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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
Hosiery.

This store is headquarters for
Mems Hosiery. At all times you'll
find here a strong showing Of de-
pendable qualities.
Shawknit hose in black, blue, red,
gray, and other colors, 25c.
The new yankee knit" hose In
black, green, pearl, smoke, tan and
other desirable shades, 25c.
Wool hose in several weights and
colors, ESQ and 500.
Boys black hosiery In several
grades, 15c and 25c.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
NeckWear.
Handkerchiefs

gathered for Christmas giving. It's
safe to give handkerchiefs, one never
has too many.
Mems red, blue, white and bordered
handkerchief sc, six for 26c.
White handkerchiefs in cotton and
linen, plain or initial, l0c, 15c and 25c.
Silk handkerchiefs, 25c and SOC.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21

Read Christmas ad of F. q. Noyes Co.
in this paper. 1t will help you to decide
what to give him.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
Suspenders

make a practical and ever welcome
gift. And in choosing suspenders
here, you'll have the satisfaction OF
knowing you have secured good
quality. You'll find here the best OF
every grade and kind.
Holiday suspenders in individual
gift boxes, 25c and soc.
Boys suspenders, boxed, 25c.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
Collectors Advertisement of Sale Of
Lands of on-Resident Owners,
STATE OF MAINE.

Unpaid taxes on lands situated in the town Of
Paris, In the County Of Oxford. for the year
1909.
The following list of taxes On real estate Of nom
resident owners In the town Of Paris. aforesaid,
for the year 1909, committed to me for collection
for sail town on the 18th day Of May. 1903, re.
main unpaid; and notice Is hereby given that II
yiousy paid so much of the real estate taxed as is
sufficient and necessary to pay the amount due
therefor, including interest and charges, will be
sold without further notice at public auction at
New Hall, South Paris, In said town, on the first
Monday In February, 1910, at nine O'Clock A. n.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21

Fl. j. Besarick, piece of land bounded
as follows commencing at the west
erly line of land owned by Mt
Zircon Spring Co., intersecting the
northerly line Of the John Davis
farm lin Milton Pit thence from
said point south II degrees, 80 min.
ues west Sc feet to the easterly
limit of the County road; thence In
northeasterly direction following
the easterly limit Of said road go
feet; thence south IA degrees east 70
feet to point of beginning, o.
Mt. Glines Gold and Silver Mining Co.,
buildings and machinery. 63 30
r. p. Putnam. pasture and woodland, the
Kilgore lot, 90
Mrs. Ada Parker, her homestead farm,
part Of lot Il. 90
A. NJ. Russell, his homestead farm, 10
Mrs. A. NJ. Russell, A. w. Harlow land, u
Hannibal Andrews land, Ia
Mrs Alice Sloan. her cottage and land, SIS
Mt. Glines God and Silver Mining Co.,
the Valentine Glines farm, l6 90
Mrs. Ruth Hopkins, her homestead farm, $50
EDMUND e. COLE, Collector of Taxes.
of the Plantation Of Milton.
Dee NH 1909
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
STUNG FOR Is YEARS

by Indigestion's pangs-trying many
doctors and $4,000 worth of medicine
in vain, B. F. Ayscue of 1ngleside, n.
G., at last used DR.. Kings New Life
Pills, and writes they wholly cured him.
They cure Constipation, Biliousness,
Sick Headache, Stomach, Liver, Kidney
and Bowel troubles. Csc at F. A. Shurt,
left i Co.'s.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
PROBATE NOTICES.

To all persons interested in either Of the estates
hereinafter named:
At Probate Court, held at Fryeburg, IN
and for the County Of oxford, on the IL at
Tuesday of Dec, In the year Of our Lord one
thousand nine hundred and nine. The follow
thereupon hereinafter Indicated, It is hereby
ORDERED:
That notice thereof be given to all persons In.
terested by causing 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 Paris, on the
third Tuesday Of Jan, A. ID. 1910, at 9 Of the
clock in the forenoon, and be heard thereon II
they see cause.
Edwin r. Edgecomb, late Of Porter, de-:
ceased; will ami petition for probate thereof
presented by Lizzie II. Edgecomb, the executrix
therein named.
ADDISON f. HERRICK, Judge Of said Court.
true copy-attest:
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
FOLEYSHONEY1rbrAR
fee ehiidssas safe. SURE. No epiatss
NOTICE.

