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Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31
LEGISLATIVE NOTES.

Mr.. Davis of Glover carried with
him Tuesday a neat gift to our farmer
governor from H. NJ. Salmon of that
town-a milking stool of unique man
ufacture. 1t is made of at least six
different kinds of wood-butternut,
Eastwood, birds-eye maple, black
cherry, sumach and curly birch-in-
laid artistically and highly polished.
The centre design is diamond in form,
with a circular disc on each corner.
1t is as pretty a piece of wood work
as Notes has ever seen, and proves
Mr.. Salmon a tasty and skillful work
man. 1t goes without saying that
Governor Bell appreciated it.
Bright lights, a bewilderment of
beauty, flashing smiles, cordial greet
ings, music and laughter, pretty cos
tunes intermingled with the bravery
of gold braid and shoulder straps
appeared the component parts of a
brilliant scene at the State House on
Wednesday evening. The governors
wife assisted by wives of lieutenant
and governors received in honor
of the visiting ladies, and other
strangers within the gates of the
capital. The receiving party in
GUIDED: Mrs. Bell, Mrs. @. Fl. Stearns
Mrs. Roswell P. Farnham, Mrs. Lew
K. Fuller, Mrs. U A. Woodbury., Mrs
Josiah circuit, Mrs. q. M. Mansur, Mrs
Zed s. Stanton, Mrs. 9. 8. Page, Mrs
M. F. Allen-all familiar names-tc
whom the crowds of attending people
were presented by Col. F. s. Billings
Gen. W. E. Putnam, Capt. W. w
Russell, Colonels Scarf, Wells, j
Gray, Estey, Capt. @. F. Burnham
Coils. w. A. Dale, G. T Walter, mem
bers of the governors staff ant
officers of the first regiment. If these
gentlemen found this duty at all I'm
pleasant, they concealed the fac
admirably, and for nearly two hours
the ladies smiled again and again
their welcome.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31
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Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31

Terms-wHES PAID STRICTLY IN ADVANCE
e1.50 YEAR.
In asking for a change Of address, always
state where your paper is sent.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31
THE WAR.

Events in the field of operations in
Manchuria the past week have bean
quite eclipsed by an alarming episoaa
elsewhere. The Russian Baltic eaa.
on its way to the East, while passing
a feet of fifty British fishing boats
some 200 miles east from Hull. in tbe
North Sea, shortly after midnight Fri
day night opened fire on the defense
less boats, sinking the steam trawler
Crane, killing her captain and mate
and wounding others of her crew
Other of the fishing boats were strnck
but none others sunk. The night was
misty, but the fishermen plainly made
out the line of battleships and cruis-
ers, whose searchlights played in all
directions. The first of the warships
had passed by when a gun was fred
from one of the ships farther back.
Almost Immediately several of the
Russian ships took up the cannonade.
until all or nearly all had Joined in it.
The fishermen at first supposed it to
be signal and that the charges were
blank, until their craft were riddled
and the skipper and mate of the Crane
decapitated. Urgent efforts we're
made to attract the Russians atten-
ton, but the firing continued fully 20
minutes when it suddenly ceased and
the ships disappeared in the darkness.
The British foreign Office at once
made a demand on Russia for full
PREPARATION and the punishment of the
offenders. The czar has fastened to
express his deep regret, and has given
assurances that satisfactory settle
ment will be made. The affair has
| created great tension, and some talk
is heard that it is not safe for neutral
nations to allow the Baltic feet to
proceed.
The battle Of Shakhe river is over.
| The armies are in close touch. each
holding fortified points. The battle
must be regarded as Russian defeat,
inasmuch as Knropatkin failed in his
purpose to drive back the Japanese,
even giving ground himself. His
losses, too, were probably three times
as heavy as bis enemy's. The Jap
anese report finding and counting
over Is, 900 Russian dead, which indi-
Gates loss of upwards of 40, 900. The
Japanese report their own losses Off
cially at Is $40, including killed
wounded and missing. The Japanese
report the capture of 45 gus, 54s4
rifles and large quantities of supplies
They lost about 20 guns to the Rus
slams. In one of the final encounters
the Russians made brilliant assault
on Lone Tree hill and captured it
repulsing several attempts to retake
it. Both armies are now resting fol
the next move, neither ready to retire
neither prepared to advance. Win
ter is fast coming on.
There is no news from Port Arthur
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31
Marie Antoinette's Bed.

