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Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
AN EQUINE JOKER.
Sculptor Wards Model. Lex, Seemed to
Have O Sense Of Humor.

The hate J. Q. A. Ward. the sculptor.
found great diversion In watching the
tricks and peculiarities Of the horses
which served as models for some of
his equine statues. He made friends
with them all, and he was good
friend to them.
"The only horse humorist that I
have had experience WITH" Mr.. Ward
Is quoted as saying, was OF thor
oughbred blood. and he was real
joker. That was Lex, horse OF the
blood of the immortal Lexington.
LEX was of a splendid type. He
stood for me for much Of my early
work. Somehow he discovered that
table on which l worked was easily
shaken. 1t was board on trestles so
arranged that the position Of the board
might be altered to almost any angle.
When Lex saw l was busiest he would
slide slowly and silently to the side
Of the table and turn his head to have
a good look at me as he JOstled the
table with his shoulder or hip. 1t
was amusing at first, but 1t sometimes
hampered me. and thought | would
try joke In return.
LEX had place at the table that
he invariably approached, and when
he struck 1t always leaned on the same
corner. Lex was not conscious when
placed my compass. with the point
ed ends out. barely half an inch ex-
tending over the edge Of the table.
and braced the other end against a
weight.
81 had not long to wait before Lex
gently came up. and I thought l could
see mischief In his eye. He took his
usual place. and then when pretend
ed to be very busy be- pushed the table
In his usual manner. pricked his shout
der on the points and jumped back
with q snort. lie looked long and
hard at me, but took his place Of duty.
The joke was against him that time"
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
stories OF the GraxediQaers.

Grimly humorous is the tale OF the
Scottish gravedigger who complained
that he did not get constant work.
But. George" said the minister. II
you were to be constantly employed In
the duties of the Office you would soon
bury the whole parish
THAT MIGHT be. sir. but hoo am to
keep a wife and family unless l get
regular work? Deed. sir. I havena
buried levin soul for the last six
weeks"
Harder still was the case Of another
gravedigger who was asked to reduce
his fee for digging grave because
mind We, James. she was an auld wo'
man and was sair spent"
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
ADVANTAGE of tho crinoIine.

"The crinoline." says Lady Dorothy
Nevill in her "reminiscences. twas an
odious. hideous and dangerous affair."
On one occasion ] was as nearly as
possible burned to death owing to one
was wearing catching fire. and had
not had the presence Of mind to lie
down and roll myself In rug L
should certainly have been burned to
death. Even at the time when crino-
lines were in fashion 1t was generally
admitted that they were monstrous
things. though some women defended
them. One of those. silly woman.
having arcbly remarked that II crino-
lines had no other advantage they at
least kept men at distance. added.
That at least you will admit Is
great blessing.
ITO the men, growled an old bach
elOr who was present"
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
a Mean Trick.

Being anxious as to his prospects In
one Of his early attempts to enter par
lament. Herbert Samuel consulted bis
agent. who said the chances were not
rosy. because be was 'carpetbag-
ger"
Mr.. Samuel thereupOn promised to
live in the division If he were success
full. and bills were Immediately posted
that If Herbert Samuel is returned
next Tuesday he will come to live
here"
Some of the other side. however.
posted one of these bills on plgsty.
Mr.. Samuel did not win the election
London Telegraph.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
lniauities Her Delight.

She was walking around the corrl-
doris of the Pennsylvania Academy OF
the Fine Arts with her pince nez
held at elbow length. evidently ad'
miring some Of the works. Although
the gown that she wore was very ex'
peasive, 1t did not show good taste.
and single glance would convince
one that she was Of the class known
us the newly rich"
An acquaintance accosted her with
the remark. Il didn't know that you
were such al admirer OF curiOs,
Mrs. -"
"Oh. yes. indeed" she replied: Il just
delight in iniquties. - Philadelphia
Times
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
LIKED THE FRYING PANS.
indians Found an Exciting Use For the
Cooking Utensils.


