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the Barracks, where the dance was
in full swing and as often they came
back without answers. Then she did
what only Freda could do-put on
her furs, masked her face and went
UP herself to the Governors ball. Now
there happened to be a custom-not
an original one by any means-to
which the official clique had long since
become addicted. 1t was a very wise
custom. for it furnished protection to
the womankind of the officials and
gave greater selectness to their revels
Men recognized the furs and mar
veled-men who should have served
upon the door committee, but they were
not prone to speech. Not so with the
women. They had better eyes for the
lines of figure and tricks of carriage,
and they knew this form to be one
with which they were unfamiliar; like
wise the furs. Mrs. McFee, emerging
from the supper-room, where all was
in readiness. caught one flash of the
blazing. questing eyes through the silk
en- mask Sits and received start.
She tried to recollect where she had
seen the like. and vivid picture was
recalled of certain proud and re-
bellious sinner whom she had once en-
countered on a fruitless errand for the
Lord.
SO it was that the good woman took
the trail in hot and righteous wrath.
a trail which brought her ultimately
into the company of Mrs. Eppingwell
and Floyd Vanderlip. Mrs. Epping-
well had just found the opportunity
to talk with the man. She had deter
mined, now that Flossie was so near
at hand, to proceed directly to the
point, and an incisive little ethical dis
course was titillating on the end of
her tongue, when the couple became
three. She noted. and pleasurably, the
family foreign acc, t of the beg par
don'' with which the furred woman
prefaced .-er immediate appropriation
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OF Floyd Vanderlip; and she courteous
ly bowed her permission for them to
draw little apart.
Then suddenly was the black mask
torn from startled woman. A won
derful face and brilliant eyes were ex-
posed to the quiet curiosity of those
who looked that way, and they were
everybody. Floyd Vanderlip was
rather confused. The situation de-
manded instant action on the part OF
a man who was not beyond his depth,
while he hardly knew where he was.
He stared telplessly about him. Mrs.
Eppingwell was perplexed. She could
not comprehend. An explanation was
Forthcoming somewhere, and Mrs. Nc
Fee, the minister's wife, was equal to
it.
Mrs. Eppingwell," and her Celtic
voice rose shrilly 1T is with great
pleasure I make you acquainted with
Freda Moloof. Miss Freda Moloof, as
1 understand"
Freda involuntarily turned. With
her own face barred. she felt as in a
dream, naked. Upon her turned the
clothed features and cleaning eyes OF
the masked circle. 1t seemed almost
as though a hungry wolf pack girdled
her. ready to drag her down. 1t might
chance that some felt pity for her. SHE
thought, and at the thought hardened.
She would by far prefer their scorn.
Strong OF heart was she, this woman.
and though she had hunted the prey
into the midst of the pack. Mrs Ep-
pingwell or no Mrs. Eppingwell, she
could not forego the kill.
But here Mrs. Eppingwell did a
strange thing. So this, at last, was
Freda, she unused, the dancer and the
destroyer of men: the woman from
whose door she had been turned.
When Mrs. McFee's thin voice., vi
brant with malice, had raised and
Freda turned involuntarily. Mrs. Ep-
pinwell also turned, removed her
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mask and inclined her head in ac-
acknowledgement.
1t was another flashing, eternal Sec
ond, during which these two women re-
garded each other Freda drew herself
in check, returned the inclination OF
the head and turned to the man.
Come with me. Floyd" she said
simply. II want you now
What the - he began explosive
ly, and quit as suddenly, discreet
enough to not round ii off. Where the
deuce had his wits gone, anyway? Was
ever man more foolishly placed?
II beg pardon, just a moment, but
may / speak first with Mr.. Vanderlip p
Mrs. Eppingwell's voice, though flute
like and low, predicated will in its
every cadence.
The man looked his gratitude. He. at
least, was willing enough.
II am very sorry" from Freda.
There isn't time. He must come at
once"
you may possess yourself OF MT; VAN
derlip and command his actions?"
sT-I-p Freda hesitated, and then,
her feminine mind putting on its har-
ness-"and who are you to ask this
question:
..There," the other broke in sharply.
you are the wife or captain, VINO Is
therefore your husband. I am only a
dancing girl. What do you want with
this man?'
s.Since Miss Moloof appears to hold
claims upon you, Mr.. Vanderlip, and is
in too great haste to grant me a few
seconds of your time, / am forced to
appeal directly to you. May I speak
with you alone and now?"
ssWhy, er--tl1at is, certainly" the
man stammered "Of course, of
course" growing more effusive at the
prospect of deliverance-
The Greek girl ~red upon the man
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Twice Freda sent messengers up to
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
EAST ~MIDDLEBURY.

