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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18

The axiom most favored by military
advocates of peace has been that the
best way to ensure peace is to be pre-
pared for war President Roosevelt
gets at the situation in another way
by saying that though normally
peace is the handmade OF righteous
ness. yet If they are ever at odds. 1t
Is righteousness whose cause we must
spouse" In other words we want
peace II we can have 1t and righteous
ness at tho same time, but IL we must
surrender righteousness to gain peace,
then we should fight. It follows that,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
A JUST APPRECIATION.
(From the Northfeld News)

In the death of Col. George Granville
Benedict, editor-in-cEief of the Burlng-
ton Free Press, Vermont loses one OF
its ablest citizens and one whose works
have been identified with tho best in
terests OF the State fo- more than half
century. The newspaper fraternity
OF Vermont has like wise suffered the
loss, not only OF its oldest and ablest
editor, but one whose influence and
kindly manner was always an inspira-
tion to the younger members of the
profession. Such of US as We're fortu-
nate to know him personally had the
opportunity to best appreciate him. Col.
Benedict as soldier, as historian
and In other public capacities has rend-
cred invaluable service to Vermont.
The eloquent and impressive euloGy de-
livered by President Bu"kham OF the
University of Vermont. an intimate and
lre long friend OF the deceased, Mt the
funeral services. was most lust ap-
probation Of the dead soldier-citizen-
editor. who has passed away at the
ripe old age of so years, leaving the
world better for his having lived In 1t.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
NEW ROAD LAW A SUCCESS.
(From the Island Pond Herald)

State Highway Commissioner Charles
w. Gates has received complete returns
from all the counties on matter of the
new road law. 1t will be remembered that
the State set aside $50 900 from which the
State would duplicate any sum not ex-
ceeding $500 voted by any town for per
manent road work. This sum must be In
addition to tho per cent. tax on the
grand list required by law of every town
for permanent work on highways, The
report from Essex county shows that of
10 towns voted a special tax amounting
to Sl,S4.
The expense OF the county supervisors
and engineering services rendered to VII
lagos must first be paid from the SoO,OO
appropriated and the balance will go 10
the towns that call for it. 1t VIII be such
that all the $4,000 will be used and will
hardly go around. Commissioner Gates
considers this remarkably good showing
for the first year and a gratifying indorse-
ment of the new law.
The interest as shown In the county
road meetings Is said to be better than
it has ever been since the State aid law
was enacted in 1892
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18

A noteworthy figure passed away
IN the death OF the Hon. d. II. Cham
berlain the famous reconstruction gov
ernor of South Carolina, at the age of
uate of both Harvard and Yale, and
became a lawyer Of distinguished abil
ity. After fighting through the war
he remained in the South to become a
planter. He served as attorney gen.
eral of South Carolina two terms and
In 1874 he was elected governor of the
Palmetto state. He set about reform
Ing the corrupt administration, at
tempting to disband the white militia
capital by force of arms until Presi
Dent Hayes was inaugurated, and after
retiring from the governorship he
came North resuming tho practice of
his profession in New York city. For
the last ten yearas, however, he had
spent most Of his time in the former
nome or the 1amiIy IN Vest BrooKnelu,
Mass, but he died in Charlottesville,
Va, where he had planned to estab
lish his home. He was a prolific wri-
ter, and not few OF the products OF
his pen were tinged by his bitterness
against President Hayes for the with
drawal Of federal support from the
reconstruction government of different
Southern States.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18

