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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Worlds Fair Arrangements.

Mr.. G.. T. Bell of the Grand Trunk
Railway System, has returned from the
American General Passenger and Ticket
Agents Special Convention at st. Louis,
ut which Worlds Fair arrangements and
excursions were considered by the trans
portation lines of the country in pre-
iiminary way, in conjunction with the
st. Louis terminal railroads and the
Executive of the Exposition. This con-
sultation will aid materially the various
passenger traffic associations in dealing
with the subject definitely and more in
detail. 1t was recognized at st. Louis
that the conditions would require each
group of lines to act separately and for
This purpose the New England, Trunk
Line and Central Passenger Associations
are meeting in New York this week.
At the Banquet rendered by the Bust
ness Mems League of ST. Louis to the
Visiting Officials, Mr.. Bell spoke in be
half of the Canadian lines which were
complimented by the Worlds Fair OH
Gals for the comparatively large amount
of publicity already given with the oblec
of promoting the success of the Fair
upon which there has already been spen
by the Exposition Company fifteen mil
| lion dollars, aside from the millions be
ing spent by each State and Territory
foreign countries, individual exhibitor
and concessionaires, which will bring tn
total I'D to fifty millions. Mr.. Bells an
nouncement that the Grand Trunl
would operate during the Fair double
daily service bt tween Canada's metropo
| lis, Montreal, and st. Louis passini
through the leading cities of the Do
minion including Toronto, Hamilton
London, ETC., was greeted with mucI
satisfaction by the business men an
officers of the Fair present at the ban
IQuet.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
New Toothpick Mill at Dixfield.

1t is announced that work is to begin
at once at Dixfeld on the construction
of a new toothpick mill by the estate of
Charles Forster, upon the site on Webb's
river. where the former mill was burned
January 6.
The contract was awarded Tuesday to
the w. |. White Building company OF
Rumford Falls, and Mr. White spent
Tuesday at Dixtield looking over the
ground, preparatory to putting crew
at work at once.
The new mill is to be of the same
size as the burned one. The dimensions
of the main building will be about IS
feet long by As feet wide, three story,
or two above the street. The building
will be of mill construction, and while
it will not be of greater capacity, it will
be a more up-to-date and better equip,
ped mill in all probability. A system OF
automatic sprinklers will be installed,
with a large tank situated on the hill
above the mill office. The boilers are to
be moved outside the main mill building,
and installed in separate structure.
The new mill will rest on the old founda'
ton.
1t is expected that work can be begun
inside the mill before the first OF June,
although the building will not be entire,
" complete by that time.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
A Bit of Curran's Wit.

An lrisnman loves joke so well
that he keeps the memory of good
one always green. In IL book OF recal.
iections by an old member OF the Irish
parliament is an amusing illustration
of Curran'S ready wit.
\ certain judge, Lord NorbUry. was
famous for the alacrity Wit, Which H.
condemned prisoners to death when
he might have pronounced more
merciful st Ttence. On one occasion
when he WAS dining in public with the
foremost members of the Dublin bar
he helped himself to some meat. ut the
same time asking:
us this hung beef?"
Not yet said Curran quickly.
"Your lordship has not tried it,"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Ioxina paIa LIN MiaerY.

Two cots stood side by side In the
Emergency hospital. On one was the
form of man. a great big, strong
looking fellow On the other was the
figure of boy. little fellow not more
than ten years of age. The head OF
each was swathed In bandages. and
while the man bore his suffering in 81
lence the boy cried and moaned and
sobbed.
whats the matter, sonnyT" asked
the man as the boy cried aloud.
81 fell off roof" was the answer
the lad returned between his sobs.
"Hurrah for you!" returned the man.
~ fell down ships hatch. Let's
shake"
An hour later the nurse came into
the ward and walked over to the cots.
Both the patients were sound asleep
and in the hairy fist of the sailor rest
ed the tiny hand of his little compan-
ion in misery San Francisco Call.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Representative to the Legislature.