The stockholders Of the Citizens Telephone Co.
will hold their annual meeting for the purpose
of accepting the yearly report OF the President
and Treasurer Of the Corporation at the Town
Office In I. o. o. r. Block, South Paris, on Mon
day, January 3rd, 1910. at 20 O'Clock p NJ, also
other busire ss that may come before this meet
ing Annual dues are due Jan. 1st, 1910, for the
year. Those who are In arrears for dues Will be
reported.
5l52 OF Citizens Tel. Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
Married.
Died.

In West Sumner. Dec. II, Melzar W. Durham.
aged about "A years.
In Fryeburg. Dec. II, Miss Huldsh Hobbs.
aged 81 years.
In Norway, Dec. 9, Isaac P. Cobb, aged 81
year,.
In Lewiston, Dec. IL. Harry Murch. aged
years, months, 8 days.
In Rumford, Dec. Is. George c. Nadeau. aged
80 years.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
Born.

In Waterford, Nov. %. to the wife of Ned
Stone. daughter.
In Waterford. Dec. s, to the wife Of Frank
Millett, a daughter.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
Gloves

for Christmas. You'll find here a
choice assortment not to be found
elsewhere.
Cape and castor, lined and unlined,
SOC to $1.50.
Silk lined dress gloves, sl.OO and
81 80.
Squirrel and lamb lined castor
gloves, $3.50 and So so.
Buck driving gloves and mittens
up to So 30.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
Sweaters

form very popular gift articles, hav-
ing the merit of utility, as well as
the good wishes OF the
donor. You'll find only garments of
quality here.
Mems sweaters in gray and green
coat style for 81 90.
Coat sweaters in blue, gray and
white for SO 90.
An extra heavy gary sweater made
of Maine wool for $500.
Spalding all wool sweaters in grey
and white for s. 90.
Boys sweaters, 81 90 and $50.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
Underwear.

It's underwear season now. Pre-
pare for cold weather by buying now.
Our big stock solves the problem.
Mems heavy fleece lined underwear,
SOC and fl.00.
Jersey ribbed underwear, SOC:
Cancels hair underwear, double
breasted shirts, S1.00 and $50.
Cooper knit gray wool underwear,
$3.50.
Medlicott underwear, the heaviest
wool underwear made, in gray, $3.50.
Mems unions, $l.00 to $500.
Boys union suits, SOC and $l.OO.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-12-21
Fancy Shirts.

We can imagine Jew other gifts at
Christmas time that will please him
as we'll as q selection from our shirt
stock. We've the Hathaway laun'
dered white shirt for S1.00.
Soft shirts, made golf style for
collar, in white and various checks
and stripes of blue, green and other
colors, SOC and $1.00.
Flannel Shirts, gray, brown or
blue, s1.O0 to $500.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19

ment to an animal draws considerably
can be seen that these ticks constitute
an enormous drain on the cattle which
they infest. This accounts for the fact
that under such conditions 1t Is impos-
sible to fatten cattle even on rich past
ure and with an abundance Of good
feed. A large part Of the nourishment
that should go toward producing beef
and milk Is consumed by the ticks. In
addition to the loss of blood and nour-
ishment there Is the never ceasing ir-
ritation caused by the ticks, so that the
existence Of the infested cattle Is beset
with continuous suffering and this of
course also tends to keep them in poor
condition.
The shrinkage in the milk production
of a cow harboring many ticks will
average one quart a day, and the loss
occasioned thereby at cents a quart
for the $4,000 ticky dairy cattle out
of more than 100000 below the quar-
antine line would amount to $26,250 a
day. Counting 300 milking days for
each cow 70 the year would make the
loss from this cause $7,S75,OO0 per an
mum.
Full Information as to how to get rid
Of the ticks, including directions for
The preparation of dips and sprays, the
arrangement Of pastures, ETC., may be
obtained free upon application to the
ment of Agriculture, Washington, D. C.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19

The Day After EIeetion.-Beekman
WINTHROP, assistant secretary OF the
treasury, told at recent banquet
voting story.
THE New York election before this
one," he said, "a certain gentleman OF
spotless integrity was supported ar
IDENTIFY by another gentleman on whose
integrity there were, perhaps, few
slight spots.
However, the spotless chap won
and he owed his victory in part to his
loyal If polka dot supporter. The
supporter visited him the day after
election. AS they shook hands warmly
the victor said:
81 want to thank you, Smith. Your
disinterested help saved the day.
want to thank you from my heart
Very good said Smith, and now
suppose you write lie out nice little
check
The victor frowned.
"I demand pure disinterestedness In
politics, Mr. Smith, he said, in a stern
voice.
WELL Smith replied easily, If you
want pure disinterestedness you can
always get it: but it must be paid for
and darn high, too"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19
Benefits From Trees.