Austin Peck killed an eight months
pig that dressed 3S7 pounds, who has a
better one?
Everell Farr of Granville was the
guest of Mr., and Mrs. F. A. Farr on
Wednesday of this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Oliver Lawrence of
Bradford, Mass, were the guests of her
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. George Hodges
during a part of last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ralph Belden of YER
gennes, visited their people, Mr.. and
Mrs. Charles Belden, during last week.
Mrs. Belden is somewhat better.
The ladies Of st. Barnabas Guild will
hold their mex meeting with Mrs.
Austin Peck Wednesday afternoon, Dec.
81. A cordial invitation is extended.
The members of Cold Spring lodge
held their thirty-sixth anniversary at
their room Thursday evening, Dec. s.
About forty members were present and
a very pleasant evening was passed with
music and games. a banquet was
served. Cold Springs is one of two
active lodges in this state that have
existed for this time. Bennington lodge
of Bennington, having been instituted
but a few weeks before. During the
life of Cold Springs more than five hun
dred persons nave received the obliga-
ton. There are but two persons that
were charter members that are now
active members, so members are now in
good standing. Weekly meetings have
been held during the 36 years.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16

The school closed Friday for two
weeks.
b. w. Hall returned from Montpelier
Monday.
Mrs. NJ. L. Baldwin went to Ausable
Forks last Friday.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. G.. Larrabee were in
Ticonderoga recently.
Mrs. w. r. Delano entertained the
Moravian club Tuesday afternoon.
Christmas tree in Congregational
church for the Sunday school Monday
evening. Dec. 26.
Mrs. Henry Wright has returned from
Medfield, Mass, where she has been
visiting her mother, Mrs. Laverty.
Charles S. Parkill and family of
Helena, Mont, who have been visiting
friends in Weybridge and Shoreham,
have returned home.
Miss George Parnell, who taught in
Richville through the fall term, has en-
tered the business college in Burlington,
her sister, Miss Julia, taking her place.
The Foresters are making great prep
arations for an entertainment to be
given in Academy hall, Tuesday even
ing, Dec. 27. The hall is to be decorated
with holly, Christmas greens and flags
of all nations. By special request, plays
that had such a success at Thanksgiving
time will be repeated. The children
will have something to remember this
date, every child in the hall will tie
presented with a chimney brick candy
box by Santa Claus himself, who. while
the Christmas bells are ringing, will
come down the chimney. After the
entertainment and present giving the
violinist will UNI his fiddle and swing
your partners. People of Shoreham are
advised to keep their coops locked, for
a chicken supper will be served that
NIGHT.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
MONKTON RIDGE.