If we are to night we must be prepared
for war.
Tho thoughtful student of world If
fairs can not fail to be impressed by
the contrast afforded by this keynote,
when he recalls tho circumstances at
tending the summons issued for the
first peace congress at The Hague by
Emperor Nicholas of Russia. Disarm-
ament was the chief means to the end
aimed at in connection with that now
famous conference II was assumed
that so long as nations were running
a race In their efforts to build up great
navies and mobilize immense armies,
reality promoted. 1t was argued that
IL armies were dispersed and battle
ships turned into the paths of com
merce. great temptation to war
would be removed.
The peace congress which is in prog
ress in the American metropolis this
week, is a ma gnificcnt gathering COM
prsing, as it does over one thousand
delegates from different nations OF the
earth, and Mr.. Carnegie and others
who have been instrumental In bring
ing it about are entitled to the thanks
Of every lover of peace. 1t is to be
feared, however, that somo Of the dele
gates are already taking the attitude
that they are bound to have peace,
even "if they have to fight for It,"
Mr. stead, for example, has taken the
position that the advocates Of peace
have not been sufficiently aggressive
in their agitation of the subject, and
the conflict of authority over the best
way of promoting peace has approach
ed the martial. at least in spirit
1t is to be taken for granted that
delegates from different nations will
be guided In their championship of
peace methods IN part by the condit-
lions which prevail in their respective
nations. Representatives. of military
powers like Germany will hardly be
expected to shout from the house,
tops in favor of disarmament; while
delegates from countries less prepared
to enforce peace by preparedness for
conflict will naturally be more ready
to look with favor on any proposition
to lessen the cost of miitarism and at
the same time to reduce the chances
Of armed conflict.
The addresses and written utter
lied the proceedings of the congress,
have been of great and varied interest;
but the discussion has been very large
" academic. Whether any effective
and generally satisfactory method OF
promoting peace will be formulated as
result of the bodys deliberations Is
as yet problema teal, but the chances
are against it. More than one nation
is now righteous, and If we must fight
for righteousness as we'll as other
things, 1t is difficult to see how the
world can long expect peace. In the
meantime international arbitration
seems to be the only effective substi-
tute in sight for the arbtrament of
the sword.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
SCALLOPDD ASPARAGUS.

Cut the tender part OF bunch OF as
paragus into half inch length and cook
in sailed boiling water until tender, Make
a sauce from one cup of milk. one half
cup of water, two rounding tablespoons
OF butter and the same OF four. Season
with level teaspoon OF salt and little
paprika. Add a well beaten egg just be-
fore the sauce is done, Arrange the sauce
and asparagus in a buttered baking dish
and cover the top with buttered crumbs
and set in the oven to heat through and
brown the top.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
HE LOVED VERMONT.
(From the Barton Monitor.)

In the death of G. c. Benedict. editor-in-
chief of the burlington Free Press and
Nestor of Vermont Journalism. newspa-
perdom of Vermont loses It's chief figure.
But not alone does the press love and re-
spect the departed editor but all Vermont
knew Mr.. Benedict as broad minded man
of great worth to the State. He was a
man Of charming personality a soldier of
bravery. legislator of stability, an odu-
Gator of note, an historian OF accuracy, II
writer and editor of versatility and vigor,
and withal a Christian gentleman. Mr..
Benedict loved and praised Vermont. and
Vermont will he better and richer in the
good things Of lfe for the influence LEFT
by this mans life.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
TIB SECURITY FOR FARM MORT
CAGES.

The earth Is the foundation of all
wealth. When Mother Earth fails to give
her usual return of products the effect
on our financial conditions is at once ap-
parent. The manufacturer, the fnancier,
the railroad manager the stock broker
and the banker are anxously inquirlng
about tho crops.
From the organization Of this republic
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18

until about 1870, the farmer was the ho|
ored and influential citizen. About tn
time. however, there was a noticeall
change in his credited position in oil
citizenship.
The construction of railroads in Il
West, built largely through the aid
land grants, county, township and Gil
bonds, opened TO settlement millions
rich and fertile acres obtained as homI
stead and presumption rights. The ruI
'of thousands from the Eat and froI
foreign lands brought about an abno|
NAL and sudden Increase in agriculturI
products, especially In wheat corn ad
live stock The supply exceeded the n
mand. Tho Inevitable result was Sc
Gus decline in the prices OF all farm proI
ucts. Wheat was sold for less than iI
actual cost and corn-worth less on n
market than coal-was used for fuel.
The farmers position suffered a declirj
His popularity and Influence began
wane. His calling lost much Of its nd
ural attra ction and came to be little ell
than fruitless drudgery, and all nj
through no fault Of his He was the vi
tim of unparalleled conditions in the Id
tory Of the growth OF the nation. Conj
tons which can never occur again.
Tho value Of farm products, in tabull
form, is of interest in ascertaining Il
comparatively small increase during m
period-lS10 TO 1s90-and the very marI7I
increase since 1890
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
Terms--st.0O n Year. In Advance,
BURLINGTON. THURSDAY, APR.
WANTED.

