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Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

Everybody knows the phrase, "All
the world loves a lover" But very few
people know that Emerson said it, and
that he SAID it in a slightly different
way-"All mankind love a lover" Six
people who were tried with this quo
tation said it came from Shakespeare.
Another case of popular misquotation
was pointed out not long ago by Mr..
AinsWorth r. Spofford in a paper on
THE Folk Lore of Popular Sayings"
lie reminded his audience that the
phrase, In time of peace prepare for
war" is usually attributed to George
Washington. What Washington said
was: ITO be prepared for war is one of
the most effectual means of preserving
peace" But ages before Washington
became first in war and peace Horace
had said, "In peace, as a wise man, he
should make suitable preparation for
war" and one of the maXims Of
Publius Syrus may be translated: I'VE
should provide in peace what we need
in war YOUTHS Companion.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
n. L. HindIey Saws.

Query: Would it pay to nominate
DeBoer and take the chances of his
refusing?
Hours and minutes are trust funds.
for whose investment we are directly
responsible.
The war scene in the melodrama,
The Far East" seems to be a long time
in rehearsal.
If we abolish capital punishment of
course we will take away the pardoning
power in capital cases.
The seat of interest in criminal trials
has shifted from Bennington to Wood
stock, where the depressing Bean muir
der case is being heard.
1t is encouraging to note that, so far,
not Vermont newspaper has advocated
return to state prohibition, frank and
free as the admissions of the evils Of the
present law have been.
Thad Chapman, the irrepressible good
fellow, who has made the title of sheriff
respected in Addison county as never
before, announces that he is not looking
for reelection. Now watch the light
weights scramble and then rattle round
helplessly in Thad's shoes!
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
GOOD WORDS FOR EMERY.

Take Orange county for instance.
What better could the voters there do
for themselves in particular. and for the
state in general than to re-elect the
Hon Curtis $. Emery of Chelsea as the
senior senator. Statesmen can never be
made in sixty days it takes at least one
term for man to become accustomed
to the duties of either branch of the
legislature and the reelection of good
men means better service and fewer
mistakes, Barre Daily Telegram.
Senator Emery would be a very
valuable man for the State in the senate
If the voters of Orange county wish to
be represented in the senate by man of
great influence, whose past record is "A
guarantee of good, honest, faithful
service to his constituents, they will
return him to the senate and let some
my turn" candidate wait until more
convenient season.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

Two subway laborers were sitting on
a doorstep after their luncheon and
looking ont on the life of fashionable
thoroughfare
do you know, Bill" said Pat, "if
wor worth $14,O0O,O00 I'd hire you and
pay you $50 week
Sure, replied Bill, "and what would
ye want me to do?"
well, you see, ia buy 100000
house and you'd come around in the
morning at six o'clock and wake me
up"
That's easy enough" Bill answered;
but after a moment he said: And is
that all the job?"
Now ye'er getting down to the fine
point. You see, when you woke me up
at six o'clock I'd kick you down the
stairs and holler after you, Cit out err
here! l don't have to git up. I'm a
millionaire
Before Bill could accept the position
the whistle blew.-N. Y. Post.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

The Rutland Union Labor Signal is
responsible for this:
"a Middlebury livery man tells that
one day last summer a couple of girls
went to his livery stable and asked for a
gentle horse. as they wanted to drive out
in the country ~ few miles The man
gave them one and told them the horse
would be all right if they kept the rein
from his tail. When they returned in
the evening he asked them if they had
any trouble. ooh no, said one, "theIe
was little shower, but we had an UNI
brella and we took turns at holding it over
the horses tail, so that there was not IA
drop of ram touched it and we got along
all right"
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

