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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Management of Private Theatricals.

Management of Private Theatrlcals.
"The Unborn craving for the dramatic
Is satisfied in a mild way by the anna
teur as by the professional. This is
why the home play is continually pro-
duced. Such reasons as its educational
and philanthropic uses are merely Sec
ondary," says Norah Anderson in an
article on "The Management of Private
Theatricals" in the February New Idea
Woman's Magazine. The writer gives
many helpful suggestions to smooth
away the difficulties which perplex the
amateur manager who has been fortu-
nate or unfortunate enough to discover
dramatic talent among his acquaint-
ances. The question of time is taken up
first, flour weeks, at an average OF three
weekly rehearsals being just long
enough. There are dangers in stretch
ing out the time too long, the danger OF
wearying of the play itself and the still
more insidious danger, that of wearying
of ones fellow actors" The choice OF
the play should be determined by the
amount of stage action, for although 1t
Is more work to rehearse, the plays sue
cess depends on 1t. How the novice
completes his own "make up" where to
purchase costumes at the least possible
expense, stage carpentering, and the
collecting of stage properties are all
commented upon. Above sll, the neces-
sity of a stage manager in the person OF
some competent man or woman who
will assume all responsibility and who is
able to conduct the affair in systematic,
businesslike way, 10 emphasized. Other
subjects touched upon In this compre-
hensiye article are the value Of theat-
rical performances in schools, flower
plays for children, and the good work
done by permanent private dramatic
societies.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
PROBATE NOTICES.
South Paris.

PROBATE NOVlOGSs
To all persons interested in either Of the Estates
hereinafter named:
Al q Probate Court, held at Paris. In and
for the County of Oxford. on the third Tuesday Of
JAN, in the year of our Lord one thousand
nine hundred and six. The following mater
hereinafter Indicated, 1t is hereby ORDERED:
That notice thereof be given to all persons IN.
terested, by causing copy Of this order 70 De
published three weeks successiyeiy N me so U
Paris, In said County, that they may appear ~
Probate Court to be held at said Paris, on the
third Tuesday Of February. A; D. l9oS. at
Of the clock In the forenoon, and be heard tnere'
on II they see cause.
GEORGE R. HOLLAND, late Of Buckfeld,
deceased. Will and petition for probate thereon
presented by Charles L. Holland, the executor
therein named.
ELvA e. sTETsON, late Of Buck6eld. de.
ceased Petition that Washington Head or
some other suitable person be appointed admin.
istrator presented by Benjamin r. Head, father.
CORIE A. THURsTON of Rumford: Peti.
ton that name be changed 70 Corie A. Farnum
presented by said Corie A. Thurston.
THAXTER P. HUSTON, late Of Dixneld,
deceased. Petition for license to sell and con.
vey real estate presented by Fluella l.. Huston
Administrative.
BENJAMIN 8. DOE EFT AL. minor children
Of BENJAMIN 8. Doe, late OF Paris, deceased.
Petition for license to sell and convey real estate
presented by Kate II. Doe. guardian.
MERCY w. KILGORE, late of Waterford,
deceased. First and final account presented Tor
allowance by j. Bennett Pike, administrator.
w. SCOTT NEWMAN, late of Dixneld, de-
ceased Petition for order to distribute balance
remaining In his hands presented by Frank w.
Butler, administrator de b0nis non.
SADIE j. GILPATRICK, late Of Hiram. de.
ceased. Petition for the appointment OF CALEB
W. Fitzpatrick or some other suitable person as
administrator presented by Caleb W. Gilpatrick'
husband.
LUCY DUNNELLs BRETT, late Of Water.
ford, deceased. Final account presented Tor
allowance by Edward p. Brett, administrator.
FRED A. ROBINSON, late Of Buckaeld. de.
ceased. Final account presented for allowance
by Arthur E. Cole, administrator.
PETER N. HASKELL, late Of Waterford.
deceased. Final account presented for allowance
by Joseph B. Haskell, executor.
MARGARET BROWN, late Of Paris. de:
ceased. Petition for determination OF collateral
inheritance tax presented by James 3. Wrght'
executor.
KING GOLIATH. late Of Porter, deceased.
Final account presented for allowance by Emma
e. Bickford, executrix.
ADDISON e. HERRICK, Judge Of said Court.
ALBERT D. PARK, Register.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Fryeburg Academy.

