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Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
A Bad MiX-up.

An angry woman walked into gro
Ger s shop in an Ayrshire village and
banged a piece of some yellow sub
stance on the counter. She spoke Scotch,
of course, as Tit-Bits reports, but Amer
leans will understand the words she
used, since many an advertisement has
made the kind familiar.
''This, she said, "is the soap that
does the washin o itself; the soap that
makes every washin day kin o. glor-
flied feast; the soap that gets a the
linen white as shaw an sweet as a
hazelnut, and lets the DELIGHTED hoose.
wife play wi the children, an here l We
been serubbin three mortal hours wi
that lump an got nae mair lather DOT ,
it than | could get DOT o. brick
81 beg your pardon, said the grocer,
calmly, "but that isn't the soap. Your
little boy was here yesterday for half
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
JACKSONVILLE.

Little Leda Cobb has been III for several
days.
Clarence Axtell is home from New York
for an indefinite time.
omer sheldon sold his dog TIP Tuesday TO
Mr., Howard of Putney.
Miss Abbie Palmer Of Grafton was Wis
itor at Frank Piers last week.
Mr.. and Mrs Y. Y, Styles drove to Airing
ton last week Wednesday, returning satur'
day
Mrs Aurilh whitcomb Of Grafton aud
Henry Hcwes Of winhall were at ", l., Raw
sons Monday and Tuesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Milton Eddy aud daughter
Mildred Of Brnttlcboro are guests Of Mrs
fddy's mother, Mrs. Jerusha Underwood
Mrs. Lydia Kingsbury Of Jamaica and
Mrs. Rachel Cobb Of South Londonderry, sis
tiers, and former residents Of this place, are
at u, y. Rawson's for their annual visit,
Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Cobb and two sons,
who have spent the summer among relatives
in this section. started last week for their
home In Michigan but will pass few weeks
in New York while on the way.
Mrs Charles Rich and daughters Gladys
and Eloise, Mrs. Albert Hess and Master
Gordon went 10 their respective homes In
fitchburg and Leominster, Mass, Wodnes'
day. The men Of the party finished their
vacations and returned to resume business
last week
Some visitors In the place within a short
time have been Mr., aud Mrs. Julian Snow
aud two children OF Dover at ". T. Cole
mans Mr. and Mrs. Justin Rawson Of Lon.
donderry at ". l.. Rawson's; John wilsey
Of Westminster, at A. Z. Hunts, and Mrs.
Mariana Rail ~ hri1 NJ Etiof
Styles
The ball game OF last week between the
local team and Townshend was not men
toned by the correspondent in the last issue
Ia proper proceeding. for II was unmention.
able the score being IS TO for Townshend.
The nine redeemed itself little in game
with South Londonderry Tuesday, winning
by score Of 10 ..
Miner q. Rawson, who left here for Nova
Scotia the last Of July, is now in Roland,
Manitoba, working during the wheat harvest
ing season, which is now at its height lie
writes tina; Roland is in the heart OF the
wheat country. and az the place where he is
employed from 1000 TO 5000 bushels OF the
grain is being threshed daily.
Mrs. Eli Williams died At the home Of her
son Arthur Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Will.
Jams had been in extremely poor health for
many months, but had seemed TO be making
great improvement Of late, and the news OF
her death will come as shock TO many
friends who were beginning TO believe her on
the road TO recovery, She leaves husband,
five children and other relatives In this
vicinity besides many friends. to mourn her
loss. The funeral was held at the church in
Bondville Thursday and intermeni made in
the BondviIle cemetery.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
SOUTH LONDONDERRY.