Francis n. Packard, NJ. D., of West
Paris. will be candidate for representa-
tive to the next legislature. The claim
ot locality will be strenuously made by
the Republicans Of the west and north
ends Of the town. They call attention
to the fact that in the past thirty-four
years the town Of Paris has been repre-
scented in sixteen sessions of the legisla-
ture. The central portion of the town
has had the representative seven times,
South Paris six times, and West Paris
three times. The friends of DIR. Packard
claim that West Paris waived no rights
two years ago by not having candidate
in the field any more than South Paris
waived rights for the same reason. IL it
is 10 be conceded that by right the nomi-
nation should have gone to West Paris in
1902, the mere fact of not presenting
candidate should bar no subsequent
rights. The north and west ends of the
town invariably have thrown stronger
Republican vote in proportion to popula-
ton than any other section of the town,
and yet have had much smaller repre-
sentation as mentioned above.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

Boston Advertiser: Congressman Lit
tlefield of Maine became a national flg-
ure second time in as meteoric man
ner as when he made his debut in the
House. He was practically the only
man who aroused his colleagues to the
ridiculous spectacle they would make in
voting the $3.50, 200 mileage grab, and he
SO directed his opposition that when the
final vote was taken every representative
was on his side. 1t was a brilliant
achievement, and ranks with his attack
on the coal trust. Littlefield won great
err distinction within the first ten days
of his national career than most con-
gressmen do in ten years, and he has
been able to maintain the pace which he
set at the beginning.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Fire at StOneham.

The buildings of Rev. E. w. Pond, on
the shore of the lake just above East
Stoneham, were destroyed by fire about
midnight Tuesday, the 10th inst. Mr..
Pond was alone at the time, his wife
having recently gone to visit her parents
at her former home in Massachusetts,.
Mr.. Pond was wakened from sleep by his
little dog, bu. not till escape from his
sleeping room was impossible except by
the window. One or two hastily picked
up bundles and the horse, sleigh and
harness from the stable, were the only
things saved. The property was fairly
well insured.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Crab Shells as Barometers.

A curious barometer is said to be
used by the remnant of the Araucanian
race which inhabits the southernmost
province OF Chile. 1t consists of the
cast off shell Of crab. The dead shell
is white in fair. dry weather, but the
approach of moist atmosphere is indi'
Gated by tie appearance Of small red
spots. AS the moisture in the air in
,reases the shell becomes entirely red
and remains so throughout the rainy
season.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

Land Agent Ring is speaking good
word for the present winter, on the
ground that it is the most favorable fol
several seasons for the numbering opera.
tons of the up country region. He says
There are about three feet of snow in
the woods, tie cutting is nearly com,
pleted, the yarding we'll along and il
promises to be very favorable spring
for the driving operations" Verify il
is an i'll wind that blows nobody any
good, and it is refreshing this winter to
come across somebody who has no kick
coming as to the efforts of the weather
regulator.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Peculiar Highland Remedies

A popular highland remedy for both
consun ption and general debility WAS
what is known rs sudh nan cabar tEe
Juice of Geers' hOrns). These Were
gathered in the hills when the animals
cast them in the springtime. They
were boiled for some hours and the
Juice thus obtained bottled after being
strained. Candy sugar and whisky are
usually added To ii nowadays. Crabs
shells pulveriZcd and eaten on bread
and butter were used for consumption
asthma and whooping cough in tho
IIcbrides.- Calcdonian Medical Jour
nal
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Robbers Make Use of This Herb.

In New Caledonia there is said to be
IN herb which has the rare property
of revealing ones secrets. II is known
as the Datnri stramcnium and has
white flowers and rough berries full OF
dark grains. They are treated of in the
Annals of Hygiene and Colonial Med
icine." \ person who has swallowed
the tea made of this herb will after
falling asleep tell where his money is
hidden and will also arise and go di'
rect to where his treasure is concealed
Robbers often use this tea as Knockout
drops with which to rob their victims.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Bankrupt's Petition for Discharge.

In the matter Of
HOMER BARRON, In Bankruptcy.
Bankrupt
To the HON. CLARENCE HALE, Judge of the
District Court of the United States for the
District of Maine:
TONER BARRON of Norway, In the County
III of oxford, and State of Maine, In
said District, respectfully represents, that on
the 23rd day Of August. 1902, he was duly
adjudged bankrupt under the Acts of Congress
relating to bankruptcy; that he has duly sur
and has fully compiled with all the requirements
of said cts and of the orders of Court touching
his bankruptcy. -,
Wherefore he prays, that he may be decreen
debts provable against his estate under SAIL
bankruptcy Acts, except such debts as are ex-
cepted by law from such discharge.
Dated this 18th day Of February, A.. ID: 1901.
UnNTEp RtRRnE RankruDt
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Sleen For InsOmn in,