Some Vermont towns-of which Proc
tor and CastIeton are good examples
are witnessing greatly increased effec-
tiveness in religious work by eliminat-
ing creeds, and the union of churches
says the News. Where there were two
or three struggling Protestant churches,
there is now one strong church. But
down in Amherst, Mass, the uniiication
of the churches has been carried even
farther so as to include the Catholic and
Episcopalian. The following is from the
CongregatiOnalist: "Wheu we see and
hear Of so many small Sunday evening
congregations we wonder why they do
not come together for this one service in
stead of trying to maintain separate
centtrs of wor- hip. Why shou d two or
three edilices within comparative ely
short distance of one another be kept
open every Sunday evening in the
winter when their united audiences
could easily be accommodated in one
structure: We are pleased to note the
union services in progress in Amherst,
Mass, held in the town hall. The
scheme originated with the Episcopal
rector. All the churches of the town
are included, Congregational, Methodist,
Baptist, Unitarian, Roman Catholic and
Episcopalian. Three services are being
held this winter, one in December, one
in February and one in April. Local
ministers and laymen make the speeches
and conduct the devotions. Such sub
jects are discussed as Responsibility of
Citizens for the Town and of the Town
for The Citizen, Neighborliness, and
Liberty and Authority. Attractive
popular music furnished, and members
of the college circle join heartily in the
services. The idea grew out of union
meetings held during Old Home week
Rev. w. f. Strong the Congregational
pastor, writes: 4 believe these services
meet distinct need of the time, though
not of course the only or the deepest
need We cite this experiment not as
an exact model for all places, but as a
token of what can be done in the
direction of unity where a spirit of unity
prevails"
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
Death of George r. Bottum,

George Roswell Bottum, cashier of the
Baxter National bank, and one of Rut-
lands most prominent business men,
died Jan. 18th as the result of an opera
ton which he underwent.
Mr.. Bottum was born at Orwell Feb
ruary Is, 1887, being the son of Judge
and Mrs. Roswell Bottum. He was
educated in the common schools of his
native town and when a young man he
entered the Orwell National bank as
teller. A year later he went to Detroit,
Mich, where he became paying teller of
the Peninsular bank. In Detroit he
remained for five years and then because
of the failure of the bank he went to
keeper for a large wholesale provision
house.
About the time the civil war began
Mr.. Bottum returned to the east and
opened "A bank at Alexandra, Va. He
was not satisfied with this venture so in
1868 he went to Brandon and organized
the First National bank, becoming its
cashier. About seven years later he re-
signed to take position as cashier of
the Brandon National bank. He re-
manned with this bank but a short time
before he went to Rutland, and in 1870
organized the Baxter National bank.
becoming "A director and cashier. both of
which positions he held at his death
Mr.. Bottum was at one time president
of the village of Rutland. He had IA
dislike for public offices and refused
many that were offered him. In Trinity
Episcopal parish he was an active worker
and at the time of his death he was IA
member of the board of vestrymen. For
several years he was senior warden of
the church.
Mr.. Bottum was register of the Rut-
land Railroad company when it was
under the control of p. w. Clement.
He was member of st. Paul lodge of
Nasons of Brandon, and was charter
member of the Rutland Country clue.
April IA. 1864, Mr.. Bottum was mar
ried to Miss Nancy II. HYDE, daughter of
Judge and Mrs. James X. Hyde of Sud
bury. He leaves, besides his wife. two
sons, James X. ii. Bottum, of Scranton.
Pa, and Frederick q. Bottum, who has
been at San Francisco for six years. but
is now home for the winter.
The funeral was largely attended from
Trinity church Sunday afternoon.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

The postmaster of the house of COM
mons tells story of his early expert
ences of postal work a good many
years ago. 1t was a London branch
office. and customer came in and
handed letter over the counter to the
young woman who was serving
stamps and who, after reading the adj
dress, said it would be tivepence. But
l have never paid more than twopence
halfpenny before objected the Gus
toner. as it overweight No, it
wasn't overweight. said the clerk, but
all letters to China were tivepence,
and as this was addressed to Dres-
den
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
MUCH SICKNESS IN NrwpoRT.