Mrs. r. S. Goddard is not as well.
Arthur j. Allen went to Orange, Mass,
Monday.
Mrs. B. F. Millngton visited in Dorset
Monday and Tuesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. C. D. Farnum are spending
several days at Thompsonburg.
Mrs. Will Child and son are at her home
at the north village this week.
About Is from Hooker post attended the
reunion at Brattleboro Wednesday.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Emerson of Pawlet
visited at John Emerson this week.
Mr.. and Mrs Chester Hulett returned
Wednesday from their trip to Michigan.
Chauncey Cummings has moved from the
north village to tenement in Mrs. Rams
del's house.
Henry Howard and his friend, Mr.. Gill
christ of Proctorsville, are camping at ia.
maics pond for week.
!, Mr.. and Mrs. Galloway of New York state
came Monday night and are boarding at
Maple Lawn farm with A. P Cutting,
A. NJ. Clayton came home Wednesday
night from several weeks stay at Browns
VILE His daughter Mary came from Barre
the same day.
A game of ball between Rawsonvlle and
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
EAST puMMERsToN.

George Thwng Of Putney was the guest OF
John Walker Saturday,
Miss Minnie Bell has been a recent guest
Of her sister, Mrs. II, II. Hall,
Miss Jessie Nichols and Arthur Brown
are attending school In Brnttlcboro this fall,
Misses Luella Reed and Edith Walker had
an automobile ride to Bernardston saiur'
day.
Mrs. Alice Kinney Of Warner y. H., Is
visiting in town. the guest OF Mrs. II, H.
Miller
Miss Florence Barker returned 10 Bratile'
boro last week after a few days spent at A.
T., Robbins
Miss Carrie White Of Southampton has
been enjoying few days visit at Austin
Laughton's,
Mrs Phila Wheeler and Mrs Ada Whitney
Of Bratteboro visited IL, H. Miller the last
II the week.
Mr.. and Mrs. II. A. knight Of West Dunn
mcrston were at the Knight homestead this
week for day.
Mr.. and Mrs. Hiram A. Holmes Of EPSON.
n. H., who have been passing few days at
J. A. Reeds, left for their home Tuesday.
Miss Lena Cobb Of Gainesville, Fla, and
Mrs. Charlotte Burt Of walpole, " H., have
been spending a week with Mrs. Q. o. Reed
Farmers are busy filing their silos and
one does not have 10 wait so long for the
other as in former years. P. 7. Laughton is
on hand with his machine. and W A. Miller
has just purchased a new engine and cutter
and has filed his silo and is busy helping his
neighbors. c. @. Walker is running his har'
yester There seems TO be work enough Tor
all and extra help is in good demand.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
MARKET REVIEW.
Shrinkage in Butter and Egg Receipts
Beef Scarce and Higher.

ottA oSaiSc anu AhiBhcAs
A considerable shrinkage in butter re-
ceipts has occurred and hot weather de-
fec,s are noted in many arrivals so that the
best butter is held for full prices. Fancy
northern assorted firm at 26c. and little Of
fering. Defective creamery moves slowly
at 22@23 Medium and low grades steady.
limitations and ladies in light supply.
Boxes and prints moderate and firm.
The cheese market is quiet but tone is
steady and fairly firm. Fancy Vermont
twins, small lots. sell at l2A a. l2Ac Fair
to good lots steady at 1ig lie. Receipts
have been moderate.
Egg receipts also show shrinkage but
demand is good and one'eent advance IN
prices has been established. Fancy hen.
merry in limited supply and higher.
The beef trade has been dull. Choice beef
is scarce and higher best steers bringing ~
d9&c. Quotations on medium and com
mon grades are unchanged with n full sup.
ply. Mutton is steady with fair sale of
yearlings, strictly choice bringing 10c. The
demand for spring lambs is steady and the
supply fair. Most sales are at 13Rc. and
are keeping well sold up; strictly choice,
medium weight calves selling at l0@llc.
Good live fowls are in steady demand and
firm at 1875 Chickens are generally sell,
ing at lac Choice dressed fowls are still
in short supply and firm. Choice roasting
chickens and broilers in good demand.
Ducks steady.
The supply of apples is, moderate and
cnOlce 1rulI sells we'll iIaubeiiicn az w.
supplied but demand is moderate. There is
fair demand for choice peaches which are
being rushed into market from Connecticut.
New York and Michigan. These are OF
good size and quality. Rain hurt the Della
ware and Maryland crop. Pears are plenty
and blueberries about gone. Grapes plenty
and lower.
Cabbages are easy and plentiful. Corn
and onions are in liberal supply but native
cucumbers are scarce. Tomatoes are in
good supply and demand. Receipts Of pota.
toes are heavy, prices are lower and unset
tied sales ranging from 5sc. to 6oc.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
SOUTH NEwFANE.