Several of our students have been out
of school this term with the measles or
the chicken pox. At present most OF
them have returned.
Our business course has been establish
ed three years and as a result We now
have several students who will complete
the course at the end of this school year.
Their work has been of the same quality
and of greater extent than that given
ordinarily at the business colleges. We
are therefore able to offer to the public
we'll trained stenographers, typewriters,
and bookkeepers. As our school offers
a much broader course Of study than the
business colleges, and trains its students
in the elements of liberal education as
well as in the so-called business facilities,
we do not hesitate to say that the
students whom We recommend will COM
pete favorably with those of any business
college.
Miss Cameron, who is a strong candi-
date in the Globe voting contest, now
stands ninth. We hope by the end OF
the week to see her leap ahead one or
two more places.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
COMMON COLDS ARE THE CAUSE
OF MANY SERIOUS DISEASES.

Physicians who have gained national
reputation as analysts of the cause of
various diseases, claim that II catching
cold could be avoided long list OF
dangerous ailments would never be
heard of. Every one knows that pneu-
monia and consumption originate from
cold, and chronic catarrh, bronchitis,
and all throat and lung trouble are aggra-
waited and rendered more serious by each
fresh attack. Do not risk your life or
take chances when you have cold.
Cbamberlain's Cough Remedy will cure
it before these diseases develop. This
remedy contains no opium, morphine or
other harmful drug and has thirty years
of reputation back of 1t, gained by its
cures under every condition. For sale by
Shurtleff & Co., South Paris; Noyes
Drug Store, Norway; Jones Drug Store,
Oxford.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Resolutions of Respect.

Whereas, 1t has pleased an all wise
Providence to remove from our number,
Sister Martha A. Thompson, and as
Sister Thompson was one of our charter
members, therefore
Resolved, That our charter be draped
in mourning for period of thirty days.
Resolved, That in losing Sister Thomp-
son, we have lost one of our most de-
voted and worthy members, one who
was thoroughly loyal to our order, and a
truly good woman.
Resolved, That we extend our sym.
patty to the family of our deceased
sister. and that copy of these reso'
buttons be spread upon our records, also
a copy be sent to the Oxford Democrat
for publication. Signed,
L. OsGOoD, Committee
IDA c. GLOVER, on
ADA F. HEALD, Resolutions
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

DEAR FRIENDS:
Can you come in soon and see the new
spring line of goodsf
Since we wrote you last we have received
a large lot of ginghams, most of them are only
Ioc. per yard.
Then in shirt waist suitings we have
beautiful line. Don't leave out white linen
dress this summer. Our line is complete from
a fine handkerchief linen to a heavy butcher
linen.
Last but not least be sure to look at the
new check wool suitings, the correct things
for street wear.
If you wish an evening dress, we would
like to have you glance at the new veilings in
Alice blue, reseida green and cream.
We can also show you fine line of new
trimmings for all these goods.
If in need of any winter goods don't forget
that we are selling them cheap.
Sincerely yours,
S.B.&Z. S. PRINCE.
Norway, Jan'y "a, 1906.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

The development Of Stockton Springs
IN to be still further continued by the
construction of . drst-class water sys-
tenn. This will DO commenced In the
early summer. A corporation was form
ed at Stockton Springs recently after
special town meeting had been held. ut
which the voters accepted tho PROPOSE
ton to install 20 hydrants In the town at
m annual rental Of $3.50. Tho water
supply d to be taken from Boyd's Pond,
In tie towns Of Ssarsport and Prospect.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

A peculiar liquor raid was made In
Bangor the other day. The man raided
was ordered by the officers to open his
safe, but refused to do it, whereupon
the officers carried of the safe bodily.
After attempting in vain to unlock the
safe. the officers smashed the combina.
ton. and found inside some bottles OF
LIQUOR, on the strength of which the pro-
prietor was held. The owner OF the safe
has now brought suit against the officers
for trespass.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Rev. ]. e. Budden.

