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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
PROBATE NOTICES.

To all persons Interested in either of the Estate
hereinafter named:
At a Probate Court, held at Paris, in and
for the County of Oxford, on the third Tuesday Of
Oct, In the year Of our Lord one thousand
nine hundred and five. The following matter
having been presented for the action thereupon
hereinafter indicated. It ia hereby ORDERED:
That notice thereof be given to all persons In
terested, by causing a copy Of this order to be
published three weeks successfully In the OK.
ford Democrat, q newspaper published at South
Paris, in said County, that they may appear at a
Probate Court to be held at said Paris. on the
third Tuesday of November, A. ID. 1905. at p
OF the clock In the forenoon, and be heard there
on II they see cause.
STEPHEN s. PACKARD, late Of Albany, de-
ceased first account presented for allowance by
4. r. Smith, administrator.
MAGGIE CORDwELL, of Paris; petition
that her name be changed to Maggie Glover pre-
sented by said Maggie Cordwell.
ADDISON z. HERRICK, Judge Of said Court
true copy-Attest:
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
Couldn't Break the News.


Senator Dubois Of Idaho was United
States marshal there during the Terri
torial days. A certain tenderfoot from
the East came to Blackfoot with large
roll of money to buy ranch, but fell
into the hands of well-known gambler
who got him into q poker game.
1.-THE gambler bet 81 on hand" sale
Senator Dubois, land the tenderfoo'
raised him $12.
"I'll just raise that $780," said The
gambler, showing in his money.
To the establishment of everybody
the tenderfoot saw the raise.
"What on earth have You got, any
way" asked the surprised gambler.
"a pair of kings" answered the
tenderfOot, showing them.
"Say, Bill" said the gambler, turning
to friend with look of disgust on hi
face, "tell him they're good can't
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

bLACh EASLs
friends, MY friend, Mr.. Biggest-in-the
Bunch, and l ate gravel together yes
terday," or when l dined with Mrs
Head the Sand at Castle Cranky
Crow" Every new ostrich on the des
ert was soon aware that they were
sizing him up. Their good parents hat
warned them of their folly. saying NJ
good would come Of It, but they Were
set in their pride and refused instruc
ton.
One day while walking out for thu
air they saw coming toward them
new figure in the desert. 1t was al
ostrich of enormous size. He had pc
culiar feet and legs and carried hi
head very stifiiy.
at must be General Nincumpoop,
said the ostrich.
"Or Major Stick-in- the-mud," said tn
other
AT any rate" said both together
I'VE can't afford to miss bis acquaint
ance." The figure stood nodding 1T
head, and they both advanced towart
him.
But when they came close by the!
grew suspicious, for out from the feath
ers there came great black face ant
two large black hands.
Terrified, they started to run, blu
It was too late, for behind tree wa
an ostrich hunter with lasso, VIII
soon had them both in his power.
Love Of notoriety was their ruin.-St
Louis Post Dispatch.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

There are a number of so-called So
ciety women in New York to-day who
are indulging in q fad which they con-
slider Is of great benefit to them physical
ly and mentally. They are sleeping In
hammocks, which are hung In their bed
rooms. These hammocks are fitted up
most luxuriously and are made to re-
semble more couch than an ordinary
hammock. In the bottom is placed an
eider-down silk quilt, doubled three
times to make 1t soft; there are two
feather pillows with dainty lace and
muslin covering; . fine blanket and
sheet and another eider-down bsd-quilt
complete this most luxurious resting
place. The hammocks are made to hang
stationary and are tied to screw In the
wall by means Of cord with silk COW
ering. This IL q fad which IL being
much talked Of in New York society to-
day.-Nsw Idea.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
A Full Stop.

A returned traveller who spent hall
Of his holiday in tour Of Ireland
brought back sample Of the happy
go-lucky wit Of the Irish "jarvey" OF
driver. In breakneck race down 9
hill he suddenly realized that the spir
tied little Irish mare was running
away.
Pull her up" he shouted sxcitedly.
Hold tight, your honor" returned
the jarvey easily.
Pull her up" again commanded the
traveller, making grab for the reins.
"For your life don't touch the reins,
the jarvey answered without tighten
Ing his grip. "Sure, they're as rotten
as pears"
The traveller made ready to jump
but the Jarvey laid soothing hand on
his shoulder.
"Slt easy" he said reassuringly. "I'll
turn her into the river at the bridge
Lelow here Sure. that'll stop her."
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