Miss Grace Knapp of Putney is visiting
her aunt, Mrs NJ. A. Bingham.
Miss Mary Moss went to her home in
Newburgh y. Y, last week Thursday.
Mrs. Chloe Collins, who is hale and hearty
at this writing, passed her saith birthday
Sunday.
Bert Bastian, who has been spending his
vacation at Samuel II. Morses, went home
Monday.
Frank Moss and daughter Elizabeth went
to New York last week to remain until Mon
day next.
Mr. and Mrs. Mann of Brattleboro spent
Sunday with Mrs. Mann's mother, Mrs.
Eunice Goodell.
Arthur Moss returned to New York satur
day and will continue his studies at Co
umbia college.
Mrs. William Dole, her daughters, Helen
and Louise, and maid returned to Lawrence,
Mass, Saturday.
Miss Ella j. Stratton, who was with her
parents during the association, returned to
Brattleboro Friday afternoon.
Mr.. and Mrs. John l.. Morse and Mrs.
Leon s. Dexter and daughter Dorothy leave
for their homes in Philadelphia today.
Mrs Alice A. Bailey and Mrs. hubert W.
Shepard were elected delegates to the sun
day school convention at Saxtons River next
week.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Bruce returned to
South Charlestown, N. H., Monday and Mr.,
and Mrs. James Bruce and son Graham to
Claremont, N. H.. on the same day.
Mrs L. E. Bailey of New York, national
lecturer of the W. G. T. u, passed through
town We esday morning on her way to
Dover ar ilmington where sire delivered
addresse ednesday and Thursday even
ings res. lively.
Mr.. ali. Mrs. Dexter Stone and daughter
Florence of Ridgefeld, Conn, were guests Of
Charles L. and E. Milton Dexter from
Thursday until Monday afternoon. Mr. and
Mrs Stone and daughter have been travelling
in various parts of Europe for a year and
half, spending last winter in Florence,
Italy. Mr. Stone was formerly resident of
Wilmington. Mrs Stone has pleasant mem
cries of girlhood visits to this place when
her grandfather, Ransom King lived on the
farm now owned by L. w. Shepard.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
Diseases Cured.

cATARRH. ASTHMA. CONSUMPTION, and
all diseases Of the head, nose, throat lungs
and chest cured
DEAFNESS. BLINDNESS and diseases OF
the eye and ear cured
DYSPEPSIA, INDIGESTION, and all dis
eases Of the stomach and bowels cured.
CONSTIPATION. BILIoUSNESS, jaundice
and all liver troubles cured.
BRIGHT's DISEASE, DIABETES. and all
diseases Of the kidneys and bladder cured.
PILES AND RECTAL DISEASES cured
without the knife or detention from bust
ness.
NERVOUS DISEASES, EPILEPSY and all
nervous disorders. except insanity, cured.
RHEUMATISM. NEURALGIA, and all pain
full affections cured.
CANCERS AND ALL MALIGNANT
GRowTHs cured without the knife.
TUMoRs AND ALL ENGAGEMENTS and
swellings cured without surgical opera.
tions.
SCRoFULA and all sores ulcers and blood
troubles cured.
ECZEMA, PSORIASIS and all eruptions,
pimples and skin diseases cured.
DEFoRMITIEs. SPINAL CURyATUREs,
Hip Joint Diseases, Club Foot, Knock
Knees. Stiff Joints, etc, cured by a nat
ura gift and bloodless method
DISEASES OF Weakness, Pro.
lapse, Tumors. sterility, Barrenness and
all female troubles cured without surgical
operations, harsh treatment pessaries or
supporters.
DISEASES AND WEAKNESSES OF MEN
varicocele and structure cured withou. sur.
gcal operations and all nervous and blood
troubles cured without potash, mercury or
poisonous drugs.
NO MATTER WHAT THE DISEASE, its
name or nature. il it is OF a chronic, long
standing, obscure or difficult character, our
staff OF Specialists can give you full in
formation regarding it, and IL durable DR..
Barbrick and his new system can cure 1t.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14