Rev. Jabez E. Budden died at his
home in Norway Monday forenoon, Jan.
20, at the age of Is years, from the effects
of paralytic shock sustained last April.
Though he had been 80 he could be
wheeled about the streets in pleasant,
warm weather during portion OF the
time since suffering the shock, he had
been unable during all the time to move
about without assistance, and for some
time had been gradually growing
weaker.
Mr.. Budden was born in Swansea, Eng
land, July IA, 1882, and came to this
country when 9 years of age, making his
home in Portland. He learned the
tailor's trade in Portland and worked at
it several years. Meanwhile he was pre-
pairing himself for the ministry, and at
the age of "a was admitted to the Maine
Methodist Conference. In this con-
ference he served about dozen different
charges, his last pastoral work being at
North Norway. His health proved to be
unequal to the exacting duties of pastoral
work, and about fifteen years ago he
moved to Norway village and went to
work at his trade, being in the employ of
the F. II. Noyes Co. For number Of
years he did all the cutting, until ad-
vancing years prevented his taking the
and after that he was re-
tanned as assistant until the paralytic
shock prevented further labor.
Mr.. Budden was member Of Oxford
Lodge, F. and A. NJ, and Of Oxford
Royal Arch Chapter, and for many years
served as chaplain of those bodies, and
had also served as chaplain of the grand
bodies. He was also a member of Nor
way Lodge. /. o. o. F., and of the
Rebekahs, and had served as chaplain
for the Odd Fellows. In his work as
chaplain for these bodies he manifested
the same spirit of earnest devotion
which he showed in his church work
and in his daily life.
The funeral was held at the Norway
Methodist church Wednesday afternoon,
in charge of Oxford Lodge of Masons.
Rev. C. A. Brooks, the pastor OF the
church, conducted the church service,
and there also participated in the service
Rev. B. S. Rideout of the Norway Con-
gregational church, Rev. E. S. Cotton OF
the Baptist church, Rev. S. G. Davis Of
the Universalist church, and Kew. II. A.
Clifford of the South Paris Methodist
church. IL is rarely that there are heard
such earnest, sincere tributes to the
personal worth and Christian character
of the one who has departed as were
given at this service, and they found an
echo in the heart of every one who knew
Mr.. Budden. At the close of the church
sarv;ce the Masonic funeral service was
conducted by Oxford Lodge, and the
remains were taken to Norway Pine
Grove Cemetery for interment.
Norway Lodge of Odd Fellows and Mt.
Hope Rebekah Lodge attended the
funeral in body, and there was large
attendance of personal friends.
Mr.. Budden was married three times,
and leaves widow but no children. His
nearest relative is sister living in Port
land.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

The town house building In Wells is
nearing completion. The building was
begun last year, the contractors being
John Matthews of North Berwick with
G. e. Bragdon of the same town, as
head workman. On the lower floor are
three large stores IS Z 45 feet. Back Of
the hall entrance are rooms which will
be occupied by the selectmen Of the
town. The main hall Is 45 AZ IL feet.
The stage opening is Is feet, running
across the hall, 45 feet. The upper hall
Is nearly 45 feet square and will be
rented to some organization. The total
cost of edifice and lot will be about
5000.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Fire at Rumf0rd Falls.

On the morning of Sunday, Jan. 2Sth,
shortly after midnight, fire was discover
ed by the night police at Rumford Falls
in a store in the basement of the San
ders Block. No blaze but only smoke
was visible. The fire department re-
sponded quickly, and had a long JOB
locating the fire and subduing it, 30 that
it was nearly three o'clock when the all
out was sounded.
The insurance on the building was
adjusted for S46O, on the grocery store
of MIR. Sovissis for $500, and on the
restaurant of C. f. Spiller for 500.
The origin of the fire is unknown.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Died.

born, ased Il yesrs. 10 months, days:
In Norway, Jan. %. Rev. Jabez 4. Budden,
aged u Year,.
In Browneeld. jan. 70. Gertrude blake fes-
In East Stoneham, Jan. Is, Mary 3. (0roverl,
Wife Of William J. gilbert. aged u years, III
10 Rnsmfora Falls, Jan. 81. James Farrar. aged
n Rumford Falls, Jan. %. Laura Alice,
daughter Of Mr.. and Mrs. Oliver J. Gregory,
aged II months.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
LANE BACK.

This ailment Is usually caused by
rheumatism of the muscles and may be
cured by applying Chambsrlain's Pain
Balm two or three times day and rub
bling the parts vigorously at each apple
cation. II this does not afford relief,
bind on piece of flannel slightly damp
ened with Pain Balm, and quick relief II
almost sure to follow. For sale by =. A.
Shurtleff q Co., South Paris; Jones Drug
Store, Oxford; Noyes Drug Store, Nor
way.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

A tragedy which only q newspaper
man can appreciate lies in this little
paragraph, headed "An Explanation,
and given a prominent place on the
last page of the Biddeford Journal
lowing to an accident In placing the
forms on the press this afternoon, this
vbole page, which Ii usually devoted
10 local news, was ''pled' and 1t 10 neces-
sary to print this page Of miscellany"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Grasshoppers In February.