The Indian. however averse he may
be to any kind Of useful labor. Is not
slow to avail himself Of new source
Of amusement This was shown some
years ago when among the supplies
sent by the government to a certain
agency In the west were several hum
bred large frying pans with long han
dies
These the Indian agent found IN
stock when he took possession. and at
the end of the year the number nao
not been diminished. Thinking that
perhaps be had not discharged bis
whole duty in the matter OF supplying
Uncle Sans wards with these culinary
utensils. the agent began making spe-
cial efforts to induce the red men to
use them.
AT first 1t was hard work, but by the
time he had given out about two dozen
there came q sudden change. Not q
day passed in which the agent did not
have applications for at least a dozen.
and some days he disposed Of twice
that number.
When the supply was nearly ex-
hausted he noticed among the appli-
cants some to whom he had previous
ly given pans. and naturally enough ne
became q trife curious to know what
use they were making OF them. De
questioned several Of the men to no
purpose, but at length young DUCK
more communicative than the rest gave
him to understand that II he would
visit q certain part Of the reservation
not far away he would find his In
quiry answered.
The next day, therefore. the agent
rode out in the direction indicated.
About two miles from the agency ne
noticed on the crest Of a narrow spur
Of the mountain three or four Indians
who suddenly disappeared on the OPP
posite side OF the ridge. At the same
time he heard family the cry Of many
voices.
On turning the point Of the ridge ne
saw a crowd of several hundred IN
dams who were shouting as Il greatly
excited. He noticed also several OBJ
jects. which he at first supposed to be
powders. descending the side OF the
mountain toward them with tremen-
dous rapidity.
Instead of fleeing from these moving
objects the Indians simply applauded
and shouted. Soon be saw other oD-
iects like the first descending. and In
short time the whole situation was
plain to him.
Having selected long. smooth slope
of the mountain where there were no
stones. the Indians had converted 1t
into a sort of earthen toboggan slide
and were utilizing the frying pans as
toboggans. Seating themselves In the
pans. they grasped the handles with
both hands: then, crossing their legs
over their arms. they went spinning
down the slide with great rapidly.
The agent let them have the few pans
that remained In the storehouse, but
did not order a new supply.-Harpers
Weekly.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
Farm for Sale.

Containing $50 acres and known
as River View Farm. Situated on
Greenbrier Division of c. 4 o. R.
r.. and in good locality. Two
large stock barns, new 10-room
dwelling and all necessary out
buildings. Bearing fruit trees and
young orchardstarted. About ESQ
acres improved land and in high
state of cultivation. This is one of
the best farms in this section OF
West Virginia. Is we'll stocked
with all kinds of graded and blood
ed stock, which will be for sale il
the farm is sold. A bargain for
some one. Call on or write to
j. w. Beard,
1O.2S-4ts Beard, W. vs.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
Malay Houses.

Malay houses are invariably built on
posts so as to raise the floor from four
to six feet above the ground. The
floor is composed Of bamboo. with in
terstices between Stats, the earth be-
meath becoming the receptacle OF the
drainage of the establishment. The
universal plan of the well to do ma.
tives Is to build the house In two d.
visions, the front one for receiving VS.
itors and lounging generally. while the
rear portion Is reserved for the wOm-
en- and children.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
CITY Streets.

Or. Johnson would have said wise
thing had he said what somebody said
later for him-"Come. let us take a
walk down Fleet street" 1t sounds
commonplace. but often common
place il concentrated wisdom. and that
is how IN our careless day a master
of the commonplace gets to be regard
ed as an oracle. II you want to under
stand a people just do take a walk
many walks-iG their great highways
of trafic.-James Mile in Fortnightly.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
Taking His Medicine,

He found his hair was leaving the
top Of his head and took his barber to
task about 1t.
"You sold me two bottles OF stun to
make this hair grow"
1T is very strange 1t won't grow
again." interrupted the barber. u
can't understand It,"
"Well, look here" said the man. II
don't mind drinking another bottle.
but this must be the last. wesleyan
Christian Advocate.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
Tho Lady or tho "Tiaer?"

ITO Eauy Vt s''1 ''s"'
"Will you be my Wife!
"This is so sudden
81 know it. but will your
81 must have time To consider"
How much time!
IAN hour. Would the suspense drive
you frantHTe
Nope. ''risn't the suspense. but II
you are going to turn me down l
want to know 1t and get away In time
for poker party | have halfway
promised to join" York World.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
Sorrow.

Sorrow IL not an incident occurring
now and then. Ii is the woof when
Is woven into the warp Of life. and ne
who has not discerned the divine 81
credness OF sorrow and the profound
meaning which is concealed In pain
has yet to learn what life is.-F. w.
Robertson.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
Snsd Your liuht.