The bedstead used for many years
by Queen Marie Antoinette is still
preserved exactly as she left it at the
Grand Trianon. Judged by many
modern designs neither the furniture
nor the settings are particularly royal
in appearance. The bed is inlaid,
having been built after the designs of
a great artist of the court. 1t is con-
sidered priceless, both because of it's
artistic and historic value
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31

incorporate a savings bank at Barton
Landing.
In the house a bill was presented
providing for more pay for the Off
GERS and members of the general
assembly; the members to receive S4
per day. Several bills pertained to
the raising of salaries. One increases
the pay of assistant judges from So to
81 per day, another raises the salary
of the superintendent of education
from $1,000 to $4,000. Many other
minor bills were introduced. Several
bills were killed.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31
STATE NEWS.
Fire at Van Ness Stables.


Fire broke out Monday evening
shortly after o'clock in the stables
of the Van Ness house, Burlington,
and within a remarkably short time
the building was Quilted and seven
horses were burned to death. Moth
ing is known as to the origin of the
fire The horses were put in the barn
on their return to the hotel after the
arrival of the $40 train and there
was no one there at the time.
U. ". Medical Student Perished in Boston
During the fire at the car barns of
the Boston Elevated Railway Com
pany Monday night, Thomas B. Dunn,
an employee of the road, lost his life.
He had been conductor for some
time and was accustomed to sleep in
one of the cars which was destroyed.
The body was recovered. Dunn had
been a student at the University of
Vermont medical college, but later
attended Tufts, where he intended to
complete his medical education.
Officers Elected.
At the meeting of the state bar
association at Montpelier, Wednes-
day, the following officers were elect
ed for the ensuing year; president,
ex-Gov. w. w. Stickney, Ludlow;
vice presidents, J. E. Cushman, Bur
lington; F. E. Alfred, Newport; P
NJ. Meldon, Rutland; secretary, J. 81
Mimms, st. Adams; Treasurer, Hir-
man Carleton, Montpelier; managers
w. W. Stickney, -officio, Ludlow
E. 81. Deavitt and s. Fl. Senter, Mont
pelier; W. A. Dutton, Hardwick; a.
81. Blanchard, Springield; librarian
a new office just created, E. Fl. Deav-
lit, Montpelier.
Report of State Prison Affairs.
Some interesting facts are given in
the report of affairs at the state pris-
on. twenty-five prisoners were con
ditionally pardoned from state prison
to July 80 by Governor Mccullough
and eleven by Governor Stickney
during his term of Office. Chittender
county, sent the largest number OF
prisoners to Windsor, 27, with Wash
lngton county second and Grand Isle
sending none. Out of a total of 14e
prisoners July l, 81 were natives, lie
from New York land Is from Canada
IS were married, II unmarried. and
p illiterate. Fifty seven were i'm
: prisoned for burglary, grand larceny
and larceny. The long term nrison.
ers are nine for life, two for q wars
: two for 20 years, and one for IS wears
+ The income of the institution above
: expenses for the year was 81. Ose 10
r No attempt was made to erect tb.
r hospital building as the balance y
5 So, 900, after purchasing boilers ans
j making other repairs, was not suffi
, Gent.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31
HOW'S THISP

We offer one Hundred Dollars Reward for
any case of Catarrh that cannot be cured by
Halls Catarrh Cure.
FL. Cheney & Co., Toledo, o.
We the undersigned, have known F. j. Che
ney for the last Is years, and believe him per-
fectly honorable in all business transactions
and financially able to carry out any obliga-
tions made by their firm.
WAiDING, KINNAN & MARVIN,
Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, o
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally act
ing directly upon the blood and mucous sur
faces of the system. Price 75c. per bottle.
Sold by all Druggists.
Take Halls Family Pills for constipation.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31

The war is estimated to be costing
Japan 5000, 1000, 900 annually and Rus
STA $500, 200, 900. That is very little
though when compared with the loss
of life. Think of 6O,OOO men slaugh-
tered in one battle.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31
THE LEGISLATURE.