A.E. Townsend, who lives on Pigeon
Hill. writes the Democrat: "On Feb. LIST,
while my children were playing by the
side of the road on Pigeon Hill, In Ok
ford, they found several live grasshoP-
pers nearly one-third grown, OF which
we caught three. seemingly as lively as
in summer"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

Not in the history Of most Of tho
hunters and woodsmen now actively en-
gagged in the pursuit Of their occupa-
lions has there been . year when the
deer, moose and other game In Maine
have had such fine time and such high
living during the winter months. Ac-
cordine 10 the best information the deer
and moose have not yarded at oil this
winter.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
ITCHING PILES.

II you are acquainted with anyone who
Is troubled with this distressing ailment
you can do him no greater favor than to
tell him to try Chamberlain's Salve. 1t
gives instant relief. Price % cents per
box. Sold by Shurtleff & Co., South
Paris; Jones Drug Store, Oxford; Noyes
Drug Store, Norway.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
GAS IN THE STOMACH.

Belching and that sense of fullness 20
often experienced after eating ID caused
BY tho formation Of gas. The stomach
fails to perform it, functions and the
food ferments. Chamberlain Stomach
and Liver Tablets will correct the dis
disorder. They aid digestion and
strengthen and invigorate the stomach
and bowels. For sale by Shurtlef q
Co., South Paris; Jones Drug Store.
Oxford; Noyes Drug Store, Norway.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
A HABIT TO BE ENCOURAGED.

The mother who has acquired the
habit of keeping on hand bottle OF
Cough Remedy, saves
herself great amount Of uneasiness and
anxiety. Coughs, colds and Group. to
which children are susceptible are quick
" cured by Its use. 1t counteracts any
tendency of a cold to result In pneu.
monia, and II given az soon as the first
symptoms of Group appear, 1t will pre-
vent the attack. This remedy contains
nothing Injurious and mothers give 1t to
little ones with q feeling of perfect
security. Sold by Shurtleff & Co.,
South Paris; Jones Drug Store, Oxford
Moves Drug Store, Norway.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
PROBATE NOTICES.

To all persons interested In either of the estates
hereinafter named:
Alta Probate Court, at Paris, In vacation, In
and for the County Of Oxford. on the 9th day
Of Jan, in the year of our Lord one thousand
nine hundred and elk, the following matter
hereinafter indicated, It Is hereby ORDERED:
That notice thereof be given to all persons In.
terested, by causing copy Of this order 70 be
published three weeks successfully In the Ok
ford Democrat, newspaper published at South
Paris, in said County, that they may appear at q
Probate Court TO be held at Paris, on the
third Tuesday of Feb, A. D. 1906, o. nine OF the
clock in the forenoon, and be heard thereon II
they see cause:
CHARLES N. PORTER. late Of Paris. de.
ceased will and petition for probate thereof pre-
sented by William A. Porter, the executor there
In named.
ADDISON e. HERRICK,
Judge Of said Court.
ALBERT d. PARK, Register.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Born.
In Buckhel,i. Ian

In Buckneld. Jan. 81, to the wife Of N. e.
Bessey, daughter.
In East Fryeburg. Ian. 16, to the wife Of
Enoch w. Pike. daughter.
In Norway, Jan. o, to the wife Of Robert Il.
In Norway, Jan. %, N the wife of David r.
Thompson, daughters, Zola and Zilpha
In Norway. Jan. 81. 70 the wife OF Charles a.
10 Hiram. Jan. n. to the wife of n. N. Bur.
bank, son.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

The strength Of organized labor's
army In Maine is placed by Commits
sioner Matthew'S figures at 1898 men,
hera.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
W. G. T. U. Notes.
OUR PLEDGE.

hereby promise, God helping me, to
abstain from oil distilled, fermented and
malt liquors, including wine, beer, and
cider, a. beverage, and to employ all
proper means to discourage the use Of
and traffic for the Same.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Married.

Lyman Frost, Mr. teroy Herbert Weber and
Miss sadie Heather Kerr. both Of Rumford Falls.
In South Paris, Jan. g. by Rev. James A.
Flynn, Mr.. Fred 0uillett and Miss Armosa
Lscasse, both Of Norway.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

A total of 1875 converts is announced
as result of the Augusta revival meet
ingR.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
A C.rt.,n Cur. Tor chilbl.in..