south Derry was played on the home aeld
Tuesday afternoon The score was 10 IN
favor Of jacksonville
The Methodist Ladies' Aid society held it,
annual harvest supper ni the parsonage hall
last Thursday evening. Although moi large
crowd was present, the supper was excellent
aud a pleasant evening enjoyed by all
Il is very dry here Many springs have
failed and The need Of rain Is much felt,
Some felt confident that Manchester fair
would bring us rain, We understand Man
chester was favored with fine shower ON
Wednesday, but not drop reached London
derry
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
Mrs. Hebb is i'll.
Mrs. Barber has gone TO Londonderry.

MIS-. HeDD is III.
Mrs. Barber has gone TO Londonderry.
Henry Dutton left Monday for the west
Mr.. Cone is seriously i'll at the home Of
his sister. Mrs. Benson.
Mr.. and Mrs. Julian Rand spent two days
in Brattleboro this week.
The Dorcas guild held an extra meeting at
the chapel Thursday afternoon
number of veterans went to Brattleboro
Wednesday to attend the reunion.
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lincoln of Albany,
n Y, are visiting Mrs. Fred Willard
Mr. Burwell has purchased the barn on
Mrs. Mary Phillips place and is contem-
plating erecting a house near it.
Mr. and Mrs. Alroy Snow and grandson
Joe left Saturday for New York city, where
they will visit their son, Clarence Snow.
Miss Harriet Fletcher's yard is mass Of
bloom 1t is to be hoped that the frOsts may
spare the blossoms for some time to come.
Rev. Mr.. Vincent has purchased the Will
lam Fisher house. The Fishers will occupy
the tenement in the Snow house vacated by
Mr. Vincent.
Mr.. Hebb is so charmed with Townshend
that he has given up his position in Hart
ford and is now working for c. H. Willard at
the steam mill
Mr.. Cushman was at Julian Taft's over
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
WEST TowNsHEND.

W. A. Lawrence has been on the sick list.
Mrs g. T. Gale was in Brattleboro last
week.
Mr.. Stowe of East Jamaica has entered
the employ of W. II. Taft.
W. T. Franklins little boy has been very
i'll with cholera infantum.
While Lee Benson and Lee Pike were out
hunting one day last week the gun carried by
the former was accidentally discharged and
five or six shot entered Mr.. Pixies cheek.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14

pound of cheese and half a pound
soap. That IS the cheese. "
"The cheese,' exclaimed the NO.
"Then that accounts for the i
thing"
What other thingG"
81 lay awauk the hale nieht
Merlin whit made the Welsh rabbit
had fur DOR supper taste sac queer
change.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14

The stables at the state experiment farm
in Burlington are being enlarged to accom-
modate a dozen more cattle, making the
herd on the farm TO- Three new Green
Mountain silos have been constructed to re-
place the ones now in use which have gone
to decay. The slos now have a capacity of
325 tons of enslage, all of which is raised
on the premises. Harvesting will be com
menced soon. The cows 'on the farm have
recently been tested and no evidences of
tuberculosis found. Superintendent Ham
mond of the Morgan horse breeding estab-
lishment left Monday to secure the dozen
mares or so which will be quartered this
winter at the barns. The animals are Sc.
cured from different parts of the state
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
EAST JAMAICA.