Miss Hunton of Wallingford is with
Elizabeth Meade, her sister, who is in
failing health.
Sarah NJ. Hazard is somewhat i'm
proved. She can take a few steps, but
cannot yet receive her friends
Hiram Bull. in the west part of the
town, is in failing health and can sit up
but little. He is 50 years old and can
not see or hear much.
Mary a. Miles is busy training the
singers for the Christmas tree occasion,
which will be held Friday night. They
meet Tuesday and Thursday nights for
practice.
Louis Kelley has gone to work for A.
G. Baldwin and Thad Smith takes his
place at George Watson's. Mr.. Smith
has rented his place, which he recently
bought of Carl Livingston, who has
been on the S. Hanson farm. Occu-
pancy is given the 14th inst. His grand
father, William Thompson, has gone to
live with him.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
SOUTH WHITING,

The Ladies' Aid Of the Congregational
society met with Mrs. Peter Aines last
Wednesday and there was a large at
tendance.
Rev. G. NJ. James and bride, who were
guests of Mr., and Mrs. D. j. Brown for
the week, returned to his parish at
Beckett, Mass, Saturday.
Rev. ~. Goodheart held a prayer
meeting south school house Tuesday
evening 1t is hoped there will be a
larger attendance at the mex meeting.
The best Christmas gift to an absent
friend is this paper. 1t costs S1.25 out of
Vermont, and will remind your friends
of you so times during the coming year
and be ''like a letter from home that
will not fail to come every week.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
PROBATE COURT.

Dec. l. Estate of Robert j. Bowles
and Harriet F. Bowels. Administrators
present accounts. Hearing, Dec. 26, 1904.
On this, Judge Bliss entered into
recognizance as is required by law and
was duly sworn in as Probate Judge for
the two years next ensuing and Mabel A..
Bliss was duly sworn as Register of the
Court for the two years next ensuing.
Dec. 2. Estate of Joseph Laduke.
Widow allowed to waive will and all
property decreed to her.
Dec. 8. Estate of w. johnson Mead,
late of Middlebury deceased. Will pre-
sented for probate by Eta G. Mead, the
widow. Hearing set for Jan. 2, 1905.
Dec. II. Estate of DIR. William n.
Platt, late of Shoreham, deceased. Will
proved and allowed.
Dec. 10. Estate of Peter Dwyer, late
of M~iddlebury, deceased. Final account
allowed and decree entered.
Dec. 12. Estate of Willis II. Sweeny,
late of Leicester, deceased. Final account
allowed and decree entered.
Dec. II. Estate of Jeremiah Doody,
late of M%iddlebury, deceased. Will pre-
sented for probate by Mrs. Anne Brissette
daughter of deceased. Hearing Jan 2.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
WEST CORNWALL.

Elmer Otis, our blacksmith, has been
on the sick list lately.
Mrs. Ralph Smith has been a recent
guest of NJ. E. Twitchell.
A placard reading "Whooping Cough"
adorns Frank Narrabone's house.
Roads are in fine shape, rain is much
needed, cisterns, springs and wells,
low.
Mrs. A. l.. Atwood went to Burling-
ton on Tuesday, where she will be the
guest of relatives for a few days.
Mrs. Edgar Sanford, who has had
several hemorrhages of the nose, is
more comfortable although in a weak
state.
Mrs. William Ballou went to Walling-
ford, on Monday. She and her husband
will remain there for an indefinite
time.
Homer Cobb is our new deputy sheriff,
and James Wing has Eeen appointed
health officer for the town. Congratu-
~lations.
Last Friday night NJ. o. Field went
into his cellar to get apples. In stoop-
ing down, a meat hook which was hang
ing near caught in his left eye. 1t went
in so deep and held so firmly that he
was obliged to pull it out. DIR. Porter
was sent for and he did for it what he
could but on Saturday it seemed much
inflamed. Sunday he went to Burling-
ton where it was examined and a cut
found in the eyeball and it was found
necessary to take three stitches in it.
Since then those stitches broke out and
more were taken. The physician assure
him his eye will Don be all right. His
many friends join us in the hope that
this may be so.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
WEYBRIDGE.