City Forester Prost of Chicago gives
twelve reasons why a city or town
should plant trees. They are the fol-
lowing:
Trees are beautiful in form and color
inspiring a constant appreciation OF
nature.
Trees enhance the beauty of archi-
lecture.
Trees create sentiment, love of coun-
try, state, city and home.
Trees have an educational influence
upon citizens Of all ages. especially
children.
Trees encourage outdoor life.
Trees purify the air.
Trees cool the air in summer and
radiate warmth in winter
Trees improve climate and conserve
soil and moisture.
Trees furnish resting places and shell
ter for birds.
Trees increase the value of real es-
tate.
trees protect the pavement from the
heat of the sun.
Trees counteract adverse conditions
of city life.
In the campaign of making the civic
motto 'Urbs in horto" or city set
in garden" come true he declares that
the women Of Chicago are on the front
lines.
THE home means more to a woman
than to a man." he says. THE women
of Chicago deserve great credit for the
good they have accomplished by lead
ing and inspiring efforts to establish the
permanency of this tree work. Women
are always mindful of the beauty, love
and sympathy developed by the plant
ing of flowers. shrubs and trees
around the home"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19
QUICK COURT WORK.
Eleven verdiets a Day Rendered BY
an English Jury.

Eleven VerdIcts Day nohooToo ~
an English Jury.
Jesse Macy, writing about the
great advantages Of the procedure OF
English courts over American, In
McClure's, dwells upon the splendid
work of English juries:
"The working Of the British jury
system exhibits a marked CONTRAST
with that Of our own. 1t is possible
that my experience in British courts
was exceptional, but in not a single
instance did I see a juror challenged
or rejected. In all Of the courts re-
quiring juries the necessary number
of the men were present and they
were sworn in without question. In
the Sheriff's Deputy Court In Scot
land the presiding judge gave notice
to the jury that he expected to ad-
journ the court at 2 O'Clock, ana
stated that II they could all remain
until that hour he would at once
dismiss the men who had been called
for a second panel. The jurors con-
ferred together and agreed to remain
till o'clock, whereupon the judge
notified the other men to appear at
1880. The one jury empaneled Tor
the morning session rendered six
verdicts in cases involving prosecu-
tions for thefts, fraud and burglary.
In a court Of quarter sessions at
Taunton, England, I saw a single
jury one day render eleven verdicts.
I found that it was customary In the
several sorts Of courts that I attend
ed for the same jury to act In success
sive cases. In no instance did l see
a jury leave their seats to make up
their verdict Usually the issue be-
fore them was made so plain that
all who gave attention knew in ad-
vance what the decision would be.
I made note Of an exceptional IN
stance Of delay, when the court was
forced to wait nine minutes for the
report of the jury. In this case the
Judge who gave the instructions was
himself in doubt as to what the ver-
dict ought to be.
"A Scottish jury consists Of fifteen
persons, and a majority may render
a verdict. In England the number
Is twelve, and unanimity is required.
But I noted no difference as to prac-
tical results in the two countries.
The twelve men in the English jury
were as prompt and certain in their
action as were the eight out of fif-
teen in the Scottish jury"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19

its artistic merits. That it was indi-
vidual all agreed and it was likewise
at least novel in handling.
Leaving his Washington studio
where he added wood carving to his
labors, especially an immense reredos
In the church Of the Incarnation-Dr.
Oertel went to his son In Virginia,
there painting necessarily, though not
completing rapidly. He had "The
Dispensation Of the Law" upon his
easel for fifty years before he sent 1t
to the university. To the Walsh gal
lery he has given in two sections about
thirty pictures: and in the early sos
he went there for a time, occupying
o. studio built for him at Morgan's
Steep by DR.. Telfair Hodgson, then
vice chancellor. The magnificent
scenery Of the Cumberland plateau
spread wide before the old dreamer.
It is more than doubtful whether the
perfect prospect and the exhilarating
mountain air lent one particle of In
spiration to the rapt painter. He
would doubtless have done the same
amount of the same work In the smo-
kiest attic Of the Latin Quarter or the
prosaic barn Of some inland village.
It is DR.. Oertel's pride-if he had
that weakness in any way-that he
never painted from models; that he
has needed none. That fact itself Is
apparent, but the artist believes that
every detail Of drawing, composition,
grouping and coloring are "given
him." and so deep seated in this faith
so perfect the simplicity Of its state
ment-that no smile, even of the
mocker, follows its insistence. None
who talk with this mild and intent
octogenarian can doubt his sincerity.
His life of incessant toll and real pri-
walton has been detected from all
material reward by this belief that he
is only doing the work "sent him to
do" He goes upon his knees before
his canvases, remains In silent but
fervid prayer for two or three hours
then rises and paints-rapidly, fear
lessly and without alteration.
Before the "Dispensation Of the
Law" was finished he was offered
$4,000 for that picture. He prompt
ly and repeatedly declined to sell It,
To the writer's question he replied:
How could ! sell that picture? 1t
was not mine. The Lord had painted
It, and it was His!"-Louisville Cour-
ier-Journal.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19