No. 31O.-Hidden Name Pu.xle.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

A teacher In one of the Portland
schools tells q story about class OF
boys who were being examined In geog-
raphy. Turning to one of them who
had been particularly smart during the
examination, the teacher asked: "What
is the axis of the earthp"
"An imaginary line which passes from
one pole to the other and on which the
earth revolves," answered the boy
promptly.
every good" exclaimed the teacher,
much pleased. "And could you hang
clothes on that line?''
Eyes, ma'am," was the unexpected
reply.
"Indeed," exclaimed the teacher,
rather disappointed; land what sort OF
clothes?"
"Imaginary clothes. ma'am.''
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
Odd Mention.

Why is the figure 8 like peacocki
Because 1t Is nothing without Its tail.
The road which leads to success Is
macadamized with grit and sand.
The man who always keeps his word
shouldn't be called selfish.
"a word to the wise may be sufi.
Client" but has anybody discovered
which word 1t is?
Warm. words are often responsible
for a cool feeling.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
To Clean Greasy Glasses,

A thick paste made of soda and water
is excellent to clean glasses in which ice
cream or any greasy substance has been
standing. It in too great hurry to
make paste, dip your fingers in water
and then in dry soda and rub around the
part of the glass to which the grease ad-
heres and notice how quickly It will dis
appear, also how the glass will shine
after this treatment. Lamp chimneys
will shine like crystal treated in this
manner.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
NOTICE..

In the District Court Of the United States for the
District of Maine. In Bankruptcy.
In the matter of
of Rumford Falls, Bankrupt
To the creditors of Loring II. Roberts In the
County of Oxford and district aforesaid:
Oct, A. d. 1905, the said Loring II. Roberts
was duly adjudicated bankrupt; and that the first
meeting Of his creditors will be held at the
Court House, in South Paris. on the 18th
day of November, A. d.. 1905: at 10 O'Clock
creditors may attend, prove their claims,
appoint trustee, examine the bankrupt,
and transact such other business as may
properly come before said meeting.
South Paris, Oct. 30, 1906
GEO. A. WILSON,
Referee In Bankruptcy.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
40 ApimaI Story for
Little Folks
Too Fond of Not0riety

There were two little Ostriches living
OH the border Of desert who had be-
come possessed Of great fondness for
being among the notables. They want
ed people to feel that they moved In
the best society. They longed to be
seen in company with the celebrated
Mr.. so-and-so. They always took
great pleasure in saying to their
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

Was not this Chicago merchant justi
fed? 81 hear you have discontinued the
custom of giving your clerks a raise
when they take wife," said the visitor
II have, indeed" replied the great
merchant.
"Why SOP"
"Well, the last clerk was Mormon
and came for a raise four times in q
month";"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
No. 313.-PreHx PussIe.

/. Prefix a syllable and change
blemish into tyrant.
2. Prefix a syllable and change al
offense into neglect.
3. Prefix syllable and change de
gree into disgrace.
4. Prefix a syllable and change t.
fold into to grow less.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
NOTICE.

In the District Court of the United States for the
District Of Maine. In Bankruptcy.
In the matter OF
GUY POWERS, In Bankruptcy
of Woodstock, Bankrupt.
To the creditors Of Guy Powers In the
County of Oxford and district aforesaid:
Notice is hereby given that on the 2lst day OF
Oct, A. d. 1905, the said Guy Powers was
duly adjudicated bankrupt, and that the first
meeting of his creditors will be held at the Court
House, In South Paris, on the sth day Of Nov.
A. d. 1905, at 10 O'Clock in the forenoon, at which
time the said creditors may attend, prove their
claims, appoint trustee. examine the bankrupt
come before said meeting.
South Paris, Oct. %, 1905.
GEO. A. WILSON,
Referee In Bankruptcy
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
An Incident Of the Road.
fHarner'a Weekly0

An automobilist who was touring
through the country saw walking ahead
of him a man followed by dog. As
the machine drew near them the dog
started suddenly to cross the road; he
was hit by the car and killed immediate.
ly. The motorist stopped his machine
and approached the owner. "I'm very
sorry, my MAI, that this has happened u
he said. "Will s. fix it?"
"Oh, yes" said the man; "$5 will fiji
it, guess"
Pocketing the money as the car disap
peared in the distance, he looked down
at the dead animal.
81 wonder whose dog it was," he said
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14