Fred Bolger has taken up his residence
at the Col. Drake place.
Mrs. Slocum is convalescent, being
able to be about a little.
Mrs. Carl Shaw is suffering from in
flamation attendant upon having a tooth
extracted.
Albert Warner was unfortunate enough
to cut his hand quite badly while butch
ering hogs for Fiske & Son on Monday.
The best Christmas gift to an absent
friend is this paper. 1t costs 81 .25 out of
Vermont, and will remind YOU friends
of you so times during the coming year
and be 'like a letter from home" that
will not fail to come every week.
Two Christmas trees will be put up
here, one at each of the churches. AT
the Methodist church on Friday evening
of next week and at the Monument
church on Saturday evening following.
Both undoubtedly will be fine, as usual.
Christmas is near at hand, being man
ifested in our midst by the usual addi-
tions to the candy counters at the stores,
while Old Santa speaks to you from the
windows of Adams q Sampson, inviting
yon to come in where Nina has an
unusual large stock of choice presents at
low figures.
Miss Grace Twitchell has returned
from an extended visit to New York city
visiting her uncle, Herbert Twitchell of
the Chase National Bank, thence to Yale
college where a cousin, r. T%wltcheli, is a
student, and her to Hartford. spending
a few days with Prof. w. j. Twitchell,
also an uncle. A pleasant and instruc-
tive trip was the result.
The cutting of a portion of the timber
recently bought of James Bros. by "A
Fort Ann firm will mmence this week.
The mill has been put in order with an
addition to the south end to facilitate the
saving of long timber, also to the clear
ing of the same. The superintendent,
II. A. Boies, has retained his able assist
ant, George Jimmo, and has helpers also
so that the work here will be done with
neatness and dispatch.
Among those who attended church at
the village last Sunday we noticed
Rollin Foote of Cornwall, well and favor
ably known to u citizens. Mr.. Foote
resides at his old home in Cornwall with
his son, Judge A. w. Foote, overseeing
his large farm of as fine land as the
town affords. He visited for a few days
at Mr.. and Mrs. w. G. S~turtevant's, the
latter being a niece. He bears the
NtlSHi IL IL lOiE. lnAlllolI lOuS liz We'll
and doesn't look the aged man he is.
The sale held by the Ladies' Aid society
of the Methodist church last Friday
evening at the parlors of the town hall
was certainly a success financially, net
ting the snug little sum of S12 for the
cause. Much praise is due to the society
and especially to the committee of ar
Engagements tor the neatness and taste
which manifested itself on every hand
as you entered the rooms. Some very
enticing and novel devices to take your
money, among which n of the most
successful was the candy counter man
aged by John Shaw and his assistants.
The proceeds of this department were
good. The final disposition Of what re-
manned was by auction sale. Sheriff
smith being present, he was prevailed
upon to take part, which he did to the
perfect satisfaction of all. Twas a late
hour when they went home, well pleased
with the outcome.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
NEST RRIpPORT.

Melvin Wilkinson is attending county
court this week.
Mrs. S. A. Banks of T~iconderoga was
in town Monday and Tuesday.
We are informed that "A gasoline engine
is to be used for grinding feed. This
will be much appreciated by the people
of town.
The best Christmas gift to an absent
friend is this paper. 1t costs $1.25 out of
Vermont, and will remind Your friends
of you 52 times during the coming year
and be like a letter from home" that
will not fail t. come every week.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
BRIDPORT.

Mr.. Cahill of Boston, is visiting his
cousin, Allen Barnet.
The review exercises next Sunday
will be especially interesting.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edward Nichols have
returned from their visit to Gems Falls,
n. Y.
Mrs. Mary st. John, whose home is
with Mr.. and Mrs. II. E. Sanford of
Cornwall, recently visited relatives
here.
Linus, son of Mr.. and Mrs. G.. L. Payne,
had a narrow escape recently. He was
kicked by a horse, which broke several
teeth and otherwise injured his jaw.
The best Christmas gift to an absent
friend is this paper. 1t costs S1.2j out of
Vermont, and will remind your friends
of you 81 times during the coming year
and be like a letter from home" that
will not fail to come every week.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
EIGhI Will Be BITTER.