Shake into your shoes Aliens Foot Ease. .
powder. Il cures Chilblains, Frostbites, Damp,
Sweating, Swollen feet At all Druggists and
8. Olmsted, LIE Roy, N. 7.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children.
used by Mother Gray. a nurse In Children's
Home, New York. Breaks up Colds In "a hours.
Teeth,ng DISORDERS, and Destroy Worms. At
all druggists, CSC. Sample mailed FREE. Ad-
dress, Allen 8. Olmsted, LIE Roy, N. Y.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Bankrupt's Petition for Discharge.

Bankrupts Petition for Discharge.
e da II nsiss' e. e. WHITMAN In Bankruptcy
To the HON. CLARENCE HALE, Judge OF the Dis.
trict Court Of the United States for the District
of Maine:
CHARLES H. WHITMAN, Of Mexico, in the
u County Of oxford, and State Of Maine.
In said District, respectfully represents that
on the lath day Of October, last past ne wa ~
dUiys surrendered ali bis property and right.
Of property, and has fully complied with all the
requirements of said Acts and of the orders OF
Court touching his bankruptcy.
by the Court to have o full discharge from all
debts provable against his estate under SAID
BANKRUPTCY Acts, except such debts as are
excepted by law from such discharge.
Dated t ni fd asAZ Of 1af F. Bankrupt
ORDER OF NOTICE THEREON.
DISTRICT OF MAINE, ss.
On this 9th day Of Jan A. D. 1905, on read
ing the foregoing petition, Il is
ordered BY the Court, That hearing be had
upon the same on the 18th day OF Feb. A; "
trict, at 10 O'Clock in the forenoon; and that no.
lice thereof be published in the Oxford Demo:
crat, q newspaper printed In said District, and
that all known creditors, and other persons IN
Interest. may appear at the said time and place,
prayer of said petitioner should not be granted.
And It is further ordered by the Court, That
the Clerk shall send by mail to all known cred
itors copies Of said petition and this order, al
dressed 70 them at their places Of residence ~
stated.
Witness the HON. CLARENCE HALE. Judge
OF the said Court, and the seal thereof, at Port
land, In said District, on the 9th day OF JAM
IL. al JAMES e. HEWEY, Clerk.
A true CODY Of petition and order thereon.
Attest: JAMES e. HEWEY, Clerk.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

Second Congregational Church. Rev. D: 8,
Rideout, Pastor. Preaching service Sunday
10 so A. H.; Sabbath School. 70 90 n; 7, =. 9.
Ing. 100 p. NJ: ); regular weekly Pra, or Meeting,
Tuesday evening.
Universalist Church, Rev. 8. q. Davis,
Pastor. Preaching service on Sunday at 10 30
A. n. Sabbath School, 1880; Y. PC. U. meet
ing, 90 p. n.
Methodist Church, Rev. c. A. Brooks, Pastor.
Preaching service. 10 80 A. n; Sabbath School,
- 90 M; Social Evening Meeting. 90 p. NJ.
Friday evening. Epworth League. Sunday
evening, 6 90 p. NJ.
Baptist Church, Rev. e. 8. Cotton. Pastor
Preaching service. 10 80 A. NJ; Sabb ,th School.
IL 90 NJ; Prayer Meeting, Sunday evening +.
NJ, Wednesday evening, 80.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Many Children arc sickly.

Glasses on weekly payments. d.
Read my ad.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06
Hour Of Prayer Phil. 40. Noontide.

Hour Of Prayer Phil. 4.B. Noontide.
Our work is to promote the cause Of
Temperance, to educate sentiment up to
the standard OF total abstinence, to train
the young, to save the inebriate, and to
aim to secure the complete Punishment
of the liquor traffic.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

"It is the opinion of Judge Slemmons
of Illinois, borne out by years of expert
ence as Judge and attorney that cigar.
cites make more criminals out of small
boys than all other agencies. A boy
addicted to the habit loses all sense OF
moral responsibility. He becomes to a
certain extent degenerate, liar and a
petty thief"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

The February meeting Of the South
Paris w. G. T. U. will be held with Mrs.
Lucelia Morton on Thursday of this
week, Feb. 8. Mrs. Clifford leader. The
programme will be as follows: Quota
tions from Miss willard, Non-Alcoholic
Medication, The Mormon Octopus.
After the meeting there will be 3 social
hour with refreshments under the direc-
ton of Mrs. jackson and Mrs. Dean.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1906-02-06

Let us resolve that for 1908 We will
pray larger prayers; hope larger hopes;
live larger lives.