When the following words have been
triply beheaded the initials Of the re
naming words will spell the name OF
a great general.
1. Triply behead dismissal from Of
fee and leave to accuse.
2. Triply behead competent and leave
qualified.
8. Triply behead pacified and leave
relieved.
4. Triply behead a Counterpart and
leave to unfurl.
8. Triply behead certain aromatic
seeds and leave at a distance.
@. Triply behead scOrched and leave
a color.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
No. S11.-Dia4onal.
o o o o o o
o Q o o o o
o o 0 o o o
o o o . o o
o o o o . O
q O O O O Q

The diagonal, beginning with the
upper left hand letter, names pleas
ant season.
Crosswords: /. To become visible. 2.
A piece Of furniture. 8. To make OF
grow fat. l. Contrary to justice. 8. A
brand. 6. A fish Of reddish yellow
color
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
No. sOo.-Concealed Word Square

No. soo.-Concealed Word Square.
One word is concealed in each coup
let.
/. An extra cedar you must get:
We've time 70 trim this corner yet.
2. The seats are moved into the hall;
They're high and low and large AM
small.
3. Sam uses quite a space that might
Be ours for tables here tonight.
L His Office might be called. I'm sure.
San Francisco sinecure.
s. His last typewriter letter had
Eleven errors: that was bad.
8. But his desertion we'll not mind;
Enough there are for work inclined.
No. 31O.-Hidden Name Pu.zle.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
A POLICEMAN'S TESTIMONY,

J. N. Patterson, night policeman O
Nashua, Ia, writes, "Last winter hat
a bad cold on my lungs and tried a
least half dozen advertised cough medi
cines and had treatment from two physi
clans without getting any benefit. A
friend recommended Foley's Honey ant
Tar and two-thirds of bottle cured me
1 consider it the greatest cough and lunl
medicine In the world" r. A. Shurt
left & Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
Velvet Sponge Cake,

Beat two eggs very light, whip in q
cup of sugar, then cup of flour sifted
with teaspoonful of baking powder.
Lastly, beat in a gill of boiling water
and teaspoonful Of vanilla. Bake i'm
mediately in a buttered tin in we'll.
heated oven. The batter Is thinner than
ordinary cake batter.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
Key to the Puxxler.


No. 296-Charade: Fish, err, man
fisherman.
No. 297.-Indian Tribes: l. Sioux. 2
Navajo.
No. 20S.-Double Curtailings: l. Dog
ma. .. Dry-ad. 8. Fag-ot.
No. 299.-Metagram: Nat, mat, rat,
sat. bat, cat, hat, fat.
No. 30O.-Anagrams: 1. Russia. 2
America.
No. Qualifications g. G, s; Q, L,
c; B. 8. T.
No. 302.-Hhden States: l. Della
ware. 2. New York. 3. Texas.
No 303.-Added Letters: /. Oxen,
oxygen. 2. Pier. spider. 8. Pea, draps.
4. Kin, drink.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
ORDER OF NOTICE THEREON
DISTRICT OF MAINE, IS.


DISTRICT OF MAINE, IS.
On this 4th day Of Nov. A. D. 1905, on read
ing the foregoing petition, 1t is
Ordered by the Court, that hearing be had
upon the same on the 24th day Of Nov, A. ID.
1905, before said Court at Portland, In said Dis.
trict, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon; and that
notice thereof be published In The Oxford Dem.
ocrat, newspaper printed In said District, and
that all known creditors, and other persons In
interest, may appear at the said time and place,
and show cause, II any they have, why the
prayer Of said petitioner should not be granted
And 1t ia further Ordered by the Court that the
Clerk shall send by mail to all known creditors
copies of said petition and this order, addressed
to them at their places Of residence as stated.
Witness the Hon. CLARENCE HALE, Judge
of the said Court, and the zeal thereof, at Port.
land, in said District, on the 4th day Of Nov.
A. d. 1905.
Isl JAMES e. HEwEY, Clerk.
A true copy OF petition and order thereon.
Attest:-JAMES +. HEWEY, Clerk.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
A Better Why.