Newport drug stores filled 3,002 pre-
scriptions for liquor during the eight
months of license. OF this number ,O39
were issued by one physician and LIT
by another leaving but 7S6 for the
other eight doctors of that place. Had
this occurred under prohibition the
friends of the other side would have
laid it to the law; the fact is that the
disease can never be entirely cured by
any law, though some laws may do more
to that end than others; the root of the
difficulty lies in human hearts filled
with Astounding selfishness. Exchange.
1t is very evident the druggists feat
ure of the law is being abused as much
in Newport as ever the old town agency
was abused.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
ALL THE WORLD.

Maid, do you recall the place
Whefe the tortured waters race
Downward, downward, to the sea
In an effort to be free?
Roaring from huge stone to stone,
i'm a monotone
In some hollow where, distressed,
They have sought a moments rcst2
Maid, do you recall where you
sat and watched the varied hue
Of the waters ana the skies?
Did you know that in your eyes
Shone each tint of sky and stream?
llV'ry cvanescent CLEAN
OF the wild uncanny glen
Shone from out your eyes again.
They were there, the sky's own blue,
Little flecks of sunshine, too:
EV'ry deep and grumbling pool,
Umber-shaded hooks and cool,
Silver-bandcd swaying birch.
And the thrushes bending perch;
All were there; each vale and steep,
All the torrents rush and leap!
They were there-I know they were
Ev-ry slope of pine and fir;
cVry foam white waterfall.
For | saw them, saw them all!
And | never looked away
From your dancing eyes that day!
All the world. my world. DEAR lies
In the deeps of your blue eyes!
j. NJ Lewis, in Houston Post.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
4 NEW DEPARTURE.

Frank Munsey, the owner of the
Boston journal, announces a new de-
parture in metropolitan journalism.
The Sunday edition Of the journal will
be discontinued and he issued on Satur-
day afternoon as special number of
the Boston Evening News. Mr.. Munsey
rightly argues that the Sunday paper
sells on its special and illustrated features
rather than on its news service. and says
that the prejudice against a Sunday
paper will be overcome if it is published
on week day. The experiment will be
watched with interest, and if it is a
success will undoubtedly be followed in
other metropolitan oflices.-St. Johns
bury Caledonian.
A great many people will be pleased
with this effort ON the part of Mr..
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

Some of the state papers commend
Sheriff Thad NJ. Chapman, Of Addison
county, for his decision to withdraw
from the office at the expiration of his
present term, on the ground that he has
held the Office long enough, has had his
full share of political honors and emolu-
ments, and is inclined to give some
others, equally deserving, chance.
Certainly, the Office holders who are
generous enough to think they have had
their share, and who pull out so that
the office may be passed around are
very rare. Rutland Daily News.
There has been no better sheriff in
Vermont in many years, and his volun-
tary retirement is a distinct loss to the
state
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

Seven hundred men, women and
children joined in rabbit hunt in
Oregon the other day. They drove
10000 rabbits into an enclosure and then
slaughtered them. And they call that
sport!-Barre Daily Times.
No they did not. They called it self
defence. The rabbits were increasing so
fast and doing so much damage to the
crops that it was, slaughter the rabbits
or abandon their farms. Several western
states pay a bounty on rabbits as Yer
mont does on noXious animals. Col
orado and Kansas have to resort to the
same methods used in Oregon. What
would Williamstown farmes do with
10000 rabbits loose i'm that town?
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
DISCUSSING REAL QUESTIONS.

1t is noticeable fact that the press of
the state is today discussing moral
issues as not before for a long time
Editor Greene of the st. Adams Mes
senger breaches lengthy sermon each
day, and other members of the fraternity
follow with old fashioned exhortations.
This is better, by far than trying to
smash the mountain rule, or boom a
favorite candidate for Governor The
condition of morals in the neglected
portions of the state may well excite
comment, and the churches may here
find missionary ground as much as in
Timbucto or Far Jathay. Barre Tele-
gram.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