Patient-Can you give me something
for insomnia? Physician can rec
ommend something. which amounts to
the same thing. Patient-For heavens
sake, tell me ut once. Physician
There is, in fact. only one sovereign
remedy for sleeplessness, and that Is
sleep. Three dollars, please.-Boston
Transcript.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

Ara Cushman, one of the leading bust
ness men of Auburn, dropped dead on
the street in that city Monday afternoon.
Mr.. Cushman was large shoe manu-
facturer, prominent in many business
enterprises, and a leading worker for the
Universalist church in the state.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

1t is reported by DR.. J. F. True 4 Co.,
of Auburn, Me-, that 1889 bottles OF
DIR. True's Elixir were sold during JAN
uary in the New England States alone.
The steadily increasing sale of this we'll.
known remedy seems to indicate that
the prophet is sometimes honored in his
own country after all.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
500 Reward $Ioo.

The readers of this paper will be pleased to
learn that there Is at least one dreaded disease
that science has been able to cure In all its
stages, and that is Catarrh HAIRS Catarrh lure
IL the only positive cure known TO the medical
fraternity Catarrh being a constitutional dis
ease requires constitutional treatment HAIRS
/ atsrrh Cure is taken internally. acting directly
upon the blood and mucous surfaces OF the s Y!
disease, and giving the patient strength by
building up the constitution and assisting
nature In doing its work. The proprietors have
SO mu h faith in its curative powers that tney
offer One Hundred Dollars for any case that II
fails to cure. Send for II of testimonials -
+. j. CHENEY Il CO., Toledo, U
ss-Sold by Druggists. price 75c. per bottle.
Hall'a Family Pills are the best.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
South Paris, Me.
pRORaTE NOTICES.

TO all persons interested in either of the Estate
hereinafter named:
At Probate Court held at Paris. in ant
for the County of Oxford, on the third Tuesday o
February, In the year Of our Lord one thousant
nine hundred and four. The following matter
having been presented for the action thereupor
herenaf ter indicated. II is hereby ORDERED:
That notice thereof be given to all persons in
terested, by causing copy of this order to bt
published three weeks successfully In the OK
ford Democrat. a newspaper published at South
Paris, in said County, that they may appear at
Probate Court TO be held al sai1 I ,ad OF
Of the clock In the forenoon, and be heard there
on II they see cause.
MARY A RIDLON, late of Porter, deceased
will and petition for probate thereof presented
by John s. Ridlon, the executor therein named
SUSAN NJ. BRYANT, late of Sumner. de
ceased; petition for determination of collateral
inheritance tax presented by John Robinson, al
ministrator.
WILLIAM NJ. SHAW, late of Paris, deceased
petition for an allowance out of persona
estate presented by Lillian A. Shaw, widow.
IVY l. HoDGDON. ward, of Hiram first
account presented for allowance by Alexander
Z. Copp, guardian.
ALPHEUs C. MORSE, late of oxford, de
ceased first account presented for allowance py
James fl. Glover. administrator.
CYNTHIA 3. ATKINS, late Of Peru, de
ceased; final account presented for allowance by
John X. Trask, administrator.
ANN r. RAY, late of Paris, deceased; first
account presented for allowance by James 5
Wright, executor.
ADDISON e. HERRICK,
Judge of said Court.
A true copy-Attest:-
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

When you feel blue and that every
thing goes wrong, take dose of Cham
berlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets
They will cleanse and invigorate YOU
stomach, regulate your bowels, give yot
a relish for your food and make you fee
that in this old world is good place t.
live. For sale by Shurtleff & Co., Soutl
Paris; Stevens, Oxford; Noyes Drug
Store, Norway.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
ORDER OF NOTICE THEREON.