MoNDAY-The attendance was small
and very little work was done in
either branch Of the General
Assembly.
A resolution was introduced in the
senate providing for two more mem
bers from each house on the joint
committee to investigate state insti-
tutions Another resolution was
introduced providing for investiga-
ton of amount of insurance carried
on state institutions.
In the house a bill was introduced
relating to kidnapping.
TUEsDAY-After handling bills of
local interest the senate adopted the
joint resolution relating to reciprocity
with Canada, killed the bill restrict.
ing certain vehicles and machines to
highways, ordered the third reading
of the bill protecting savings banks
from paying funds when bank book
is lost.
In the house bill was introduced
creating the office of attorney-g gen
eral, another compelling owners to
cut weeds and bushes beside the rosd.
One bill presoribes five dollar fine
for the first offense OF intoxication OF
- 10 to 20 days in jail, second offenses
each from 105 to $50 days at the house
of CORE ction. Several other bills
were presented but were all of loca
interest.
WEDNEsDAY-A large amount o.
work was done in the senate an(
many of the bills were of local inter
est. One bill of interest to all was Il
amend V. y. All relating to insuranc.
commissioners. A bill was passed
relating to the hunting of deer, moose
and caribou.
In the house a bill was presented
requiring the per cent of pure gras
seed contained in every package o
the same to be printed on the outside
Another requires peddlers to pay
license fee of from S15 to $50 accord
ing to their mode of travel and thu
nature of the goods carried. One bill
provides for an increase in the salar,
of the Governor from $500 to S2500
A bill was passed amending statues
relating to exemption of church
property. The bill relating to cruelt!
to animals was killed.
THURsDAY-By special order tn,
bill relating to the election was takel
up. The question being on tn
amendment proposed by the commit
tee providing for election by plural
ity on third ballot. Senator Lor
spoke for plurality straight, opposin
the amendment. Thought time ha
core to depart from the old custom
Senators are now elected by pluraIit
and the standard has not been low
cred. The change would also d
away with many unseemly contest
Senator Slack opposed the amend
ment and favored plurality. Senate
Fish thought the amendment was d.
hcient in that it did not provide fc
ties. Senator Rowland spoke fC
uniform plurality. Amendment Wa
defeated. Third reading ordere
without debate. A bill was passed |
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31

II every week was ladies' we elk In
Montpelier there would not be work
enough to last our legislature long.
Last week was a record breaker as to
the amount of work done at the Cap
Hol.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31

One week from tomorrow, Nov. s,
is the day when every voter in the
state should go to the polls and cast
his vote for Roosevelt and Fairbanks.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31

After a long struggle and many
heated discussions the Nation al Epis-
copal convention has passed a cano n
practically prohibiting the remarriage
of divorced persons.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31
Church Notes.

Inc finest city and village churches are
painted with the Longman & Martinez
Paints, and we want every church to accept
our donation whenever they paint.
and make "A, therefore when you want
fourteen gallons of paint buy only eight of
L. & NJ and mix six gallons of pure Linseed
Oil with it, making actual cost of paint about
81 20 per gallon.
Don't pay $3.50 gallon for Linseed Oil
(worth 60 cents which you do when You buy
other paints in can with pal label on it.
Many houses are we'll painted with four gall
Ions of L. & NJ. and three gallons of Linseed
Oil mixed herewith.
Wears and covers like cold.
These Celebrated Paints are sold by e. c.
Pierce.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1904-10-31

''One of my earliest law cases."
said Sen. Bacon of Georgia, twas the
defense of negro charged with steal
ing chickens. I was making out
pretty well until it came time for the
negro to go on the stand. Are Won
the defendant in this case?' the other
lawyer asked. NO, sah,' said the
negro, pointing to me; there's the
defendant. Pm the one that stole
the Chickens"
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
y,rulent vegetable l.o,sons.

