Bureau. Cor Mathcwson
and washington streets.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
RoteI Burlington. Burlington. VI

Burlington is ole OF the most charm
ing cities i'm America overlooking Lake
Champlain. The appointments Of Hotel
burlington are modern and complete
Electric lights and elevators. Table un-
excelled. Located directly opposite the
Park. Hotel buses meet all trains. Ad-
dress c. NJ DELANEY. Proprietor.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
DESIRABLE suMMER COLLAGE.

To let or for sale. a new nne-room
modern cottage at Oakland Beach. con
venently located to the electric cars. and
anording broad view OF the water. Ex-
'ensive piazza, bath and other con.
veniences. WIN he let furnished or an
furnished Apply or ddress
Providence News Summer Resort Bureau.
Cor. Mathewsol and Washington SITS
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
THE ADDISON, In the Green Mountains.
MIdclebury, We.

Situated in one OF the most beautiful
villages ir tho Green Mountain region.
Grand old shade trees charming drives.
Lake Dunmore only miles away. Tele-
phone and telegraph offices connected.
Electric lights, steam heat. baths. FIRST
class service. Write for circular.
JOHN HIGGINS. Manager.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
RHODE ISLAND

STONE BRIDGE HOUSE. TIverton, n. =.
Easy OF access: steam and electric
roads: Official l.. A. w. hotel. r. l. shore
dinners. Lobsters and fish from our own
traps. Meals OF ali kinds. Telephone.
Address
VIM. GADSBY. Prop and Manager
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
BROOKS HOUSE,

Situated In one of the most beautiful
mountain towns Of New England. which
has become famous as a summer resort
The hotef-has all modern -eorveniences.
including elevator. electric lights and
bells. etc. Charming drives among the
hills. First class teams and turnouts.
Send for booklet
CROSBY & ADAMS. Proprietors.
Fl w. EDDY. Manager.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
MAIN E..
The BANGOR HOUSE. Bangor, Me.

Centrally located. Best OF service and
accommodat tions. Modern improvements.
one OF the best hotels In the State. Tele-
drives in and around the city. Carriage
10 stations. For rates address ii. Z.
CHAPMAN e son. Propristors.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
VERMONT
FRANKLIN HOUSE AND COTTAGES.
hIqhqate Sprlnus. VI

Open from June TO October. Situated
IN one OF the ioveliest spots of the Green
mountains. on Lake Champlain. All out
door sports Excellent boating and fish
ing First class service; cuisine the best.
for booklet.
JUDSON l.. SCOTT. Proprietor.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
THE NAPLES. chester. Vermont.

Desirable location. Scenery and drives
unsurpassed Three -fourths mile from
railroad station Good roads for cycling.
pure air. spring water. hot and cold
water bath. Good table. excellent ser
vice. Terms, $500 to 50 90 per week.
For further particulars address
THE MISSES SARGEANT, Chester. VI.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09
NEW HAMP MPSHiRE
THE SINCLAIR.

Bethlehem. White Mountains. ". n.
one OF the best and most favora bly,
knowa Of the White Mountain hotels.
Bright airy rooms. baths. broad piaZzas.
nrst-class service and cuisine, pure spring
water. No hay lever. invigorating atmos-
phcre Livery connected. Orchestra. Colt
and other outdoor sports. open June 25th.
DURGIN & CO, Proprietors.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09

Edear-You wear pink an tho time:
I should like 20 sec YOU in q lace-hke
white frock.
Detroit Free Press
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-07-09

Nantucket kA,..

Nantucket, Mass.
situated at 42 Centre street near bath.
ing beach. steamboat landing. postofrice
and points OF interest Rates, SO 10 SD
per week. Best OF service Address T. G.
PITMAN ProprIetor