When you want anything. advertise
in the now special column of this paper
Some bargains are offered there this
week which 1t will pay you to reao
about. See page two. TAis pape mas
about. See page two. This paper has
and one cent a word will rcacr
them all.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
TRIBUTES TO THE
LATE COL. BENEDICT.
AN EDITOR OF LOFTY IDEALS.

e
The death OF the Hon. G. g. Benedict,
for so many years editor of the Burl!ng-
ton Free Press. will be deeply regretted
by the newspaper men OF the State. Mr.
Benedict was a prominent figure in poll
teal and literary circles. He stood for
a dignihcd, sturdy tournalsm-an editor
of lofty ideals. who welded a vigorous
and versatile pen. ana in his position at
the head Of the Queen civ daily render
ed effective service to that municipality
and 10 the commonwealth, hy whose
favor he was frequently honored with
pubic office. AS soldier he also won
distinction and was active in educational
and historical matters AS the dean Of
Vermont journalism Mr.. Benedict was
held in high esteem; ii was through his
efforts that the State Press association
was organized.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
A USEFUL LIFE ENDED.
(From tho Enosburgh Standard.l
tIrrom the Middlebury Reeister)

In the death of the Hon. George Gren-
VILE Benedict, tho veteran editor-in chief
OF the Burlington Free press, which oc-
CURED in Camden. s. c.. Monday morn
ing. a long and useful life has come to
Il close. Last December the press of
Vermont Joined in extending felicitation
to Mr.. Benedict on his eightioth birthday
anniversary and now tho fraternity
mourns his death and pays tribute to his
valuable services in the field of Journal
ism and in many and varied fields Of
activity connected with the progress and
welfare OF the State.
An upright citizen. brave soldier. and
historian of mark, an able journalist and
thorough Vermonter. Mr. Benedict has
gone to his reward leaving proud re-
cord and an example that is an incentive
to high and noble ideals
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
THE NEW ERA.

This is bringing about a new era II
farmer Is being restored to his fornl
position. His influence in our legislatl
halls, State and nation, Is resounj
from East to West and from North
South.
Agriculture is now recognized as one
the important factors in our finan
Contrast this exhibit of the prospect
which has come to the farmer of
country. 10 that of ten to thirty yel
ago and in doing so. bear in mind NJ
this is only the beginning of what we nd
expect in farm life. Increasing wealth al
tho gain in population are creating
almost unlimited market for the produ|
OF diversified farming. Tho orchard.
truck garden, tho dairy and the hen 4
all yielding their share OF aCricultu
output and increase IN farm values.
VALUE or ALL FARM PROPER
IN THE UNITED STATES.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
VERMONTs MOST DISTINGUISHED
EDITOR
(FTom the Troy Times.)

George G. Benedict, whose death in
the South is reported. was the most dis
tinguiShed figure in Vermont Journalism
He had been for more than half CEN
fury connected with The Burlington Free
Press, a newspaper of high chara cter
and extensive influence. He was one Of
the representatives of that personal
journalism which 10 said to be dying out,
although strong men are still making
strong papers Mr., Benedict put his
heart as we'll as his time into his jour
nalistic work, and his advocacy Of prin-
ciples and policies was effective because
1t was SINCERE as we'll as diligent and
thorough Mr.. Benedict's position in
Burlington was monumental. and many
who knew him personally and mcny
more who believe in able and true men
IN Journalism az vital factors In popular
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
FOREMOST IN VERMONT JOURNAL
ISM
tFrom the Morr!svllle Messengerl

In the death Of Col. George Granville
Benedict. for more than 40 years editor
in chief of the Darlington Free Press, the
foremost name in Vermont journalism Is
erased from the roll OF the living Colonel
Benedict died aiiaor "a -rm sf1nfi with a long
life sgnaly useful fun and complete.
Through family, edueaticn, and .opportu-
nifty he had chances that do not lie in the
pathways Of all men, and he made most
of them. As a soldier, scholar, historian
and Journalist. he Inscribed his name In
delibly in Vermont's hall Of fame.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
'BURLINGTONS FIRST CITIZEN"
(From the ST. Johnsbury Caledonian)

In the death of Col. George c. Benedict
of Burlington the State suffers = great
loss. In life of over 50 years he en-
riched all with whom he came in contact,
by his love of service and his faithfulness
to lofty ideals of living and action. He
was the nestOr OF Vermont journalism
ind probably his record OF nearly 81
years az editor of the same paper is I'M
paralleleo in American journalism. He
was a graceful ana ready writer and a
fearless champion of what he believed
was the right. But II IS not alone as a
journalist that his fame will be per-
petuated. As a historian, and cne ac-
tive in many of Vermonts educational
and financial enterprises, he will be sadly
missed. burlington has lost her first cit!-
zen.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
(E'rom the burlington News.)