Talents ARE not wasted In q. narrow
sphere. Your lamp could add but lit
tie to the great glow that illunlnes
the world. but ii may ill with light
1 home that without II would be ID
oh,
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
Wanted Particulars.

Motorton Senior You kept the car out
rather late last evening. son. What
delayed you? Motorton Junior-had d
blowout, dead. Motorton Senior-H III!
Tire or roadhOuse PUCK.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
slurrinu tho Biscuit.

Thanks fer de biscuit. num-" re-
marked Dusty Rhodes. but you mis-
take ME errand IN dis community"
"What dye meant?
"Pm studying social conditions, not
geology" -Pi:tsburg Post
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
He Got His.

Mr.. Flubb This affair Is horribly
dull. | guess I'll go home. Miss Clip
THAT would remove some OF the dull
ness. Mr.. Flubb.- Boston Transcript.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25

Your achievement will never rise
higher than your faith.
against HIMSELF. but be knew million.
aires and was known by them, and
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25
A THOROUGH Ortimist.

you are an OptllIl1Sl.
81 am" replied Mr. Dustin Stax. II
not only hope for the best. but ! make
practical arrangements TO get IT,
Washington Star.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25

Hold faithfulness and sincerity as
first principles: have no fr1ends Dol
equal to yourself-COnfucius.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25

Be not hurried away by excitement
but say. 'Semblnnce. let me seq what
you are and what you REPRESENT.
Epictetus.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1910-11-25

1t is better to live rich than to Ole
rich.-JOhnsoD.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
GRANITEVILLE.

Mrs. George Sutton spent Monday in
barre
Miss Buchanan Of New Hampshire is
visiting Miss McLeay.
Mrs Edison Holden is rapidly recov-
ering from her recent illness.
Mrs. Joe Sutton and Miss Laura Suit.
or spent Monday in the City.
Thanksgiving service viii be held in
the Presbyterian church on Thursday
at 1880 a. m.
Ihe Misses Clark, nieces of Harry
Clark, are spending a few days with
their friends on the hill.
Mrs John Mcleod Of Barre and her
niece, Miss Mcleod of Lake Megantie,
Quebec, are visiting at Granlteyille
Donald McAuley of Lingwick, Quebec,
has been visiting his sister, Mrs. Nor
man MeL.eay. He left for home to.
day.
On Saturday last, the funeral Of Dan
McLeod's infant child was conducted at
the parents home, Rev. Mr.. Macarthur,
B. A., officiating
Mr.. and Mrs. Aldrich, in company
with Rev. Mr. and Mrs Macarthur, took
an automobile outing on Monday, Wis.
iting Barre, Montpelier and other places.
Miss Queenie Macarthur, who is at.
tending a collegiate institute az Rem
frew, Ontario, reports Canadian winter
sports to be in full swing. Plenty Of
snow and skiing
As result Of the vote taken last
Sunday in the Presbyterian church,
BIessrs. Robert Mitchell, Peter Nivens
and Robert Mackie were reelected to
the eldership Of the church.
Dame Rumor has it that lecture
will be given in the near future in
Miles hall on Socialism, that a sup
per will be given and that the lecturer
win be the pastor of the Presbyterian
church.
Mr.. and Mrs. Matheson Of winslow,
Quebec. who have been visiting their
daughters, Mrs. Neil Mckenzie and Mrs.
y. L. Murray. were summoned home
on account of the serious illness of Mr..
Matheson's brother.
Last Sunday was temperance rally dav
in the Presbyterian church. The audi.
forum was filled with a most interest
ed audience. Mr.. Macarthur. the pas
tor, seems to be in his happiest mood
when among the children The songs
and reeitations were beautiful and well
rendered.
The bazaar, which was held recent
~. under the auspices Of the ladies
aid, was an unqualified success In every
way. For three evenings an interesting
musical and literary program was rem
dereo, and fancy articles and ice cream
we're sold. The chicken pie supper was
also greatly appreciated. Total receipts
amounted to about $40
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
TO BID FOR JACK FLYNN.
Wants Pirate First Basemar
for Washington Club.