Cynic (savagely)-They SLY the fash
ionable mother Of today recognizes her
baby only by looking at the nurse.
Fashionable Mother (unmoved)-HOw
extraordinarily clever when one
changes nurses so often! always tell
ours by the baby carriage.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
They had been engaged for tn

They had been engaged for three
weeks.
"And am I the first man you evel
kissed?" he asked.
"Well," she replied, "you are the first
man that failed to ask me the question
Immediately after We had osculated fol
the first time. It has taken you nearly
month to get around to It."
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
Healthy at 20
A Good Record for IL. F's."
Dear Sirs:-
March %, 1904.

Dear Sirs:-
l have used your 81. F." Bitters for
a number OF years and find them Just
what they are recommended to be. The
best family medicine we have ever used.
Also have an uncle over (7o) seventy
years of age, who says: There is moth
ing that ever could take its place for
him."
Respectfully,
MRS. C. S. MOODY,
Skowhegan, Me.
R. F. D., No. 7.
To keep we'll, beyond the usual act
i've time OF life, is blessing. But it is
easily done if you use the True Il. F."
Atwood's Bitters.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

Pain may 90 by the name Of rheuma-
tism, neuralgia, lumbago, pleurisy. No
matter what names the pains are called,
HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain Tea will
drive them away. IS cents. Tea or
Tablets. r. A. Shurtle6 q Co.; Grin
Stevens.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

Many sufferers from nasal catarrh say
they get splendid results by using ar
atomizer. For their benefit we prepare
Ely's Liquid Cream Balm. Except that
it is liquid it is in all respects like the
healing, helpful, pain-allaying Cream
Balm that the public has been familiar
with for years. No cocaine nor Other
dangerous drug in it. The soothing
spray relieves at once and cure is certain
All druggists, Is cents, including spray
ing tube, or mailed by Ely Bros, SO War
rem Street, New York.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
ANXIOUS MOMENTS.

Some of the most anxious hours Of q
mothers life are those when the little
ones of the household have the Group.
There is no other medicine 80 effective
in this terrible malady as Foley's Honey
and Tar. It is q household favorite for
throat and lung troubles, and as 1t con-
tains no opiates or other poisons, it can
be safely given. r. A. Shurt,eff q Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

Winkle-After all, the first year OF
married life is the most unhappy, don't
you thinkP
Tod-Oh, yes. It takes about that
long for man to learn how to conceal
things from his wife.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

"Any adventures during your automo-
bile ride today"
"None to speak Of. Ran over dog or
two"
"For q 42-horse power machine that's
simply disgracefuln'
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
Two Relatives.

Bcss-Charlie. will you tell me what
tine 1t is? I've left my watch at my
aunt's. Charlie-Awfully sorry, but I
can't. I've left mine at my uncle's.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

Many children inherit constitutions
weak and feeble, others due to childhood
troubles. HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain
Tea will positively cure children and
make them strong. IS cents. Tea or
Tablets. F. A. Shurtleff & Co.; Grin
Stevens.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

"You sign this deed of your own free
will, do you, MADAME" asked the lawyer.
"What do you mean?" demanded the
large red.faced woman. ~ mean there
has been no compulsion on the part OF
your husband, has therep" "Him!' she
calculated, turning to look at the meek
little man sitting beside her, "I'd like to
see him try and compulse NO."
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
HE COULD HARDLY GET UP.

P. q. Duffy of Ashley, ILL.,, writes
"This is to certify that I have taken two
bottles of Foley's Kidney Cure and 1t ha!
helped me more than any other medi
cine. I tried many advertised remedies
but none of them gave me any relief
My druggist recommended Foley's Kid
ney Cure and it has cured me. Before
commencing its use was in such shape
that could hardly get up when once
down." F.A. Shurtleff & Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

If you are troubled with indigestion,
constipation, sour stomach, or any other
pain, HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain Tea
will make you we'll and keep you we'll.
IS cents. Tea or Tablets. r. A. Shurt-
left d Co.; Grin Stevens.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

"De trouble bout the man dat Dor.
rows trouble" said uncle Eben, '1s dat
he wants to pay some Of 1t to everybody
he meets, whether It's OWN to 'em OF
not"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
No. s1a-A word Pus1le.

l am a common phrase Of three
words. The second is Of two letters
the first more and the third less. Com
pairing the first and third words, how
ever, one finds that they have the
same number Of letters. The whole
phrase contains ten. What Is It?
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