OF the late Col. G. G. Rercdict's class
at the University OF Vermont, that of
lS47. five of its original p members still
survive. They are W, w, Blodgett Of
Pawtucket. r. l., who was born in Ran
dolph SO years ago; s. q. Gordon of Los
Angeles, Cal, who was 81 Feb. last /.
the Rev. John r. Hcrrick, a member Of
the well known Milton family. n resident
of Polo, H., who will be SIS May 10 next;
John c. King of Baltimore Md, SO
August 20; and the Row Chester NJ. Pres
colt Of Lake View, Penn. sc June next
Eleven members OF the class failed TO
graduate, cf whom only one Is known to
be alive-the Rev. Francis Emerson Judd
OF Portland. Oregon, who will pass his
SOth birthday April 10.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
Per capita Of

ESTIMATED. TProbablv nearly 81
The farmer will rover again see the
preston In the value OF farm produ,
and farm lands. Why? All the aral
public domain, without the aid Of art
cial means, has been homestended a
preemptod, Our population IS steadily
creasing and the same area Will have
furnish subsistence for them. The ,
preciated farms OF our Eastern stat
will again become valuable and be Il
ed with profit. We have improv
methods in farming and in the restoi
ton Of the fertility Of the soil. Agrict
tural colleges, scientists and experin1s
tai stations are teaching farmer HI
to re1uvenate and rebuild the soil. {
Importance Of crop rotation ard diver
fcation
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
RICH IN YEARS OF HONORS.
(From the Londonderry Sifter)

In the death of George G. Benedict, edi-
in-chief OF the BurinSto on Free Press.
the Vermont press loses its oldest mem
Der. During the nfty-four years in
which he has been connected with the
management of the Free Press he has
been a staunch republican and his editor
ias have always been marked by a 10y
atty to that party. His was a life Of
many years, rich IN honors,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
SCENERY.

1--WE Just been West"
"They tell me the scenery In that
section is on n gigantic scale
TT Is, l saw whiskey signs twenty
four feet high"-Washingt ton Herald.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
CHAT WITH HoUsEKEEPERs.
(Dy Lillian MnsOn.)

In preparing banana fritters many cooks
row cover the whole fruit with the bat
ter and fry in deep fat. instead of cut
ting the banana in smaller pieces These
fritters are now often served with the
meat course and without sauce.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18

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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
Number Of p

The value OF farm property between 4
and 1905 is made clear by saying that
Is more than seven times as much AS
total national bank capital of the Cnij
States. and is equal to one-half of 4
aggregate deposits In all the natioi|
State, private and savings banks and
the loan and trust companies In 4
whole country. Surely the Amerid
farmer is coming into his own. and
doing so IL enrichins the country
Geo. r Fultd
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18

A sheer lawn waist me back from the
with the affixed stock starched
in such a manner that ii had to be pulled
up from the top of the waist, to which
1t had accidentally been ironed. In do
ing this the owner tore the stock 10Y
several inches. She promptly basted a
piece Of lawn under tho rent and turned
in the edges, then put it through the
sewing machine having the rows Of
stitching run through the stitching IF
the tucks, and no sign Of mending was
apparent.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18

One woman whose darning is often
praised says that before darning stock
ing she fastens piece of net over the hole
and darns back and forth through the
meshes. This makes the stitches run per-
fectly even.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-04-18
VALUE OF FARM PRODUCTS

Tho year 1893 brought about n chan|
In the position of farm life. That vel
ended cheap homes for settlement. ri
arabic domain was exhausted The effd
Of this change Is illustrated in the avera
value Of agricultural products per capt.
of our entire population and per capita
all enEa god IN agriculture
VALUE OF AGRICULTURAL PRl
DUCTS