Pittsburg, Nov. 23--Jimmy MeAleer,
manager Of the Washington American
league team, is still after Jack Flynn Of
the Pirates. Jimmy has informed Flynn
that he will make an offer for him dur
ing the annual meeting in New York
next month and that if President Drey-
fuss and manager Clarke will listen to
reason the deal will be made
IL is reported of Flynn that he is anx-
ious to JON Washington in the event of
his being passed up by the Pittsburg
club.
OF course, before Jack can go to Wash
ngton, it will be necessary for every
club in the National league to waive on
him. As vet no waivers have been
asked; nor have the Washington club
officials approached President Dreyfuss
on the matter.
Haven't heard word from President
Noyes nor manager McAleer," said the
Pirate chief Monday night.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
EsrArE or pELIA N. JoHNsoN.

STATE OF VERMONT, The Honorable
District Of Washington, 80. Probate Court for
the District OF Washington TO all persons In.
terested in the estate OF Della NJ. Johnson, late
Of the City Of Barre, in said District, deceased,
Greeting
At a Probate Court, holden at Montpelier
within and for SAID District, on the 18TH day Of
November 1910 an instrument purporting 20
be the last viii and testament OF Della M
johnson, late OF the City OF Barre, In said
District, deceased, was presented TO the Court
aforesaid, for probate.
And IL is ordered by said Court that the 9TH
dag of December, 1918, At the Probate ONCE In
said Montpelier, be assigned for proving said
instrument; and that notice thereof be given
10 All persons concerned, by publishing this
order three weeks successfully In the Barre
Daily Times. newspaper circulating in that
vicinity In said District, previous to said time
appointed.
Therefore, you are hereby notified 10 appear
before said Court, at the time and place afoTa.
said, and contest the probate Of said will II
you have cause.
Given under my hand at Montpelier. In said
District this 18th DAY OF November 1910.
FRANK J, MARTIN, Judge.
nov 1880
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE.
Some Fine Houses In Montpelier

DO you want nice, cosy home or a gilt-edge
investment in Montpelier Prices are very low
now, Have already been notified that they will
be higher voTy soon. Pay a small amount down
and secure one Of these bargains Call and
examine for yourself right away II you can
not call, write.
fine paying three tenement, Cedar street.
Large house barn and land, fremont street.
Fine residence, extra lot Guernsey street.
Neatest Of bungalows, Ridge street.
New house, corner Tracy and Ridge streets
House, ell, barn and land, Kent street.
Nice Involvement house Sabin street
Neat house and large lot Foster street.
Excellent double tenement. Barre street.
Fine residence with four acres, hsrre road.
Several moderate priced houses, River street.
Three tenement house, Berlin stree {.
Three tenement houses aNtra lot, herlin sc.
Two cheap tenement houses, Mortified street.
Two large two-tenement houses, Mortified st.
Neat. attractive residence, Nerthfeld street
Desirable double tenement. Downing street,
Peach OF a cottage, cliff street.
Three slightly tenemeuts, MayeFly Place
Extra nne residence Hubbard street.
Most desirable, attractive cottage, Liberty St.
Large two or four tenement house, Liberty St.
Neat double tenement, Elm street.
Neat, low priced home, Cross street.
, inc new residence, North street.
Three medium priced cottages. \. Franklin St.
Three paying tenements Berlin street.
Land, nice cottage and barn, Main street.
fine double tenement house, Fullerton Ave.
Large lot and barn, irst avenue.
The finest estate in the city.
Blacksmith shop and lot.
berlin building lots galore.
Do not fan 70 AJAX about these and others.
a
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23

10 RENT - Tenement on second noors hVe
rooms: city and spring water; gas and gas
stove; barn and garden No. 800 East street..
Inquire OF j. c. Griggs. Currier Block. iSin
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
uNHAppINEss DISBELIEF.

Men and Women Unanimous About 1t.
Many women weep and wall and refuse
TO be comforted because their once mag
nihcent tresses have become thin and
faded. Many men incline to profanity
because the flies bite through the thin
thatch on their craniums. 1t will be good
news to the miserable of both sexes, to
learn that Newbro's Herpicide has been
placed upon the market. This IS the new
scalp germicide and antlseptic that acts
by destroying the germ or mlcrobe that
Is the underlying cause of all hair de-
structIon Herpicide is new prepara-
ton, made after a new formula on an
entirely new principle. Anyone who has
tried It will testify as to its worth Try
1t yourself and be convinced. Sold by
leading druggists. Send 10c In stamps
for sample to The Herpicide Co., De-
troit, Mich.
One Dollar Bottles Guaranteed.
C. H. Kendrick & Co., Special Agents.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23

WANTED oarders at No. Church street.
Room and board At moderate prices. Rooms
heated by hot air furnace. Best dinner in the
city for 25c. Charles Patch. tssu
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
S100-R REWARD 500.