An Expert Opinion. Ikey (who has
been reading.-Fader, can anybody get
rich "beyond der dreams of afarice"?
His Father-I t'ink nod, fkey. Afarice
yos putty good dreamer.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

An old maid never loses interest in the
man she might have married. If he sue
ceeds she prides herself on the fact that
she could have had him. If he fails she
is equally proud of the fact that she had
foresight enough to turn him down.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

W. A. Herren of Finch, Ark, writes,
81 wish to report that Foley's Kidney
Cure has CURED . terrible case OF kidney
and bladder trouble that two doctors
had given up" =. A. ShuEtle6 q 90.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

"My, how my wife does aggravate mt"
"Why, you surprise me! She seems 80
mild always" "That's just it-her
awful meekness. Whenever we have an
argument and I'm in the right she always
says: %! very we'll, dear, have 1t your
own Way.'n
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
Remove Tea Stains.

To remove old tea and coffee stains
wet the spot with cold water, cover will
glycerine and let stand q few hours
Then wash with cold water and soap
Repeat If needed.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
HOMEMAKERS COLUMN.

Correspondence on topics Of interest 70 the ladi'
u solicited. Address: Editor HOMEnAkfRS
CoLUnN. Oxford Democrat. Paris. Mains.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

He-Will you marry me? She-You
must ask mamma. Hell don't want to
be your stepfather; I want to be your
husband. She-Why, you foolish boy, II
marry you, you wouldn't be able even
to dress me. Notwithstanding
learn?
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

There Is no cough medicine 20 popular
as Foley's Honey and Tar. It contains
no opiates or poisons and never fails to
cure. r. A. Shurtleff q Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

A Collection of Idiots. 81 want to ask
for the hand of your daughter in mar
riage," said the young man.
"You're an idiot" said the irate father.
" know 1t. but I didn't suppose you'd
object to another one in the familyr
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

81 take notice." said Uncle Eben, ''dat
de man who tells You how easy It 10 to be
contented VIII salt po'k an beams giner'ly
has - fine Q appetite for fried chicken ~
anybody."
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

Aunt Jane-Edith, didn't I see Mr..
Sweetsir kissing you in the hall last
hight? Edith-Yes; but it was only re-
membrance of former days." "a sort of
souvenir spoon, suppose you mean"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
No. so4.-word Changes.

1. Change mule to goat in four
moves.
2. Change cat to dog in three moves.
8. Change rose to pink in four moves.
4. Change silk to wool in seven
moves.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

Foley's Honey and Tar always stops
the cough and heals the lungs. Refuse
substitutes, r, A, Shurtleff q Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and
colds; reliable, tried and tested, safe and
sure. F, A. Shurtleh & Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
PHYSICIANS PRESCRIBE 1T,

Many broad minded physicians pre-
scribe Foley's Honey and Tar, as they
have never found 80 safe and reliable a
remedy for throat and lung troubles as
this great medicine. r. A. Shurtleff &
%
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

Even beauty cannot palliate eccen-
tricity.-Balzac
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
No, 3OS.-Reversals.

1. Reverse a low cart and make an
Enclosure.
2. Reverse a musical pipe and make
Il wild animal.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
No. 3O0.-Two Birds.
o. so7.-Geosr.phical Enigma

l. l am dupe.
2. l come from the happiest climes.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14
Bankrupts Petition for Discharge.
n the matter of

JOSIAH Fl. FOX, In Bankruptcy.
Bankrupt
To the HON. CLARENCE HALE, Judge Of the
District Court Of the United States for the
District of Maine:
JOSIAH H. FOX, of Lowell In the Coun.
y ty Of Oxford, and State Of Maine, In
said District, respectfully represents, that on
adjudged bankrupt under the Acts Of Congress
relating to bankruptcy; that he has duly sur.
rendered all his property and rights Of property,
and has fully complied with all the requirements
of said Acts and Of the orders of Court touching
bis bankruptcy.
Wherefore he prays, that he may be decreed
by the Court to have q full discharge from all
debts provable against his estate under said
bankruptcy Acts, except such debts as are ex.
copied by law from such discharge.
Dated this 18th day Of October, A. D. 1905.
JOSIAH II. FOX, Bankrupt.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1905-11-14

A most convenient thing to have.
Though hard to get and worse to save
A silent. calm, far stretching pool;
In winter ice. In summer cool.
A land Of lakes and hills and rice.
Whose shawls are costly gifts Of price