A Call For Help.-A dignified negro
divine, pastor of popular church in
Washington, D. c., visited his old home
in Dooly county. Ga, recently, and
was invited to preach on Sunday at
the local church. After the sermon,
such as only a negro can preach, ne
called on one of the old deacons VINO
had known him since childhood, to lead
in prayer. and the latter closed his pc
tition as follows:
20 Lawdy, glib dis poor brudder de
eye OBJ de eagle. dat he spy out de sin
afar off. Glue his hand to de gospel
plow. Tie his tongue to de plow line
OBJ trufe and nail his yere to de wireless
telefoam pole OBJ salvation. Bow his
head way down in de narrer, dark val
ley, where much prayer is wanted; den'
o Lawd, 'noint him wifi de kerosene lie
OBJ sanctification and sot him on fire!
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19

The Unexpected Truth.-The minis
ter was spending the afternoon at the
home of one of his members. The faith
er told his little son to bring some ap-
pies from the cellar. The child obeyed
and in the kitchen found an especially
large red one which had been brought
up the day before, so placed it on the
dish with the others.
When they were passed this was the
apple the minister took, and feeling II
so warm, remarked to his host that the
cellar must be very warm.
Did you not bring these apples from
the cellar, Ned?"
Yes, father, all but the one pastor
has; ii was in the kitchen"
Why did you not tell me?" asked
the pastor"
Well" with childish franKnss, "I
didn't think you would take the big
gest one on the dish!"-Delineator.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19
THE GREAT BATTLE FOR GOLD.
international Contest on and Francs
Controls the Situation.

Controls the Situation.
Just now there is an international
battle for gold, and France controls
the situation. 1t occupies this posi-
ton by virtue of it's we'll known policy
of seizing upon all the available yell
low metal at pretty much all times
regardless of immediate necessities.
The French people are not permit
ted by the French government to In
vest their money profitably They
must either keep their money at home
and receive for it only from 81 to 8
per cent income or else pay a tax Of
virtually ii per cent for the privilege
of investing money in American Sc
curities.
at home it could employ its vast
hoardings to advantage. but such Is
not the case. 1t does not have the
industries and it will not let it's money
go beyond the French frontier if the
government can prevent it.
Thus France has become sink into
which more and more of the worlds
gold output is flowing. but from which
it does not escape. Because the French
people have been saddled with over
two billion Of Russian securities the
French government feels obliged to
keep on hand a gold reserve of un-
precedented size. France must be
prepared for any financial crisis in
Russia.
But the result of this "keep-our-
money at home" policy is that France,
while growing richer, is not growing
richer with anything like the speed of
the United States and Germany. These
two countries keep every dollar and
mark they possess at work. Their
money is used to create more wealth.
France is IN the position of mi
ser that adds little by little to his
hoard and never lets any go. The
United States and Germany are like
thrifty captains of industry who keep
every cent they possess employed
profitably and then go out into the
world and try to borrow more.-Phil-
adelphia Press.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19

Home Trainins.-When Willie's faith
er came home to supper there was
vacant chair at the table.
We'll, where's the boy!"
William is upstairs in bed" The
answer came with painful precision
from the sad faced mother.
why, wh-what's up? Not sick, is
he?" Can anxious pause.)
1T grieves me to say, Robert, that
our son-your son-has been heard
swearing on the street, heard him.
Swearing? Scott! I'll teach him to
swear. And he started upstairs in the
dark. Half way up he stumbled and
came down with his chin on the top
step.
When the atmosphere cleared little
Willie's mother was saying sweetly
from the hallway: THAT will do, dear
You have given him enough for one
esson."-Judge.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19
humorous department.
Il Got the Trade.