The January issue of the Rudder is of
special interest to every camper and
boat user 1t is full of interesting arti-
Giles and every issue contains some
article on boats, either how to build or
care for them, that is worth a years
subscription. Among articles already
published are "How to Build Racer
for 500" GLOW to Buildl a Small Sloop;'
GLOW to Build Knock-a-Bout;" "How
to Build Motor Launch, and all about
motors etc. 1t is the only practical
magazine for boat lovers. The Rudder
Pub. Co.. 8 Murray street, New York.
The March issue will contain pages of
advts. of boats, launches, etc, for
sale.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

The MorrisvIle Messenger suggests the
name of Hon. c. p. Smith, of Burliug-
ton, as one of the delegates to the Re
publican National convention. No
better name could he suggested. His
wide acquaintance through the west
with fnanciers and bankers, aHd his
close relationship to Hon. Leslie NJ.
Shaw, would make him an influential
delegate. lie is for Roosevelt, first, last
and all the time.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
OF VERMONT,

STATE OF VERMONT,
oDIsTRICr OF ADDISON. IS.
The Probate Court for the District of Addi-
son:
To all persons interested in the estate OF
Marietta q. Mather, late of Orwell, in said
district, deceased. Greeting.
BY the authority of the State of Vermont,
you are hereby notified to appear before the
said PROBATE Court, Mt the Probate ONCE in
Middlebury, in sad District on the >th day of
February. A ID. 1904, ut 10 Il, m to show cause,
IL any you have, why the account of John +.
Weeks. SPECIAL Administrator of the estate
OF said deceased should not be allowed, and
also why the residue of said estate should
not be distributed TO the parties entitled
thereto.
Dated at Middlebury, in said district this
18th day OF January, A. ID. 1904.
FRANK W. THOMAS, Register.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

The people of Addison county have a
great deal to be thankful for at the pres
ent time. -Vergennes Vermonter.
Right you are, neighbor. Good crops
and good prices make the farmers
happy. Plenty of work at better wages
than in the past make the working men
happy and both in turn, having more
money to spend, make all business bet
ter. No hard times or business depres-
sion in Addison county.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
A Very CLOSE CALL.

Il stuck to my engine, although every
joint ached and every nerve was racked
with pain" writes c. w. BeIamy, a To-
connective fireman, of Burlington, Iowa,
Il was weak and pale. without any
appetite and all run down. As | was
about to give up. got bottle of Electric
Bitters, and after taking it, felt as well
as ever did in my life Weak, sickly,
run down people always gain new life,
strength and vigor from their use Try
them. Satisfaction guaranteed by W.
Fl. Sheldon. Price 80 cents.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

Vermont can certainly be depended
upon to do something at the st. Louis
exposition We hear it rumored that
Gov. j. G. Mccullough is personally
interesting himself in the matter and
may erect building with his own per-
sonal Waterbury Record.
MAY" is good, but will not is better.
Vermont does not wish her excellent
governor to make any such self.sacri-
flee.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
DOMESTIC TROUBLES.

1t is exceptional to find family where
there are no domestic ruptures occasion
ally, but these can be lessened by having
DR. Kings New Life Pills around. Much
trouble they save by their great work in
Stomach and Liver troubles. They not
only relieve you, but cure 25c at W.
ii. Sheldon's drug store.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

IT WAS a GOVERNMENT THERMOMETER.
North Thetford, which reports "A record
Of 60 degrees below zero during this
weeks cold snap, carries off the banner,
surely enough; but whether for frgidity
or prevarication, there is yet some doubt.
-Wndham County Reformer.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
NORTHFIELD NEWS.

The Free Press heard considerable
political talk among the farmers dur
ing the agricultural meetings in Bur
lington last week. We thought political
talk at public gatherings was confined
strictly to the Fish and Game league
meetings.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
Pr y,eC1
To B G r G | e a S G d
From Life.
Almost Insane From
Nervousness
DIR. Miles Nervine Ny
Salvation.
Nervousness SIS.