DISTRICT OF MAINE, So.
ON this 10th day of Feb, A. ID. 1904, on read
ing the foregoing petition, 1t is
Ordered by the Court, that nearing DC ha n
mon the same on the 18th day Of Mar, a. ID
lap4, before sad Court at Portland, in said us
trict, at 10 O'Clock in the forenoon; and tha'
notice thereof he published In The oxford Dem
ocrat, newspaper printed In said District, anu
interest, may appear at the said time and place
and show cause, If any they have, why tht
pray er Of said petitioner should not be granted
And 1t Is further Ordered by the Court, tina, tht
copies of said petition and this order, addressed
to them ut their places of residence as statel
WI ness the Hon. CLARENCE HALE. Judg'
of the said Court, and the real thereof. ut Fort
land, in said District, on the 10th day ot rep'
A. ID. 1904. ,,,,,yry c,o.,.
LIS. MES r. hEN .Ioih'
a true copy of petition and order thereon
Attest JAMES L. HEWEf, CLERK.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

The best physic. "Once tried and you
will always use Chamberlain's Stomach
and Liver Tablets" says William A.
Girard, Pease, Vt. These Tablets are
the most prompt, most pleasant and
most reliable cathartic in use. For sale
by Shurtleff & Co., South Paris; Ste
vens, Oxford; Noyes Drug Store, Norway
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Lucky Dog.

my luck is the best any man ever
had"
THE deuce it ISL
Eyes. sir. A girl refused me yester,
day. and | see by the morning paper
that her father has lost all his money"
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that sh,
has been duly appointed executrix OF the
last will and testament of o.
in the County OF Oxford, deceased, ana givef
bonds as the law directs. All persons nav
ing demands against the estate OF said ae
ceased are desired to present the same ioi
settlement and all indebted thereto are requested
to make ayment Immediately.
MARTHA A. HATHAWAY.
Feb. 18th, 1904.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Died.

In BuckAeld, Feb, Mrs. W. W. Tuitle. .,
In Bethel, Feb. 10, William Tyler, agea o.
In Hiram, Feb. /, William F. Ordway, aged
about 81 years. s oc
In Norway, Feb. II, Luke d. Moore, aged u
years, Is days. u.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that she
has been duly appointed Administrative with
the will annexed Of the estate OF
COLUMBIA COLE, late OF Paris,
in the County of oxford, deceased, and given
bonds as the law directs. All persons havlne
desired In present the same for settlement and
ali indebted thereto are requested to make pay
ment Immediately. ,,rr,
Feb. 18th, 1904. ELLA e. iofihH'
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that he
has been duly appointed administrator OF the
ARPHIA NJ. EDGECOMB, late OF Porter,
in the County of oxford, deceased, and given
bonds as the law directs. All persons having
desired TO present the same for settlement, ana
all Indebted thereto are requested to make pay
ment Immediately.
Feb. 18th, 1904. PELEG L. WADS"ohlh'
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that he hai
been duly appointed executor OF the last VIII ah'
testament OF
JOHN S. DUNN, late Of oxford,
In the County Of Oxford, deceased. All person!
having demands against the estate OF said lie
ceased are desired to present the same for settle
ment. and all indebted thereto are requested Il
make payment Immediately
Feb 10th, 1904. MORRlS CLAIM
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
AnaMsoN,s RorANIC BALsAM

will Break up Cold, Stop Cough, Allay imam
nation, Reduce Swollen Tonsils, Heal Sort
Throat and Prevent serious complications, wh'ct
lead to consumption. We have over 10000 test
monials. u never fails. Sold by all druggists
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Personal.

Hon. George d. Bisbee of Rumford
Falls was elected president OF the Maine
State Bar Association at its annual meet
ing in Auburn Wednesday.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
MA s. RICHARDS
- :, o f'1Itavy
Graduate Philadelphia Optical
College.
SOUTH PARIS, ME.
Wanted.
NOTICE,
NOTICE,

Tho subscriber hereby gives notice that h,
has been duly appointed administrator will
the will annexed of the estate OF
JOHN y. DENNES, late OF oxford,
In the County of oxford, deceased, and glyei
bonds IA the law directs. All persons having
demands against the estate Of said deceased arr
desired to present the same for settlement, anC
ali indebted thereto are requested to make pay
ment Immediately. r>,>,pv
Feb. 10th, 1904. w. w pbNNEN'
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Nothing More Dangerous.