The readers OF this paper viii be pleased TO
learn that there Is az least one dreaded disease
that science has been able to cure In all It's
stages and that is Catarrh Halls Catarrh
Cure is the only positive cure now known 70 the
medical fraternity Catarrh being oonstitu-
tionai disease, requires constitutional treat
ment, Hairs CataTrh cure Is taken Internally
acting directly upon the blood and mucous sur
faces Of the system, thereby destroying the
foundation of the disease. and giving the pa
tent strength by building mp the constitution
and assisting nature in doing its work The
proprietors have so much faith In Its curative
powers that they offer one Hundred Dollars for
any case that It fails 70 cure, Send for list Of
testimonials
Address r. j. CHENEY & Co, Toledo o.
Sold by all Druggists, 75c.
Take Halls Family Pills for constipation
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23

The White River Junction health Of
ficer anticipates no smallpox epidemic
in that village. He says that the gar
bage man afflicted with the disease had
been in bed and under the doctors care
three days before smallpox symptoms
appeared The patient is now doing
well.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.
EsrArE oF w1LLIAM AREI

The undersigned, having been appointed by
the Hon. Probate Court for the District Of
Washington commissioners, TO receive, eK-
anime and adjust the claims and demands Of
all persons against the estate OF William
Abel late Of the City of Barre, in SAID DISTRICT,
deceased, and AL claims eImbi.sd IN Offset
thereto. hereby give notice that we will meet
for the purpose aforesaid at the Clan Gordon
Rooms, Quinlen Block, In the City OF Barre,
in said District on the 2sth day Of Noyem Der
and 29tb day OF Nay, 1911 neat from 10 o'clock
A. NJ. until o'clock P. III. on each Of said days,
an d that six months from the 29th day OF Oot0
Der, A. u, 1910, is the time limited by said Court
for said creditors 70 present their claims TO us
for examination and allowance.
Dated at the City Of Barre this LIST day Of
Novem Der, A. ID. 1910.
JOHN STEWART, tCommis.
DUNCAN MCMILLAN, sioners.
nov o-l6-23
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
N. W. WHEELUCE = Real Estate Agent

FOR sALE--22O acre farm, situated In Wash
ingt0n, one mile from church and school and
known as the A. " Hoyt farm. NAH comes by
r. r. ID. In good state OF cultivation, with
seven acres newly stocked; good silo; will keep
10 cows and team; running water at house and
barn; buildings in good repair; house piped for
furnace. Coed orchard with both fall and win
ter apples large amount Of hard and soft wood
and lumber. For quick sale will take 81 .000 or
price accordingly Stanley {. Wilson, Chel-
sea, Vt aOltf
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
win Promote Beauty

Women desiring beauty get wonderful
help from Bueklen's Arnioa Salve. II
banishes pimples, skin eruptions. sores
and boils. Ii makes the skin soft and
velvety. Il glori6es the face. Cures
sore eyes. cold sores, cracked lips,
chapped hands. Best for burns. scalds.
fever sores. cuts, bruises and piles. csc
az the Red Cross Pharmacy.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
CHILDREN WHO ARE SICKLY

Mothers who value their own comfort and the
welfare OF their children, should never be with
out box OF Mother Gray's sweet Powders FOR
Children, for use throughout the season. They
Break up Colds. Cure Feyerishness, Constipa-
ton, Teething Disorders, Headache and St0m.
ach Troubles. THESE POWDERS NEYEB
FAIL. Sold by all Drug Stores 25c Don't
accept any substitute trial package will be
sent FREE 20 any mother who will address
Allen S. Olmsted, lie Roy, N. Y
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1910-11-23
REAL EsIAIE BARGAIN

The res estate az No g Washington street.
Barre, known a. the Philo q. Camp place and
belonging to the estate Of Theresa A Camp, Is
now for saie THIS place Is in q very desirable
location for private residence Or can be d.
rided into I'VE Or six good sized building lots
The huiidings nov on the ace are ~ very
good conaifion. With furnace in the cellar. ruu-
ming water and modern improvements also
good barn with four stalls and plenty Of shed
room ]. u. Terry, Executor, uetf