Those who will persist in closing their
ears against the continual recommended
ton of DIR. Kings New Discovery for
Consumption, will have a long and bitter
fight with their troubles, if not ended
earlier by fatal termination. Read what
Il. r. Beal! Of Beall, Miss, has to say /:
Last fall my wife had every symptom
of consumption. She took DR.. Kings
New Discovery after everything else had
failed. Improvement came at once and
four bottles entirely cured her." Guar
anteed by w. II. Sheldon, druggist.
Price SOC and 81. Trial bottles free.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
EAST MONKTON.

Mrs. Andrew Thomas visited her hus-
band in Montpelier last week.
Frank Roscoe, who broke his arm a
while & is reported as doing well.
A Palmer boy who is stopping at Ed.
Lowelr's broke his leg recently while
scufhing.
Mr.. and Mrs. Will Williams visited his
brother, George Williams, in the west
part of the town recently.
The best Christmas gift to an absent
friend is this paper. 1t costs Sl.25 out OF
Vermont, and will remind your friends
of you SO times during the coming year
and be like a letter from home" that
will not fail to come every week.
DR.. w. w. Hutchinson of Enosburg
Falls, whose death occurred at that place
Nov. 90. was a former resident of Monk
ton. He graduated when quite young
at Castleton Medical college. Soon after
graduating he married Miss Celinda
Smith, daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. Burrill
Smith of this town. Besides the widow
he leaves two sons, DIR. w. w. Hutchin-
son of Enosburg Center and DIR. F.. s..
Hutchinson of Enosburg Falls.
The rehabilitation of the church at
Monkton Boro, which property has been
transferred from the Baptist to the
Methodist Episcopal church, took place
last Sunday. The services were CON
Quoted by Presiding Elder G. W. Brown,
DID. He delivered a deep and scholarly
discourse on the testing of Gods word;
Our former pastor, Rev. N. NJ. Shaw, of
Montpelier was present. Rev. Mr.. Stone,
the Methodist pastor, will hold services
there every Sunday morning at IL
o'clock.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
GRANVILLE.

Mrs. Q. F. Blair IS SICK.
Christmas will be observed with APP
propriate exercises Dec. oath at the
Ladies' hall and all are invited.
Mrs. G. F. Pierce of Boston was called
here last week by the death of Sarah H.,
wife of George Ford. She had been in
poor health and failing for some two
months. Her death was due to heart
disease. She passed peacefully away
Dec. s, aged Ga years, 2 months and %
days. The funeral was held from her
late home Sunday and was largely att
tended. Rev. Mr.. Adams of Rochester
officiated and the interment was in the
family lot at Hancock. Those from out
of town who attended the funeral were
AFRO Ford and Willie Ellis of Mortified
and F. G. Lamb and Afford Lamb of
Warren,
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
RiPToN.

Mrs. George King is on the sick list.
Eight below was the story of the Their
mometer last Sunday morning.
j. I. Hodges has gone to Waitsfeld,
where he has secured a position.
Wilbert Manning is limping about in
consequence of an axe in the wrong
place.
s. G. Gibbs had a telephone message a
few days ago saying that his son, Sam,
was sick at his home in Hubbardton.
The temperature on the morning of
the 8 inst. was eight above and only rose
three degrees during the day. The next
morning five below was the mark.
S. ID. Damon has a two dollar bill Of
the bank Of Plattsburg, N. Y, that
bears date 5 Nov. 1922, signed by Benja-
min Mooers, president, and 2. |. Scully,
cashier.
The best Christmas gift to an absent
friend is this paper. 1t costs $1.25 out of
Vermont, and will remind your friends
of you 90 times during the coming year
and be like a letter from home" that
will not fail to come every week.
Election of officers for coming year
was held by j. j. Hale Post last Friday
night and resulted in the choice of ID.
". Smith, c.; d. G. Bent, S. V. c.; w.
II. Olmsted, j. V. c.; II. c. Powers,
Surg. A. j. Fisher, Chap. B. j. Hodges,
@. M; B. F. Tucker, o. D.; G. w.
Folsom, o. g.; j. S. Chandler, Adjt.;
H. l. Spoor, Serg. Maj j. L. Cook, @.
NJ. S.: A. j.. Fisher, delegate; G. w.
Folsom, alternate.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
PANTON.