Than Cutting Corns The Foot Ease sani-
tary Corn Plasters cure by absorption. Some
thing entirely new. The sanitary oil and vapors
10 the work. Sold by all Druggists, &c. or by
mail. Sample mailed FREE. Address, Allen
8. Olmsted. lie Roy, n. Y.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
uo,h s.,x,. SWEAT Powder, for Children,

Successfully use by Mother Gray, nurse In the
Chiidren's Home in New York. Cure Feverish.
ness, Bad Stomach, Teething Disorders; move
Over 10 OeO testimonials They nerer fail. At all
druggists, 25c sample FREE. Address, Allen
s. Olmsted, e Roy, N. Y.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

The Kelley Institute in Portland, Me-,
on Munjoy Hill, is successfully curing
drunkards and drug users.
jun03ly
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
Married.

In Canton, Feb. IL, by Rev. w. w. Blanchard
Mr.. Albion p. Russell and Miss Beatrice T.
Stubbs, both of Canton.
in AndOver, Fen. Is, by Rev. Samuel Holden
Mr.. Harvey e. Hall and Miss Bertha M. hich
ards, both Of Andover.
In oxford, Feb. Is, by Roscoe +. Staples, Esq.
Mr.. Arthur Z. Wight and Miss Nellie 4. Fogg
both of Oxford.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

The subscriber hereby gives notice that she ha:
been duly appointed eXecutrix of the last Will
and testament OF
ZEBINA G. WHITNEY, late Of Denmark.
In the County Of oxford, deceased. All per
sons having demands against the estate of salt
deceased are desired to present the same fol
settlement, and all indebted thereto are request
Ell 10 make payment Immediately.
Feb 10th, 1904. ELEANOR +. KIMBALL.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that he has
been duly appointed administrator OF the estate
HENRY F. BRICKETT, late Of Andover.
in the County of oxford, deceased, and given
bonds as the law directs. All persons having
desired 10 present the same for settlement, and
ali Indebted thereto are requested to make pay
ment Immediately. ,
| Feb. 10th, 1904. HIRAM ID. Abbofr.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

t.a,r. Town east IS 81 A. ~. ,daliy. sundays
--.r.it.i.. "a .lU A. A. 80 2 N. sunday oniy
..tr
....rs up we-ll-lO 90 A "a. sts p. N, "a
b. 81 daily. sundays inciudc'b. sunday only,
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23
SLEIGH FOR SALE.

Good style sleigh, in fine condi
ton and newly painted. AT An
drews House, South Paris.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

The warrant for annual town meeting
calls for action on "a articles. Art. 80 is
see if the town will vote to pay the mem
bers of the school board the sum of $50
each per year. Article 81, to see if the
town will vote to reimburse the over
seers of the poor of 1902 to the extent
of 1925, the amount paid by them in
settlement of the Russell F. Merrill and
Vera Merrill suits.
Charles r. Smith of Portland was in
town the first of the week visiting his
sister, Edith NJ. Smith.
The village schools closed this week
for two weeks vacation.
Norway Changers and all their friends
were out Saturday in force. A most
delightful and abundant chicken-pie din
ner was served at Ryerson Hall. The
meeting was of marked interest for all.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1904-02-23

F-.. congregational Church. Rev. W. y
..r..s H.. a. d.. pastor. Preaching services, 10 "a
h. u trH os p. n, sunday school ~ ~ Y
SO Eater. n. Church prayer meeting on
T.....rv evening 10 -iI o'clock. Al, Dot Other
~. runnectcJ. arr cordially invited.
g..r..iIst church, Rev. A. ". POttle. Pastor
I'M. -ua-aE. morning prayer merung, y ~ A.
,...,..i. hiu- service 10 IS An sabbath school
D. 81 EuwOrth League Meeting, o Is p. NJ
..riBs PRAYER meeting 4. NJ, prayer meeting
Ig,..ae evening, class meeting, Friday evening
g..fist church. Rev "a. :. Pinkham, Pastor
.iu -.u as preaching service 10 - A. N, sac
Adj I1o u n. PRAYER meeting . % ?. M
..r.. ...r meeting TUESDAY evening.
lrtytf-aII.t church, Rev. J. II. Little, Pastor.
p-ra. hing service every sunday at 30 4. N.
sunday school at 5 81 2. NJ. Evening service, Z
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;Thc oxford pemocrat.
SOUTH PARIS.

SOUTH pAus PosT 0FTIOE.
nrsr Hours 5NA.N to5@r.
gKAsp rRUSN KAILwAf.
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NOTICE.,

A true copy-Attest:-
ALBERT d. PARK, Registe
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