One of the most poisonous plants Is the ordinary foX-gove from which digitalis is made. Every part of 1t is toxic in high degree, flowers, stem, leaves and roots. It has no unpleasant odor of any kind, but for some reason cattle never touch 1t. In the hemlocks, several of which are poisonous to man or beast, the dangerous ingredient va. ries. Spotted hemlock kills or injuros human beings by causing paralysis, which progresses through the nervous centers till 1t attacks the lungs. In the water hemock the poison acts in a diff ferent way. Like another and Eiore deadly vegetable poison, strychnlne, it causes tetanic spasms. The difference in the nature of the poison contained in plants so closely alike as these two hemlocks, may perhaps account for the failure of cattle to know the dangor to which they are exposed in eating them. It may well be that one variety, though injurious to man, may not af. feet cattle. Consequently they might naturally eat without any misgivlng the other variety which is deadly to them.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
A FAMOUS SEED HOUSE.

An instance of commercial develop ment and growth to proportions un- usual is cited in the career of the well-known seed firm. D. M. Ferry x Co.,, of Detroit, Mich. Since it's es- tablishment half century ago. the company, following out principles of strict business integrity and building upon unquestionable merit, has stead fly grown, until the name of Ferry's Seeds is now a household word with every planter in the land.
 Ferrys Seeds are famous for their purity, freshness and reliability. The greatest care is exercised in their growing and selection, and only seeds of the highest possible standard are placed upon the market. Every pack age has behind it the reputation of a house whose standards are the high est in the trade. A fresh stock, just received from the growers, is carried by dealers everywhere.
 All farmers and gardeners ought to have copy of the 1905 Seed Annual of the Ferry Company. It contains information and suggestions that are invaluable. The Annual will be mailed free to any one addressing D. M. Ferry & Co.,, Detroit Mich.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
An Unfortunate Choice.

Mrs. Black, with family of eight, could keep cook, but Mrs. Green, who paid the same wages and whose family numbered only two, eXperi- enced the greatest difficulty in per suading one to stay with her. Mrs. Green was troubled about it, and nat urally sought suggestions wherever she could get them. One day the two women happened to meet at news dealers stand.
 "Pm buying" explained Mrs. Black, "a Swedish newspaper for my cook. She likes to read and I take one home to her occasionally"
 "Whyw exclaimed Mrs. Green. q wonder if that's the reason you're so successful in keeping girl. I've al ways wanted to know the secret."'
 "Possibly it's one of the reasons" admitted Mrs. Black.
 "I'm going to try it myself" an. nounced Mrs. Green, promptly taking a copy of the same paper.
 A week later the two women met again near an agency where Mrs. Green was looking for new cook.
 "Well," asked Mrs. Black, smiling, "how did the newspaper scheme workY
 Tt didn't work at all,' confessed Mrs. Green. q bought Swedish pa per, and the girl was Finn"
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
A China mans Funeral.

When rich and important China man dies, his funeral Is conducted with much pomp and splendor. His friends and relations, instead of sending wreaths, send innumerable banners. These are made of white silk, with in- scrlptions beautifully worked in black velvet, and express the senders' good wishes to the deceased himself or to members of his family for many gen. erations. On the day of the funeral these banners are carried by hired men, who are all dressed alike for the occasion. After the funeral, which lasts several hours at the cemetery, is over, the banners are all brought back, and eventually grace the rooms of the late Chinaman's house.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
Hoods

Sarsaparilld is unquestiona- bly, the greatest blood and liver medicine known. It. positively and permanently cures every humor, from Pimples to Scrofula. It. is the Best
 Blood Medicine.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
Playing in Luck.

we always treat our cook as one of our family" explained the man who was looking for trouble in an intelli- gence office.
 "That don't so with me-" replied tic applicant for the job, "but I'm willing to treat your folks as I would my own family"
 And as that was far more than he had even thought of asking, he pro reeded to close the deal then and there.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10

There is vast difference between the present day breach loading auto matc ejector shotgun and the "Muz- gle Loader" of thirty years ago. Few realize, however, that corresponding improvement has been made by Peters Loaded Shells and Cartridges of the ammunition in use ten years ago. The Peters Cartridge Go. are the largest in America. Everything used in a shell-the shell itself-is made by them accurately, carefully and perfectly.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
Willing to ObIige.