Alec Penor is working in South London
derry.
Howard BIandin Of Jamaica is working for
IT, T.. Howard.
Frank Spring Of Boston is calling on rela-
tives in town this week.
Herbert Bent and family have returned to
their home in Waterbury.
Miss Carrie Allen Of Jamaica was a guest
OF Mrs. Martha Howard Sunday.
Arthur Gleason returned Monday from
visiting his brother in yergennes.
Mrs. May Howard and Miss Inez Penor
have returned from their work in West
Wardsboro.
Mrs. r. F. Pierce, who has been helping
care for william FrankIin's little son, who is
III with cholera infantum, came home Tues
day
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14

treating Chronic Diseases, with their guess
work Diagnosis, their drastic and poisonous
drugs. their harsh treatments and dangerous
operations have passed away. The modern
method OF treatment, Magnopathy, WITH us
certainty Of Diagnosis, it, mild Application
OF Natures forces and remedies, IT'S system
Of cure without cutting operations and harsh
treatments has come in its place. TINS sys'
ten Of cure, originated and developed BY Dr'
narhrick. Is peculiar TO itself and is as es'
sen,ially and radically different from, as i
l. superior 20, al other methods
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
NEwrANE.

Mrs. John Kenny and Mrs. Fred Under
wood are visiting in Brattleboro.
Several from here attended the G. A. r.
encampment at Brattleboro Wednesday.
NJ. r. Mcott of Brattleboro and W. l..
Ellis of Hartford, Conn, were in town sun
day.
Mrs. Homer Twitehell and two children
Of South Londonderry are guests Of Mr.. and
Mrs. A. C. Harvey.
Misses Luna, Sarah and Lille Gates and
Eta Lynde of Dummerston have been visit
ing their aunt Mrs. Sarah Fish
Mrs. Ward Eager has returned to her
home in New York city. She was accompa'
MED by B. C. Eager and her daughter Olive
who go for a two weeks visit.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
NEW YORK CITY EXCURSION
Oct and 4-B. & M. r, R. and Hudson
River Steamers-S500 Round Trip.

October is undoubtedly one of the most en-.
joyable months Of the whole year for va
cation trip. At this season of the, year, es-
pecially during the early days the air Is
brisk and invigorating, and the fields and
forests beautifed in their autumnal array
present gorgeous and gala sight TO tne
tourist who is privileged to view TINS vista
on his journey to the mountains or the
country. Nowhere does the splendor of Au.
tumn and the sharp healthful atmosphere of
October offer such combination as IN me
heights of the Hoosac Mountains and the
peaceful valley, bordering the Hoosick and
Deerfield Rivers On Oct the Boston q
Maine r. r. will run its annual excursion to
New York City via train and steamer route;
The train ride is through the most beautiful
wonderful Hoosac Tunnel, which Is alone
worth travelling miles to see; winding the
beautiful hills of the Berkshires and the tow
ering Hoosac Mountains Through the farms
and valleys of Massachusetts, entering. New
York State by one of its most magnificent
gateways, passing through the bustling and
busy city of Troy to Albany, N. ", where we
alight. You can enjoy the steamer Trip down
New York City the following morning, or
you can remain over night, stopping at any
one of the magnificent hostelries IN the city,
and enjoy the trip down Rvsr the rd ud Us nea ny
by neghbors, the Catskill Mountains pos,
sess variety of charms which have been
well heralded. Arriving in New York on
the Day Line boat the steamer uocks IN tne
evening besides giving one an opportunity to
view the beauty of the Hudson in all its
scenic splendor, one can also get an excel
lent view of New York harbor and the thou
sand of craft plying back and FORTH
two.day stop.over is allowed in. New York
City, during which time the tourist can take
in all the noted landmarks and sights of
the big city. Should you desire to stop over
longer, you may do so upon, payment Of 81
extra at the Fall River office, New York
City. The return trip from New York is
via the Fall River Line Steamers, and all in
all, this is one of the most delightful trips
ever offered The round trip is only S. and
special train will leave Boston on October
A. From other stations, the excursion will
he on the 3rd. A magnificent and beautifully
illustrated booklet, which viii serve as an
excellent souvenir and guide book, giving
complete itinerary of the entire trip. with
all necessary information will be mailed free
upon receipt of address.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
WEST DUMMERsToN.