In the Chicago Press club an adver-
tisins agent complained Of bad day.
An, he said, If only had a pro-
prietor who'd back me up the way Opie
Read used to back up the Traveller
men!
when Read established his brilliant
Arkansas Traveller" the agent went on,
he took an interest in all departments
of the paper. One afternoon he lunch
ed with his advertising manager, and
on the way back from lunch the man
ager, as he pointed to a Little ROCK
druggists shop, said:
There's a man I'd give anything to
get an ad. out Of
Read looked through the window
into the shop. A farmer was talking
doubtfully to the druggist-a bald
farmer, who held 50 bottle OF hair
restorer in his hand.
I'm get your ad for you said Read
to his manager, and he stalked into the
place and took off his hat.
"Now, Read has, as all the world OF
letters knows, a magnificent head OF
hair. Shaking out its thick. rich mass
es, he said to the druo~ist warmly.
There, sir. look at that! That Is
what you've done for me! To think
that three months ago I was as bald
Is an egg!'
The druggist looked confused, but
the farmer said eagerly.
what did you take for 1t. friendE
What did take?' thundered Read
running his fingers through his great
name proudly. What did take? Why
sir, 1 took six dozen bottles Of that In
Incompatible mixture that you now
hold in your hand
well, of course, the farmer bought
a dozen bottles then and there. AS for
the druggist, when he found out later
who Read was, he said to the Travel
eTs agent:
Put me down for a regular half-
column display from now on till fur
ther notice"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19

Picking Them Out.-In the wee sma
hours a party Of men left their club,
where they had drunk unwisely. They
proceeded until they came to a semi
detached villa, where they stopped, one
of them advancing and knocking at the
door. A woman put her head out OF
an upper window.
What do you want?" she demanded,
'Ish this the residence of Mishr
Shmith?" inquired the man.
Yes. What do you want?'
Dear Misshus Shmith! Good Miss
hus Shmith! Will you-hic-come
down an pick out Mr.. Shmith? The
resh of us want to go home!'-Phila-
delphia Inquirer.
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]. C.. WILBoRN
- It's comine-"vIA WIRELESS"
TAX NOTTCE-IeOo,
Office Of the County Treasurer Of York
CouEty.

County.
Yorkville, 8. c., Sept. II. 1903.
NJ Office IL hereby given that the
TAX BOOKS for York county will
be opened on FRIDAY, the 18TH DAY
OF OCTOBER, 1909, and remain open
until the S1ST DAY OF DECEMBER.
1909, for the collection Of STATE.
COUNTY, SCHOOL AND LOCAL
TAXES for the fiscal rear 1903, with
out penalty; after which day ONE
PER CENT penalty will be added to
all payments made In the month Of
JANUARY, 1910, and TWO PER
CENT penalty for all payments made
in the month Of FEBRUARY, 1910, and
SEVEN PER CENT penalty win be
added on all payments made from the
1ST DAY OF MARCH, to the 15SH
DAY OF MARCH, 1910. apl after this
date all unpaid taxes go into execu-
tions and all unpaid Single Polls win
be turned over to the several Aagis-
trates for prosecution in accordance
with law.
At Yorkville from Monday, Novem-
ber 15, until the 31st day Of De-
cember, 1909, after which day the
penalties will attach as stated above.
HARRY e. NEIL.
County Treasurer.
IA lt
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19

Negro lingo.-Senator Taylor of
Tennessee tells of an old negro whose
worthless son was married secretly.
The old man heard Of it and asked the
boy If he was married. Il amt sayin'
! amt" the boy replied.
Now. you Rastus," stormed the old
man: Il amt aSkin' you Is you amt
/ Is askin you amt you is!"-Troy
Times.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19
Ticks Lessen Yield of Beef and Milk.

A cattle tick that has reached the
ensorged state weighs about grains,
and about 1,500 such ticks weigh a
pound. AS cattle in the tick region Of
ten carry many thousands of these
blcod-sucking parasites. and as each
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1909-11-19
THE BEST TO BE HAD.

T MAKE 1t a point to all times keep
i for my customers only the VERY
BEST Fresh Meats, Vegetables, etc..
that the market affords. Give me
your orders and ! will give you Good
Meats and Good Service.
| Green Hides wanted at all times.
| WALTER ROSE.