Do you enjoy life, or do you sleep so poorly
that you are more tired when you get up
Than VIII n YOU go to bel is Your appetite
failing aIe Won getting thin; docs your head
ache, back ache, eyes tire easily? These are
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81 was almost insane with nervous trouble.
Could not eat or sleep. Could see no pleas
ure in life; indeed life was burden to me,
and | even prayed God to release me from
it. Three doctors did all they could for me,
all to no purpose | was in despair Of ever
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Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

Munsey to furnish good clean paper
printed late Saturday that will take the
place of the cheap Sunday newspaper,
that is a newspaper only in name.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

Rutland railroad preferred sold this
week in Boston for $37 per share
Parties who are in position to know
what the road is earning are picking
this stock. up as fast as it is offered
as an investment
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
NOTICE.

The annual meeng of the Vermont
Merno Sheep Breeders association will
be held at the Addison house. Middle
bury, on Wednesday, Jan, ~, 1904 at II
O'Clock, a. m. 3w2
CYRUS III. SMITH, Pres.
IRA l.. HANIBLIN, Sec.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
NOTE AND COMMENT.

The man who swore off on cigars Jan
uaTy |, said he wouldn't have broken his
resolution so soon if the furnace hadn't
smoked every morning st. Johnsbury
Republican,
We thought you had more back bone,
Bro. Walter.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
WONDERFUL NERVE

Is displayed by many man enduring
pains of accidental Cuts, Wounds.
Bruises, Burns, Scads, Sore Feet or Stiff
Joints. But there's no need for it.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve will kill the pain
and cure the trouble. Its the best 5alve
on earth for piles, too. 25c at w. IL.
Sheldon's, druggist.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

N. f. RIDER Co., Dear Sir:
have used your Stewards Cough Cure for the
past three years. and consider it the best cure
ever used. | would be willing to pay 81
a bottle rather than go without it.
Yours truly, c. b. DRAKE.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

This issue is delayed by the failure of
the electric power on account of the
severe cold weather.-Northfield News.
Mortified has always had the reputa-
ton of being the coolest place on earth,
but when it comes to freezing up as hot
stuff as electricity-whewl 1t makes
us SILVER to think of Mortified.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
KEY TO SUCCESS.

The successful business man is the
one who keeps everlastingly at it. just
look around you and see if we are not
right Waterbury Record
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

There are said to be SO kinds of auto
mobiles on the market, but a horse is
just a horse still,-Barre Daily Times.
There are horses and horses, and there
is as much or more difference between a
pure bred Morgan and some of the scrub
types as between the autos.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22

St. Louis gets the Democratic National
convention, and July is the date. The
Hearst boom is the most prominent just
now.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
TRY M1DDLEBURY WATER.

Bennington has the best and purest
water supply to be found in the United
States but still there are few who
insist ON taking beer.-Bennington Ban
ner.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
ALL WILL JOIN
BETTER BREED AND BLOOD.

There is marrying enough, Heaven
knows but it is not of the best kind
st. Adams Messenger.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
SPIKE 1T DOWN.

If you haven't turned over "A new page
do so at once, and us an extra precaution
spike it down.-Barton Monitor.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
Pains in the Back

Are symptoms Of weak, torpid or
stagnant condition of the kidneys or
liver, and are q warning it is extremely
hazardous to neglect, SO important
is a healthy action of these organs.
They are commonly attended by loss
of energy, laca o. courage, and some
times by gloomy foreboding and de-
spondency.
al had pains in my back, could not sleep
and when 7 got mp in the morning felt
worse than the night before. | began TAX
ing Hoods Sarsaparilla and now | can
sleep and get up feeling rested and able to
do my work. l attribute my cure entirely
to Hoods Sarsaparlla." Mrs. J. n PERRY,
care II. 5. Copeland, Pike Road, Ala.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
Hoods JdrSapdriild
and Pills

Cure kidney and liver troubles, relieve
the back, and build up the whole system.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-01-22
SPIRIT OF THE PRESS.

Opinions of Lending Vermont Papers
Printed as News without Endorse
ment.
ALL WILL JOIN.
Three cheers for Col. S. A. Ilsley, of
Middlebury. Vermonter