John Taft is shipping several carloads Of
lumber to Keene. n II.
Miss Leora Connarn is on vacation Wis
iting in Hartford, Conn.
The dry weather has seriously affected
the springs and brooks. West river is very
low
Mrs Fannie Baker and Mrs. Matte
Kingsbury of Windham were guests of Mr..
and Mrs. b. Pike last week.
The state election passed off very quietly,
very little interest was manifested. A lit
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14

ile over one,half vote was east, large de-
crease ON the state ticket
Herbert Norcross il improving and reno
waiting the George Taylor place, intending 20
occupy IL. Ito Ia building large hen house
preparatory to investing largely In raising
poultry.
Thomas Labroque was seriously burned on
his arms and hands while at work IL an
electrical plant In lIolyoke, Mass, three
weeks ago. After receiving treatment from
his physician, he came TO his home here
He Is improving but Is still unable 70 use
his hands.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14

"As you know, wrote you that my doctor
said / must have an operation or / could not
live. 1 then wrote you, telling you my all
ments. followed your advice and am en-
tirely well. can walk miles without an
ache or pain, and owe my life to you and
to Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound.
1 wish every suffering woman would read
this testimonial and realize the value of writ
ing to you and your remedy. Mrs. Mary
Dimmick, 59th and E. Capitol Streets, Wash
ington, D. G.
When medicine has been successful
in restoring to health SO many women
whose testimony is so unquestionable,
you cannot we'll say, without trying it,
III do not believe it will help me-" II
you are i'll, don't hesitate to get bot
tie of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable
Compound at once, and write Mrs Pink
ham, Lynn, Mass, for special advice
it is free and always helpful.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14

Alonzo b. Herriek, one of Rutland coun-
tvs best citizens aud deputy sheriff since
1889, died at Rutland Friday. Mr.. Herriek
had represented his town in the legislature
ard was doorkeeper OF the senate in 1909.
He was born in Mddletown. July 81, Isi3,
and followed the occupation Of farmer He
leaves his widow, one son, George NJ Her
rick Of Cohoes, y. T., and daughter, Mrs.
J. W. Brvughton u Chicago
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
For the Hopeless,

lie especially invites those EEs An
other treatments and failed: thoR 4,
now treating with other doctors n,,s
month without help, continuing % -
cause Of false encouragement: ia.
suffer from any MALADY wkiss IA,
have pronounced INCURABLE. AL ,
they have been unable 10 bsaes,: RI
pie who have been told BY their Al,
tor that they had Consumption, Hear
Bile, Nervous Weakness or any li,an
all invited TO call and place theas,s
der his care during this visit and ~
vantage OF the Free Month.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14
pUMMERSTON.

windham county Pomona grange held
meeting with Guiding Star grange Sept. ~.
The questions discussed were: What Can
We Do to Make Home More Attraetivet and
What Inducements Can BE offered TO Keep
the Boy and Girl on the Farm' This grange
has accepted an invitation and will meet
with DeerfieId River grange, Readsboro, Oct.
10. For further particulars apply TO the
lecturer or secretary.
Windham County reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1901-1906, 1906-09-14

When children swallow hurtfu til
IF it causes choking and symptoms
suffocation, either turn the child up
down and strike quickly between
shoulders or run the finger back
the throat to hook it out, or, last Of
push it down.