"Can you gimme bite ma amp said the ragged hobo. "Pm hungry enuff ter eat hoss."
 q regret to say" replied the kind lady, "that we are just out of horses, but I'll call the dog" ."-Chicago News.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
To Break in New Shoes,

Always shake In Aliens Foot-Ease. a powder. It cures hot sweating aching. swollen feet Cures Corns. Ingrowing Nails and Bunions At all Druggists and Shoe stores. 2Sc. Don,' accent any substitute. Sample mailed FREb
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
A Sample Pair.

What fools these earthly mortals be!
 What freaks the human race begets! 'Mong others is the girl who paints,
 And the man who tackles cigarettes.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY.

Take Laxative Promo Quinine Tab lets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. E. w. Groves sig nature is on each box. 25 cents.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10

4 GUARANTEED CURE FOR PILES.
 Itching, Blind, Bleeding or Protrud- ing Piles. Your druggist will refund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure you in 6 to IA days. 50 cents.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
AS Others See Us.

Askitt-I see Muggins on the street every day. What's he doing7
 Knoitt-Looking for work-and eongratulatlng himself on his inability Co find 1t.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10
More Light on a Dark Subject.

(Sexology) A great Rock: send for sample pages. CHEQUAMEGON PRESS, Ashland, Wis.
Holbrook argus., 1904-12-10

The Archbishop of Canterbury takes
 rank as first peer of the realm.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-09-01
Increase of the Navy.

The Monroe doctrine is just as strong
as the American navy and no stronger,
and for that reason a larger and more
powerful navy is recommended. Then
the other powers Will have to respect
it. When the system is in a weak
ened condition YOU are always sus-
'ceptible to attacks of indigestion, dys-
pepsia, constipation, nervousness, in
sOmnia, sick headache or malaria,
fever and ague. Strengthen the sys-
tenn with Hostetter's Stomach Bitters
and prevent these ailments. 1t has all
unequaled record of cures back of it,
and thousands of grateful people who
have been benefited by it have volun-
tarily praised it. If you are sickly or
delicate or suffer from the effects of a
weak stomach the Bitters will do you
"a lot Of good. \ fair trial will con
vince you of its value.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1904-09-01
ODD FELLOWS PLANNING A
BIG TIME FOR LABOR DAY
Members of Rock Island and DaVen-
port Lodges and Their Families
to Picnic at LinWood.

Arrangements for a joint basket
picnic were made last night by the Odd
Fellows of this city and Davenport.
The gathering is to be at Linwood on
Labor day, and it is expected to be a
red letter day in the history of holt
days for Odd Fellows in the two cities.
The first number on the program is
to be ball game between teams from
Rock Island and Davenport, to be call
ed at 2 O'Clock. The winning team
will be presented with silver loving
cup. Bats and gloves for the game
will be furnished by George Bennett,
of this city.
An egg and potato race, to be engag-
ed in by ladies only, will be the sec
ond feature of the program. The win
'ner of the race will be awarded a Re-
bekah pin, to be given away by Fred
Bleuer, the jeweler here. The sec
ond prize will be an opal pin, the gift
of Young & McCombs, of Rock Island.
A 1OO-yard dash for men will follow.
A pants pattern will be given the win
ner by the Scotch wooden mills, of
Davenport. The second prize will be
an umbrella, to be given away by Mos
enfelder & Kohn. of Rock Island.
The tug-of-war will follow. Teams
from Rock Island and Davenport
lodges will participate in the contest.
The winners will smoke up, while the
losers will lie down and watch them.
A ladies' foot race will be the next
number. The distance has not been
specified. The winner will be the re-
cipient of fancy piece of silverware.
The second best gets a Rebekah pin,
to be donated by J. Ramser, of this
city.
The sack race, the big event of the
day, will be the next feature. The
winner will be given an |. o. o. F.
charm by Fred Bleuer. The second
and third prizes are to be a box of
cigars for each.
The barrel race, the last number on
the program, has three prizes. The
winner gets a fancy vest; the second
gets fancy article of some kind, while
the third man gets a box of cigars.
From $50 until $50 o'clock lunch
con will be in order. Dancing and
music will be features at the pavilion.
The music will be furnished by Dav-
export orchestra.
Special railroad accommodations for
the day have been arranged. A train
will leave this city over the Rock ISL
and road in the morning and in the
afternoon train will depart over the
same line at lis o'clock.
The trains will deDart from the pic
mic grounds at p. IN.