David Torrey is quite sick with ty-
phoid fever.
The thermometer registered 10 below
zero Sunday morning.
Mrs. Juniette Spaulding is with her
son, Loyal, at the old home.
Mrs. Loyal Spaulding spent last week
with Mr.. and Mrs. o. II. Sherman of
Ferrisburg.
Mrs. Henry Brothers of Hinesburgh,
is with her parents, Representative and
Mrs. E. L. Stagg.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Spaulding re-
turned Saturday night from an extended
visit to friends in the west.
The sale and supper given by the
Ladies' Home Circle was held this week
Wednesday evening at the home of Mr..
and Mrs. Samuel Gaines.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
Twice as Many Eggs.

The mar who can make two spears
Of grass grow where one grew before
is certainly a benefactor. What shall
we say of a Poultry Food that makes
hens lay twice as many eggs as before?
Fred w. Frost of Lyndon, VT, says
that his hens did that after feeding
them Pages Perfected Poultry Food"
Here's his letter: "After using Pages
Perfected Poultry Food for two weeks
my hens laid more than twice as many
eggs as before. l intend to use it right
along"
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
Good Investment For Poultry Keepers

A satisfied customer is the best ad-
vertisement Il merchant can have. The
best method for obtaining such is to
give good value for the money in
vested. Herman Hayford of Eden, Vt,
follows this principle successfully with
the poultry keepers of his vicinity.
Here is a letter from him: II have
used and sold your Pages Perfected
Poultry Food for several years with
good success and never had a Gus
toner but what spoke well of it. l
consider it a good investment for those
keeping poultry"
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16

Infants Felt or Kid Moccasins.
Children's Broom.
at A Good Brush Broom.
~ Half-pound Box Good Candy.
w. Box Crystalized Ginger.
Box Washed Figs.
Children's Broom.
At Half-pound Box Mix'd Chocolates.
Pound Crisp Malaga Grapes.
] &c A Good Brush Broom.
Pound of extra nice Ribbon Candy.
Mems Black Felt Slippers.
Women's Black Felt Slippers.
At Women's Lamb Wool Soles.
Pound Fancy Mixed Nuts.
ZOC Pound Box Nice Mixed Candies.
Pound Fancy Large Figs.
Pound Nice Table Raisins
Soft Sole Baby Shoes.
A. Mems Foot Warmer Socks.
~ Women's Fine Wool Soles.
0EC Christmas Box Nabisco Waters.
Box Crystalized Ginger.
Pound Box Nice Candy Assorted.
A. Handsome Half-pound Box Candy
Pound Box Ass'd Chocolate Creams
soc a Dozen Sweet Oranges.
Baby Shoes, Colors and Pat, Soft
A. Children's Black Jersey Leggins.
~ Children's Rubbers.
S5C Pound Box Fine Chocolate Candy
Mems Carpet Slippers.
Mems Lace Leggins.
Mems Black Overgaiters.
Mems Leather Slippers.
al Mems Velvet or Felt Slippers.
EOc Women's Black Overgaiters.
Women's Felt Slippers.
Boys Knit Leggins.
Boys Velvet or Leather Slippers.
~ Girls Black jersey Leggins.
65c Boys Black Knit Leggins.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-12-16
A Good Selling Poultry Food.

The best evidence a merchant can of.
fer to prove to his customers that he
is selling an article of real merit is the
fact that he has used the article himself
with good results. Duane w. Small
of Windsor, Vt, offers this evidence to
his Poultry Food trade. Here is his
letter: 81 have sold and used Pages
Perfected Poultry Food for the past
two years and find it a good seller and
profitable food"